Sam Lawrence
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Sam Lawrence
Actor Presenter Musician
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Unique ID: sam-lawrence-1
- Playing Age: from 19 to 26
Location: Coventry
Gender: Male
About Me
I am an out-going individual with a variety of talents, I am an actor foremost and also a jazz singer. I am a Theatre and Performance Studies student at Warwick University and have experience in TIE, devised theatre and classical acting.
Acting
Experience
Accents
Employment History & Experience
I have been acting since the age of 12, appearing in a number of productions at school and university, often in leads. I also have experience in voiceover, working on the BBC's online venture "BBCJam" as a child.
Amateur Theatre and School:
- Lord of the Flies, 2010
- Merchant of Venice (as Shylock), 2011
- Steven Berkoff's WEST (as Mike), 2012
- Little Shop of Horrors (as The Dentist), 2013
- Out of the Bag Productions' Sleight of Mind (Ed Fringe), 2013
- The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (as Professor Kirk), 2014
Warwick University:
- The Merchant of Venice (as Gratiano), 2014
- This Blasted Heath (as Chaos), 2015
- Partner's Rapt (as Carl/Coriolanus), 2015
Presenting
Experience
Specialist Areas
Employment History & Experience
I have experience presenting a number of shows including talent shows and dance competitions. From 2013-2014, I compèred and performed with the Halliford Swing Band.
Music
Experience
Vocal Skills
Employment History & Experience
I am a professional jazz singer, performing in bars and restaurants across the south east. I am signed to a small independent record label and released my debut single "No Diggity ft. Billy C" in 2014 which peaked in the Itunes UK Top 75. I am aiming to release my EP in early 2016.
Physical Details
Languages Spoken
Experience & Qualifications
General Experience
I have studied drama for the last 5 years through GCSE and into Degree level. During which I have gained experience in directing producing and marketing. In 2015 I worked at Camp Echo in New York, hosting a number of events and organising the two productions there. I have considerable experience in working with children in theatre from the ages of 12-18.
Qualifications & Training
GCSE Theatre: A*
A-Level Theatre: A*
Theatre and Performance Studies (BA) from University of Warwick - 2014-2017
Other Information
Relevant Skills
I am a outgoing, creative person who enjoys many aspects of making entertainment. I am never happier than when making people happy! I take pride in maintaining a professional attitude where-ever I am working.
Interests & Hobbies
I enjoy seeing live music, socialising, going to the theatre and indulging in good food! I also play blues harmonica which is something I am containing to improve.