Jolyon James is an Australian-born[1] actor, writer and visual artist who creates work predominantly for young people.
Other recent works by Jolyon include Trapper and A Cautionary Tales for Children starring Virginia Gay.
As a visual artist Jolyon has exhibited regularly in Victoria and was a finalist in the National Photographic Portrait Prize in 2012.
He performed the role of the Moonshadow in Cat Stevens's musical of the same name which is played in Melbourne’s Princess Theatre for 12 weeks from 31 May 2012.
[1] After graduating from WAAPA, James guest starred in Australian television shows Water Rats, Blue Heelers and The Secret Life of Us, as well as a role in the TV movie Never Tell Me Never.
James secured the major role of Police Officer Con Stavros in the 2000 TV series Above the Law.
[3] In 2011 James was both a tutor and mentor with Showfit, a 12-month course focused on developing performers’ skills and confidence and eventually showcasing them to industry professionals.
[9] James is also a photographic artist and is involved in a long term collaboration with Raphael Ruz entitled BILLIEJEANISNOTMYLOVER.