Currently working as the associate director on a production of Grease coming to the Bord Gáis this month, Dubliner Kevin O’Dwyer shines both on and off stage.
The last thing I saw and loved… a musical called Big Little Things and One Day on Netflix.
The book I keep coming back to… is The Heart‘s Invisible Furies by John Boyne.
I find inspiration in… the people around me; my family, friends and the people I work with.
My favourite film is… The Devil Wears Prada.
My career highlight is… dancing as part of Ireland’s Eurovision entry together with Ryan O‘Shaughnessy back in 2018.
The song I listen to to get in the zone is… probably something by Dua Lipa.
The last show I recommended is… the musical Come From Away.
I never leave the house without… my headphones. I am always listening to music or to a podcast when I’m out and about.
The performance I still think about is… a production of the musical Big Fish that I saw a few years ago in the Other Palace in London.
The best advice I’ve ever gotten… those who matter don’t mind, and those who mind don’t matter.
The show that means the most to me is… this production of Grease has meant a lot to me. I have had a long journey with the show and it has a very special place in my heart.
My favourite moment in this show… the Grease megamix! Sharing this moment with the audience and seeing them enjoying themselves is always special.
The most challenging thing about being on stage is… doing eight shows a week! It’s hard work!
After a show, I… eat!
If I wasn’t an actor, I would be… a therapist.
The magic of theatre to me is… being able to escape for a couple of hours, becoming completely invested in a piece and forgetting about everything else that is going on in your life.
The world’s best-loved musical Grease returns to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this spring, running until May 04. You can find out more info and book tickets here.
Imagery courtesy of the Bord Gáis.
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