John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad

Character Actor, Singer, Interpreter

Introduction

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter, was raised in Papua New Guinea where he gained his interest in theatre. As a member of the various theatre groups he would tour and perform shows in English and Pidgin at Colleges around the country.

In 1979 John travelled to London to take up the position of Personal Assistant to the late British actor Patrick Cargill. He studied with Studio 68, London and was a founding member of Stage 80.

John (the son of "Jack" and Emily Goad of Papua New Guinea) has taught PNG Pidgin at the University of Sydney for the Youth Abroad Program, he is an accomplished film, stage and TV character actor, singer, and is also available for voice overs and translation work in Pidgin English. John has studied the Hindi language for a number of years.

Photo Gallery

Welcome to my online photo gallery. Most pictures were taken recently but there is a couple of old ones I simply didn't have a heart to delete! Please use the download link on the left side of this page if you require a copy of my portfolio.

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - May 2010

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - February 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - August 2016

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - March 1988

John C. Goad, an Australian-based character actor, singer and interpreter.

John C. Goad - July 2010

Video Showreel

Take a look at the following videos, featuring a selection of my work over the last few years that demonstrate my versatility and range as an actor. I'm currently working on several film projects and soon will update this section with additional new material.

RTA Road Safety Commercial

Gross Misconduct

A Wonderful Chef

Bike Christ

The Brothers in the Bathroom

Blatant Fears

Curriculum Vitae

TRAINING
Tom McSweeney. Audition Masterclass, 2005
Screenwise. The Casting Breakthrough, 2003. Stanivlasky Audition Course, 2002
Faith Martin. Screen Test Course, 2001
Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Musical Theatre Course, 1998
Brett Murphy. Musical Theatre Course, 1996
The Actors Centre. Musical Theatre Course, 1997
Maura Fay. Screen Test Workshop, 1994-05
B. Syron Acting Studios. Acting Couse, 1985-86
Sean Scully. Video Course, 1984
Studio 68 (London). Theatre Course, 1980-83

SPECIAL SKILLS
Languages: Papua New Guinea Pidgin English and Conversational Hindi
Accents: Northern, Cockney, Lancashire (UK), Irish and American
Vocals: Bass Baritone (Low D - High G). Vocal Coach: Michael C. Smith

FILMS - AUSTRALIA
Blatant Fears (Role:Mitch). Director: Sage Godrei, 2016, S/F
The Brothers in the Bathroom (Role:John). Director: Jesse Thomas, 2012, S/F
Bike Christ (Role: Homeless Man). Director: Angelo D'Angelo, 2011, S/F
For the Love of Kenichi (Role: Dominic Sacara). Director: Gordon Anderson, 2011, S/F
Project X (Role: Morris). Director: Angelo D'Angelo, 2011, S/F
A Wonderful Chef (Lead Role: Richard). Director: Kyuwon Kang, 2010, S/F
Why Is Mary Crying? (Role: Middle Aged Man). Director: Emmanuel Marshall, 2006, S/F
Juice (Role: Ray). Director: D. Carter, 2006, S/F
Neil and Jack (Role: Dr. West). APA Short Film, 2004
Everything Goes (Role: Middle Aged Man), 2003
Moulin Rouge (Role: French Dandy), 2002
Babe 2, 1998
Come in Spinner, 1989
Edens Lost, 1988
Emma - Queen of the South Seas, 1988
Fields of Fire, 1987
Bodily Harm, 1987

TELEVISION - AUSTRALIA
Deadly Women: Series 6 (Role: Ivan), Director: J. Knox, 2012
Underbelly: A Tale of Two Cities (Role: English Farmer), 2009
The Potato Factory (Role: Client No. 2), 1999
Australia's Most Wanted, 1997
The Whipping Boy, 1996
GP, 1990
The Paper Man, 1990
Phantom Horseman, 1990
E Street, 1989
Rainbow Warrior, 1988
Richmond Hill, 1987
The Challenge, 1986
Possession, 1986

COMMERCIALS - AUSTRALIA
RTA - The Chase (Role: Psychopath), 2001
Toyota Echo (Role: Truckie), 2000
Bank of NZ
Compaq
Commonwealth Bank
Westpac Banking
Kit Kat
Occidental Life Insurance

VOICE OVERS
Air Niugini/Qantas Airlines, 2002

VIDEOS - AUSTRALIA
Fijian Arms Deal (Featured), 1989
Fleetwood Mac (Featured), 1989

THEATRE - AUSTRALIA
Inquest (Lead Role: Father), Short and Sweet Festival, 2003

THEATRE - LONDON (1979-83)
Stage Door
Annajanska
The Bolshevik Princess
Witness for the Prosecution
Find Your Way Home

MUSICALS - LONDON (1979-83)
Pirates of Penzance
The Mikado
The Gondoliers
Yeoman of the Guard
HMS Pinafore
Down in a Valley

PAPUA NEW GUINEA (1969-79)
(English/Pidgin live theatre performances in
Mission Stations, Towns and Villages.)
Madang Theatre Company
Lae Theatre Company
Rabaul Little Theatre

MEASUREMENTS
Height: 188 cm, Weight: 94 kg, Chest: 107 cm, Waist: 97 cm
Shoes: Size 11, Collar: 44 cm, Hair: Light Brown, Eyes: Blue

Contact Details

John C. Goad (Equity No: 2048136) is represented by Harbour Street Management
P.O. Box 549, Marrickville, NSW 1475. Phone: 02 9558 9005, Mobile: 0411 332 831
Email: harbourstreet@optusnet.com.au Website: www.harbourstreet.com.au