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Volume 37
Old Collegians in performing arts
Simon Maiden
Many talented Old Collegians have pursued and forged successful careers in the performing arts industry including acting, singing, conducting and dancing. These Old Collegians are setting a fantastic example of how, with hard work and determination, you can make your dreams become reality. COVID-19 restrictions have devasted the performing arts and entertainment sectors. Music and theatre performances and production have ground to a halt. When restrictions are lifted, the artistic and creative industries need your support. This may include attending and promoting concerts, plays, musicals, festivals, and supporting great performers such as our profiled alumni.
Simon Maiden (1993) Simon is a highly acclaimed actor and voiceover artist, who has worked on a number of exciting projects, including the films Upgrade and The Dressmaker, the mini-series Deadline Gallipoli, the telemovie Hawke, and, most recently, the hit musical Come From Away. He has also appeared in the television series Wentworth, The Doctor Blake Mysteries and Winners and Losers. Simon studied acting at the Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts, which opened opportunities to travel and work with many great performers. “It’s a joy to share stories with audiences in every medium,” said Simon.
During his time as a student, Simon was heavily involved in both performing arts and sport. “I feel very fortunate to have attended Clarendon,” said Simon. “During my time there was a wonderful music department, which provided so many opportunities to learn, experiment, travel and make lifelong friends.” Simon also played cricket, basketball, football and rowed in a winning boatrace crew. Simon still values the encouragement he received at Clarendon: don’t not be afraid to fail. “This concept didn’t make a lot of sense to me as a teenager, but has been instrumental in giving me the strength and the will to step outside my comfort zone in my career,” said Simon.
