TOM HOLLOWAY

Professional Series Guest Teacher (Playwriting)

Tom Holloway, an esteemed Australian playwright, has been a vibrant force in the theatrical landscape, with his base rooted in Melbourne since May 2015. His impactful works have not only graced stages across Australia but have also garnered international acclaim.

Holloway's repertoire boasts an impressive array of productions, including the poignant "Beyond the Neck" at Belvoir St Theatre (2007), the captivating "Red Sky Morning" at Red Stitch Actors Theatre (2008–09) and on regional tours, and the evocative "Don't Say The Words" (2009). "And No More Shall We Part" (2011) captivated audiences at Griffin Theatre Company in Sydney and London's prestigious Hampstead Theatre (2012). His stage adaptation of Colin Thiele's beloved "Storm Boy" premiered to critical acclaim in Sydney in 2013.

Notably, in February 2011, Holloway's compelling work "Fatherland" received its debut at the Gate Theatre in London, further cementing his international reputation as a playwright of exceptional talent.

At Howard Fine Acting Studio, Holloway brings his wealth of experience and insight to aspiring playwrights through his course "Play Writing With Tom Holloway," offering students a unique opportunity to learn from one of Australia's most respected voices in contemporary theatre.

TESTIMONIALS FOR TOM HOLLOWAY

  • “I very much enjoyed the "Play Writing" Course with Tom. I am sure that anyone with an interest in writing plays would find this course valuable.

    Tom is a very humble and insightful tutor, with a sensitive understanding of class inclusiveness. His manner and presentation is warm and engaging. These qualities made the course very relaxing and he always encouraged class participation.

    As well as that, so many of the play writing techniques he introduced us to were useful at the time, and for the future.

    I think the session timing (Saturdays) and length was ideal for the subject matter. If there was a follow-up course presented by Tom, I would definitely be interested.

    Many thanks for staging this course, I was very happy with the content and the cost was reasonable.” - Bernard Peasley