About Me

My name is Cat Murphy. I am a bubbly outgoing person who has a zest for life, a passion for performing and loves travelling and trying new things and experiences. i am currently studying BA hons performance at Northumbria University, Newcastle and loving it. I want to Act for Theatre and television and have a wider interest in the Arts in general.

Experience & Qualifications

General Experience

2008: Scouted by Models North Modelling Agency.

2008: The Gate television commercial for Arndale Shopping Centre Manchester. Waitress and Extra.

2008: Lead role in student film

2007: I am currently a student of the BA (Hons) Performance course at Northumbria University, Newcastle

2007: Was accepted by YWAM (Youth with a mission) New Zealand in which we devised a performance including Hip Hop and Cook Island Dancing, Lead roles in various dramas and some solo singing which we performed in various villages and communities in Fiji.


2006: Played 'Mary' in an interactive Nativity organised by North lakes Council, Brisbane, Australia.

2006: Lead role in community drama dealing with drugs, Brisbane, Australia

2006: New Globe Theatre's production 'The Nearest Parish to America' by Garvin Gallagher about emigration from Ireland in the 1950's. Lead female, solo song and 50's dancing, performed in Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen.

2006: Was selected to attend Cinemagic's acting Master class with Surranne Jones and Mikyla Dodds in the Waterfront Hall, Belfast.

2005: Collegiate Grammar School's production 'Don't Be Afraid of the Dark'. Lead role, American waitress.

2005: New Globe Theatre's production 'Where Sandy Falls' by Garvin Gallagher. Lead female, performed in Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen and Waterfront Hall, Belfast.

2004: GCSE studies and performed:
* Blood Brothers by Willy Russell (Mickey Johnston)
* A Taste of Honey by Shelagh Delaney (Jo)
* Macbeth by William Shakespeare (a Witch)
* Devised Performance 'Proud of Us'
* Devised Performance 'Joyriding'

2004: Offered a place on UAYD Summer Youth Theatre Training programme after successful audition.

2004: Enniskillen Feis: Duologue from 'Blood Brothers' (1st place-Mickey) also performed in Erne Integrated College, Enniskillen.



2003: Ulster Association of Youth Drama (UAYD) Workshop in Erne Integrated College.

2002: Performed 'You're the One That I Want' as Sandy from Grease, Ulster Project Concert, Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen.

2000: 'The Rock Challenge' Dance Drama Competition with New Bridge Integrated College (Twiglet Theatre Company) Waterfront hall, Belfast.

Singing experience:
Composed and recorded a demo for A level Music

Performed as backing vocals for worship band 'Reign Down' in Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen

2006: Duet in Enniskillen Collegiate Grammar School's Annual concert, Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen.

2006: Grade 5 Singing, Trinity College London

2004: 2nd place in 'Stars in Yer Eyes' competition as 'The Cranberries'.

2003: Stars in Their Eyes competition (3rd place as 'The Corrs').

Qualifications & Training

-Royal Lifesaving Society bronze Medallion
-Trampolining BFT Award 6
-Driving Licence
-Surfing
-Green Belt in Karate 6th KYU

Other Information

Relevant Skills

-Grade 5 singing, Trinity College London
-London College of Music Grade 3 Piano Practical
-London College of Music Violin Initial Grade

Interests & Hobbies

I have many interests such as travelling,as I've mentioned, going to the Theatre, reading, singing, dancing, any type of performing, music, photography, swimming and meeting new people.

Miscellaneous Information

Travelling Experiences:

Fiji
I travelled to three islands in Fiji with Youth with a Mission for four weeks in June 2007. I lived with families in villages and helped them with everyday tasks such as fishing and mat weaving, cooking and gardening. We had a performance that we did in towns, schools and even a fish factory. We held kids programmes, youth groups and took part in church services in the villages. This was an amazing experience but came with its challenges, and this helped develop character!

Solomon Islands
I travelled to four islands in the Solomons with Youth with a Mission for four weeks in July. I worked with World Vision doing Tsunami and earthquake relief. This involved digging 'long-drop' squat toilets and helping to straighten houses after the damage caused by the earthquake and tsunami. Being immersed in island culture was enriching but tough at times. We also did interviews with the Solomon Island radio station and 'Fast-forward' Youth Television programme in the capital, Honiara.

Romania
In 2004 and again in 2006 I travelled to Romania with Youth with a Mission (YWAM) to work with street kids and prostitutes for three weeks in the summer. This developed great independence and forced me out of my comfort zone. Getting along with other people and working as a team was extremely important. I really enjoyed this work and feel I have developed a heart for the people of Romania.

Australia
Whilst spending six months in Australia I worked in a surf shop and travelling around the east coast. I did a surf course for two weeks and ended up staying on to work for the company cooking for an extra week!

NewZealand
In NewZealand I did the Auckland harbour bridge bunjee jump, which I can say was one of the best experiences of my life! The feeling of leaping off a bridge and free-falling was indiscribable and furthered my taste for adventure and adrenaline.