DAVID CONOLLY
Writer Director Actor Comedian Educator
Best known for work on the Emmy-nominated AMC series COOPER’S BAR and Netflix’s FATHER CHRISTMAS IS BACK, David Conolly works across television, film, theatre, and comedy while helping actors and creators build the craft, confidence, and voice to do their best work.
Work & Teaching
Work informs the teaching. Teaching sharpens the work.
David’s experience as a writer, director, producer, and performer directly informs how he works with actors and creators. His background in television, film, theatre, and comedy brings practical, industry-aware insight into every session.
Selected Work
COOPER’S BAR
Writer, Executive Producer, Actor — Emmy-nominated AMC series
Father Christmas Is Back
Writer — Netflix feature
The Understudy
Director / Producer — award-winning feature
Work With Me
David offers coaching, classes, workshops, and creative development for actors, writers, and performers. His approach connects craft with real-world industry experience. Sessions are tailored to the individual, whether you’re preparing for auditions, developing material, or deepening your craft.
Ways to work together:
Acting & Scene Study
On-Camera Coaching
Audition Preparation
Writing for TV & Film
Directing & Script Development
Comedy & Improv