JOHN MORRIS

John’s first show in 1998 came about after a couple of off the cuff comments about him having a crack at theatre. John followed through with the joke, and within a month John was in the Chorus of Call Me Madam for the Newcastle Dramatic Art Club.

Since then he has appeared in Several productions for NDAC. These appearances include Chorus work in Old Time Music Hall, ensemble work in Sing For Your Supper and the role of Charlie in On Golden Pond.

In July 2002, John played the role of Miles Gloriosus in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum for Intimate Theatre Company with an extremely friendly cast.

His most recent, most challenging and most satisfying role was as Annas in NDAC’s production of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Civic Theatre. This role was challenging vocally however after reassurances from Musical Director Craig Renshaw, was very fulfilling. In addition to this, John fulfilled a wish in being able to perform to an audience at the Civic Theatre.

John is a lifetime local who lives with his partner and two children. He is also the brother of State Member for Charlestown, Matthew Morris and John notes that maybe the only real difference between theatre and politics is that ‘we rehearse more often!’