ACT Exhibition by Joe Simpson Features John Simm as Rick Deckard from Blade Runner

Posted on 25/08/2022 by Administrator • Leave a comment

Joe SimpsonExhibition: ACT59 Great Portland Street, London UK13th-28th August 2022 Artist Joe Simpson has asked his favourite British actors, ‘What role have you always wanted to play but have never got the chance?’. He then creates a narrative painting of them depicted as their choice on a large wide format canvas. Visit: Online Gallery of … Continue reading →

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John Simm Supports ‘I Am Whole’ to raise awareness of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

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InstagramJohn Simm Official13 Jan 2022 John Simm Supports I Am Whole to raise awareness of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). #IAMWHOLE is an award winning mental health campaign founded by Spirit Studios and Jordan Stephans aimed at young people, encouraging them to speak out, seek help, get support and change the stats. #IAMWHOLE partnered with BrewDog, the … Continue reading →

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John Simm Supports Mental Health Awareness Through YoungMinds UK Campaign

Posted on 30/04/2021 by Administrator • Leave a comment

Instagramjohnsimmofficial30 April 2021 John Simm’s Tee is from the So Happy In Town Shop. 100% of profits goes to YoungMinds UK mental health charity for young people. Continue reading →

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John Simm seen filming ITV series Grace in central Brighton

Posted on 17/09/2020 by Administrator • Leave a comment

The Argus 16 Sep 2020 Rose Lock EXCITED shopkeepers watched from their windows while a scene from a new television drama was filmed in their street. The camera crew was shooting scenes for the upcoming ITV drama series Grace – an adaptation of Peter James’s crime novels. The drama series has been written by acclaimed … Continue reading →

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Electrik Hosts One Deck Social W/Magic Alex DJs (John Simm & Dean Taylor)

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Electrik Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM ONE DECK SPECIAL WITH JOHN SIMM // 29th January⁣ ⁣ From roles in Life On Mars, 24 Hour Party People & of course playing The Master in Doctor Who to being the guitarist of rock band Magic Alex- John will be joined by Dean … Continue reading →

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Philip Glenister and John Simm In Conversation – Orange Tree Theatre

Posted on 19/08/2018 by Administrator • 1 Comment

Orange Tree Theatre Philip Glenister and John Simm In Conversation BOOK NOW for Sun 16th Sep 2018 19:00 Philip Glenister and John Simm are reunited following the hugely popular TV series Life on Mars, Mad Dogs, Prey and State of Play for an exclusive In Conversation at the Orange Tree. With just half of the OT’s income coming from ticket sales, the … Continue reading →

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John Simm among 24 Influential Ambassadors supporting Theatres Trust

Posted on 31/07/2018 by Administrator • Leave a comment

Theatres Trust Ambassadors 27 Jun 2018 “As a young actor attending College in Blackpool, I appeared in three productions at ‘The Blackpool Grand Theatre’, It was the first theatre stage I ever appeared on, and because of that wonderful old place I have been in love with theatre ever since. The Theatres Trust supports The … Continue reading →

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

Posted on 22/10/2017 by Administrator • Leave a comment

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 →

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

Posted on 30/05/2017 by Administrator • Leave a comment

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 →

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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 →

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

Posted on 29/06/2016 by Administrator • Leave a comment

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 →

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John Simm Masterclass

Posted on 27/05/2016 by Administrator • Leave a comment

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 →

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John Simm Judges 2015 Clapperboard Awards Short Film Selection

Posted on 26/10/2015 by Administrator • Leave a comment

Liverpool Echo Jade Wright 26 Oct 2015 The Clapperboard Awards Ceremony returns to Liverpool, this year celebrating its 10th Anniversary. Young people from across Merseyside have been involved in the whole production process from script to screen to deliver a number of diverse short films exploring issues such as mental health, identity, community, social welfare … Continue reading →

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John Simm and Vicky Featherstone back industry-wide campaign to support parents in the sector

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The Stage Matthew Hemley 28 Sep 2015 Actors and directors including John Simm, Romola Garai and Vicky Featherstone are backing an industry-wide initiative aimed at supporting parents working in the entertainment sector. Parents in Performing Arts seeks to identify and raise awareness of “the child-related challenges facing parents” working in theatre and on screen. It … Continue reading →

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

Posted on 15/08/2015 by Administrator • Leave a comment

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 →

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

Posted on 24/11/2014 by Administrator • 1 Comment

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 →

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The return of BBC One’s epic drama starring John Simm and Maxine Peake

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BBC Media Centre Media Pack 15 Jul 2014 The Village – introduction by Peter Moffat Triple BAFTA nominated BBC One hit from last year returns with a second series set in the Roaring Twenties. The BBC’s hugely ambitious plan to tell the story of the 20th century through the life of one Peak District village … Continue reading →

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On Set with gritty BBC One drama The Village

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BBC Countryfile Magazine Roly Smith 4 July 2014 This feature originally appeared in BBC Countryfile Magazine in May 2013 Roly Smith visits the set of the gritty BBC One drama series The Village, filmed on the western edge of the Peak District. Watched over by the elegant, pinnacled tower of the Georgian church, villagers gather … Continue reading →

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The Village Series 2 Filming in Derbyshire

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Derbyshire Times 8 June 2014 Step Back in Time in Hayfield For weeks, the village of Hayfield has been transformed into a film set. The second series of the Bafta-nominated drama The Village is currently being filmed in the area, which has been transported back to the 1920s for the show. Shops, street scenes and … Continue reading →

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Pendle actor John Simm in ‘Prey’

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Pendle Today 2 May 2014 Pendle actor John Simm is again starring in a TV series. On Monday, “Prey” was launched on ITV and had almost six million people watching! Born in Leeds, John was brought up in Nelson and attended Edge End High School where he acted regularly before becoming a professional. He was taught … Continue reading →

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The Village: Series 2 Filming Starts on Peak Drama

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Derbyshire Times 6 April 2014 The High Peak is again set to take a starring role in the second series of BBC drama The Village, which is currently being filmed in the area. The critically acclaimed show charts the life and turbulent times of one English village through the 20th Century. Series two starts in … Continue reading →

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INTRUDERS with John Simm filming in Victory Square Downtown Vancouver

Posted on 29/03/2014 by Administrator • Leave a comment

YVRShoots March 29, 2014 Susan Gittins Earlier this month, the eight-part BBC America series Intruders filmed cop-turned-writer Jack Whelan (John Simm) and companion walking from the northeast corner of Victory Square near the Cenotaph up to the southwest corner. In between takes, Simm hung out on the corner as passersby walked by oblivious to Doctor … Continue reading →

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YVRShoots: John Simm Films INTRUDERS in North Vancouver’s Deep Cove

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YVRShoots 10 March 2014 John Simm (Doctor Who’s The Master, Life on Mars, State of Play) tweeted a photo from North Vancouver’s Deep Cove today where the eight-part BBC America series The Intruders is filming on Gallant Avenue. Go to YVRShoots for MORE filming photos with John Simm –> Continue reading →