Brendan Riding

Brendan trained at East 15 Acting School after serving 10 years in the British Army (Royal Military Police). He attained the rank of Sergeant. Whilst serving in the Royal Military Police he specialised in Close Protection and was bodyguard to Sir William Patey, British Ambassador to Iraq and Sir Jock Stirrup, Chief of Defence Staff. After leaving the Army in 2007 he worked briefly for a Hedge Fund then decided to peruse a career as an actor. He attended the MA Acting course at East 15 Acting School and graduated in 2009 with a distinction. SInce graduating Brendan has spent most of his time in the Theatre. Notable credits include La Boheme, winner of the 2010 Olivier Award for Best New Opera and Noel Cowards Star Quality where he toured the UK with Amanda Donohoe, Daniel Casey and Liza Goddard. Brendan also acts as a military consultant to theatre and film. Recent credits include. New musical 'The Prodigals' by Joe Harmston and Ray Goudie and Shivered by Philip Ridley. Brendan formed WestEnd Front Productions in 2010.