Michael Colgan, a renowned actor, made his London theatre debut at the prestigious Donmar Warehouse, sharing the stage with the talented Helen McCrory in Paula Vogel's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, How I Learned To Drive. This marked the beginning of his illustrious career, which has seen him take on leading roles at esteemed institutions such as the Royal Shakespeare Company, Abbey Theatre, and Old Vic.
In addition to his impressive theatre credits, Colgan has also made a significant impact on the small screen, appearing in a wide range of TV shows. His notable roles include The Fall, The Thick Of It, Happy Valley (BBC),Marcella, The Crown (Netflix),Chernobyl (HBO),The Regime (HBO),and Say Nothing (FX).
Colgan's filmography is equally impressive, boasting a diverse range of roles in productions such as Oscar-winner Simon Beaufoy's This Is Not A Love Song, the critically acclaimed Belfast punk biopic Good Vibrations, and the cult classic The Eliminator.
But what many may not know is that Colgan is also a talented writer, penning fiction under his birth name Michael Hughes. His award-winning novel, Country, is a retelling of the Iliad set in his native Northern Ireland, showcasing his versatility and creative range.
