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James has been working as an actor since the mid 1980s.
As you can imagine James’ credits are extensive. An accomplished stage actor he has appeared in many productions including:
‘The Chronicles of Long Kesh’, ‘Titanic’, ‘Gibraltar Strait’ and most recently ‘Carson and The Lady’ at the Lyric.
His film/television credits include ‘Game Of Thrones,’ ‘Best, A Mother’s Son,’ and ‘The Prisoner.’
Theatre critic Michael Quinn wrote a review of James’ performance in ‘Carson and The Lady’
Quinn noted that the production featured a ‘typically charismatic performance by James Doran as Edward Carson’
And ‘Under the radar, Doran has become one of Northern Ireland’s most compelling actors and here he brings nuanced stature and substance to a controversial figure with utter conviction and a lightly-worn but engaging gravitas.’
2015, ‘Number 2’s’ – Role of Sammy – BBC
2015, ‘The Widower – Role of Kevin Shearer – BBC
2013, ‘Game Of Thrones’ – Role of Sir Mandon Moore – HBO Productions, Dir: Neill Marshall
2012, ‘Best A Mothers Son’ – Role of Taxi Driver – BBC, Dir: Colin Barr
2012, ‘The Prisoner’ – Role of Robert Jameson – Sindika Productions, Dir: Mohydeen Quandour
2012, ‘Saved’ – Role of Ruari – ITV
2008, ‘Fifty Dead Men Walking’ – Role of Volunteer – Brightlight Pictures, Dir: Keri Skogland
2006, ‘The Boys and Girls From County Clare’ – Role of Dave – Isle of ManFilm Commission, Dir: John Irvin
2004, ‘Divorcing Jack’ – Role of Hood – Scala Productions, Dir: David Caffrey
2004, Mickey Bo & Me – Role of Barman – BBC/Mickeybo Productions, Dir: Terry Loane
2021, ‘Before You Go’ – Role of Brendan – Kabosh Theatre Company, Dir: Paula McFetridge
2019, ‘My Big Fat Belfast Christmas’ – Role of Da Joe – Theatre at The Mill, Dir: Finn Kennedy
2019, ‘Green and Blue’ – Role of Garda O’Halloran – Kabosh Theatre Compnay/Edinburagh Fringe – Dir: Paula McFetridge
2016, ‘The Lanternman’ – Role of Wainwright – Powerstone Entertainment, Dir: Stephen Beggs
2016, ‘Smiley’ – Role of Malcolm – Lyric Theatre Belfast, Dir: Conal Morrison
2015, ‘The Gift’ – Role of Father – Cahoots Productions, Dir: Andrea Montgomery
Accents & Dialects: (* = native) *Belfast, American-New England, American New-York, Australian, Cockney, Dublin, Glasgow, Irish- Northern Irish – Southern, London, Liverpool, Manchester, RP, Scottish-Standard
Skills: Improvisation, Narration, Comedy, Live Roleplay, Radio Drama, Voice Over, Darts, Fishing, Football, Pool, Snooker, Squash, Swimming, Gaelic Football
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