“Always love your insights. This whole page is great but the “bar advice” section really made me smile. I’ve heard advice from that source…many times… and I always shake my head.”

- Alicia Jeffery, Talent Agent, The Characters

"John Boylan not only gives an actor tools to break down any scene in any genre, he also excels at training an actor’s mental process, so that one is able to ask the most effective questions needed to continue growing professionally in this business. His one-on-one coaching and mentorship has helped me overcome many mental and emotional blocks, and I’ve watched my career change from guest appearances to series lead."

- Dion Johnstone

“I was very shy as a teen and so nervous about acting and he showed me how to be unafraid. He taught me to ask all the questions I needed to ask to be the best version of myself on camera.”

- Malin Akerman

"With a lifetime of experience as an actor and acting coach, John Boylan offers wisdom and insight to aspiring actors and experienced performers alike. The Tips and Thoughts are practical and applicable to many different aspects of an actor’s life and career. An indispensable read."

- Joe Dowling

“I deeply appreciate these Tips & Insights. They have a real impact on me. I use them as "an idea of the week", something to percolate on. They reinforce my confidence and conviction by the way they prompt me to actively think, and consider, and reflect on my/our work. You write for the actor, and advocate what's best for us through discussion, and through this offering of ideas -- some simple and some more complex -- but ALL important, and ALL parts of the industry that each and every one of us actors needs to look at along our individual actor journeys.”

- Camille Stopps

“I absolutely LOVE what you have written here and couldn't agree more. You are a great teacher and coach. So fortunate are those in your sphere.”

- Janine Pearson, Former Head of Voice, Stratford Festival and The National Theatre School of Canada

"I have to say that I’ve met many teachers in this performing arts corner of the city but none have had a fiercer commitment to the urgency of the arts in an often circumscribed democracy, and to the highest standard of professionalism and achievement in those he continues to teach, those who aspire to make this pursuit their life’s work. A great example to the actors of tomorrow to be sure."

- Patrick Garrow