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Financial Times Exclusive: A Q&A with actor John Simm
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Financial Times Exclusive: A Q&A with actor John Simm

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Financial Times Hester Lacey 9 Feb 2017 A Q&A with actor John Simm https://t.co/hF4pMTX7cf via @financialtimes — John Simm Society (@JohnSimmSociety) 9 February 2018 © Matt Holyoak/Camera Press John Simm stars in ‘Trauma’ on ITV1 and in ‘Collateral’ on BBC2; both series start on February 12 at 9pm. Collateral also starts March 9 on Netflix … Continue reading →

John Simm Films in Hong Kong for ITV’s Ambitious Conspiracy Thriller, White Dragon
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John Simm Films in Hong Kong for ITV’s Ambitious Conspiracy Thriller, White Dragon

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ITV Press Centre 30 Oct 2017 Ambitious conspiracy thriller, White Dragon, starring acclaimed British actor John Simm has commenced filming in Hong Kong. Created and written by screenwriting newcomers Mark Denton and Jonny Stockwood, White Dragon has been commissioned by ITV’s Head of Drama, Polly Hill, from Two Brothers Pictures, the drama indie established by … Continue reading →

John Simm and Other Famous Faces Swear to Take on Mental Illness
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John Simm and Other Famous Faces Swear to Take on Mental Illness

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MQ: Transforming Mental Health Lucie Horton 10 October 2017 Since we launched our  We Swear campaign in January, thousands have sworn to take on mental illness in young people. This World Mental Health Day we’ve got four new famous faces joining the movement – making a stand that it’s time to give a **** about mental … Continue reading →

John Simm Narrates New Video for HOPE not hate
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John Simm Narrates New Video for HOPE not hate

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HOPE not hate 20 Apr 2017 .@coldplay thank you for allowing us to use your song on our new campaign video. Thx too to #JohnSimm https://t.co/GtyPD3VdSN — HOPE not hate (@hopenothate) 20. April 2017 Formed in 2004, HOPE not hate is the UK’s largest anti-extremism organisation, campaigning to expose organised hatred and extremism, and working … Continue reading →

Holocaust Memorial Day 2017: John Simm reads the words of Sigrid Falkenstein
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Holocaust Memorial Day 2017: John Simm reads the words of Sigrid Falkenstein

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Holocaust Memorial Day Trust 27 Jan 2017 For Holocaust Memorial Day 2017, John Simm reads the words of Sigrid Falkenstein. Researching her family history, Sigrid Falkenstein found her aunt’s name – Anna Lehnkering – on a list of 30,000 people who were murdered by the Nazis as part of the Aktion T4 project in the year … Continue reading →

BourbonUniverse: Q&A with John Simm – Theatre Royal Haymarket Masterclass
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BourbonUniverse: Q&A with John Simm – Theatre Royal Haymarket Masterclass

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Bourbon Universe Ellie 21 June 2016 On the 21st June 2016, I had the opportunity to be present at a Q&A with John Simm at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in the heart of London’s West End. John Simm is best known for is roles in TV Shows such as Life on Mars and Doctor Who … Continue reading →

John Simm Masterclass
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John Simm Masterclass

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Masterclass Tuesday 21st June 2:30-4:00pm Theatre Royal Haymarket For our third Masterclass in June, come on down and see us for an opportunity to put your questions to award winning actor John Simm! About John John Simm’s prolific career encompasses extensive theatre, film & television credits. His theatre work includes Pinter’s The Homecoming and The Hothouse at … Continue reading →

The Iliad Online: John Simm takes part in epic 15-hour live performance
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The Iliad Online: John Simm takes part in epic 15-hour live performance

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Almeida Theatre Almeida Greeks – The Iliad 14 Aug 2015 – 14 Aug 2015 This summer, [there was] a rare opportunity to experience a reading of Homer’s The Iliad. From morning until night, more than 50 artists [read from] individual sections – beginning at the British Museum and culminating on the Almeida stage with the wrath … Continue reading →

Magic Alex Celebrate Band’s 20th Anniversary with Headline Gig at Barfly
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Magic Alex Celebrate Band’s 20th Anniversary with Headline Gig at Barfly

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Barfly Magic Alex 25 Jun 2015, 7:00 pm BUY TICKETS “There’s only three bands that have ever mattered. Echo & The Bunnymen, The Velvet Underground and Magic Alex” ~ Ian McCulloch, Echo & The Bunnymen Formed in 1995 by childhood friends, vocalist Dean Taylor and guitarist John Simm over the course of the next 12 months … Continue reading →

Radio Drama: Mrs Robinson, I Presume – Starring John Simm as Director Mike Nichols
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Radio Drama: Mrs Robinson, I Presume – Starring John Simm as Director Mike Nichols

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BBC Radio 4 – Drama, Mrs Robinson, I Presume Fri 24 Apr 2015 14:15 “John Simm gives Nichols humility and vulnerability – notably when recounting his origins as a Jewish refugee from Nazism” ~The Stage In 1963, fledgling producer Lawrence Turman read a novel by Charles Webb called The Graduate. He knew he had to … Continue reading →

John Simm receives Royal Television Society North West award for his performance in Prey
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John Simm receives Royal Television Society North West award for his performance in Prey

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Prolific North 17 Nov 2014 David Prior Full list of winners from the Royal Television Society North West awards Indies from across the region were recognised on Saturday at the Royal Television Society North West awards. Red Production Company took home the Judges’ Award and also saw performers in two of its hit dramas of … Continue reading →

Esquire Weekly – Q&A Interview: John Simm talks acting, raving and being “a twat”
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Esquire Weekly – Q&A Interview: John Simm talks acting, raving and being “a twat”

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Esquire Weekly Issue 51 Amy Raphael 25 September 2014 Esquire Weekly is the 100% original iPad and iPhone magazine from the people who bring you esquire.co.uk. Click the Gallery of circles below to view the digital interview. [To exit Gallery, find and click on the x in upper left corner of viewer] Continue reading →

John Simm discusses his new role in BBC America’s ‘Intruders’ …and reveals his Elvis fandom.
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John Simm discusses his new role in BBC America’s ‘Intruders’ …and reveals his Elvis fandom.

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Entertainment Weekly Community Kelly Connolly 23 Aug 2014 John Simm interview: Intruders star says he heard voices on set On BBC America’s new drama Intruders, acclaimed British actor John Simm plays Jack Whelan, a former cop whose life is upended when his wife Amy (Mira Sorvino) disappears under mysterious circumstances. The EW Community talked to … Continue reading →

John Simm Tweets: ‘Dated & Sexist’ by Magic Alex is Available on iTunes and Spotify
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John Simm Tweets: ‘Dated & Sexist’ by Magic Alex is Available on iTunes and Spotify

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Good morning pop pickers. Dated&Sexist by Magic Alex is LIVE again on iTunes, spotify, etc! https://t.co/RJGwK4ZQ8G http://t.co/VqYKq4qgm9” — John Simm (@john_simm) 3. Juli 2014 About Magic Alex Formed in 1995 by vocalist Dean Taylor (ex lead singer with the brilliantly baggy Cherrydales) and bass player Simon Borkin (from music press darlings Sign Language), over the … Continue reading →

John Simm reads a selection from The Coral keyboard player Nick Power’s poetry collection
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John Simm reads a selection from The Coral keyboard player Nick Power’s poetry collection

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Liverpool Echo 18 Mar 2014 Nick Power launches Small Town Chase, a collection of lyrical stories and poems The Coral’s keyboard player has released a collection of poetry. Nick Power has written Small Town Chase, a book of 87 lyrical stories and poems. A Soundcloud playlist has been set up to launch the book, with … Continue reading →

Interview with John Simm for ITV’s Trauma
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Interview with John Simm for ITV’s Trauma

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ITV Press Centre 3 Feb 2018 John Simm and Adrian Lester star in Mike Bartlett’s psychological thriller Trauma for ITV Trauma starts Monday 12 February, 9pm on ITV Can you describe your character? Dan Bowker is a blue-collar factory worker, an honest, loyal hard-working man who loves his wife and children. He is also a … Continue reading →

Doctor Who Exclusives: John Simm on his Return as The Master; Missy and The Master Dance Together
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Doctor Who Exclusives: John Simm on his Return as The Master; Missy and The Master Dance Together

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Doctor Who YouTube Channel Jun/Jul 2017 John Simm Returns As The Master – Doctor Who: Series 10 John Simm reveals what drew him back to play the Master once more. Missy And The Master Dance Together – Doctor Who: Series 10 Michelle Gomez and John Simm talk about who led the dance and who had … Continue reading →

Actor John Simm urges people to unite in face of Manchester concert tragedy
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Actor John Simm urges people to unite in face of Manchester concert tragedy

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God is in the TV Bill Cummings 23 May 2017 The horrific events following an Ariana Grande concert at the Manchester Arena last night have deeply shocked and saddened everyone. Two explosions were heard in the venue’s foyer as the performance ended, causing casualties, destruction and panic as the crowd rushed to the exits. It’s … Continue reading →