Diane Byrne

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Diane Byrne (19**-) Dancer, Singer, Actress.

Biography

Born in Durban

Training

Career

She began pursuing her love of theatre soon after completing her matric and final R.A.D. Ballet exams. As a professional dancer she became well-known on the Durban cabaret circuit, and was a resident member of the NAPAC Ballet Company. She appeared in numerous musicals, pantomimes and operas. She ventured overseas in 1984 and auditioned for Cats but equity restrictions prevented her from performing.

Contribution to SA theatre, film, media and/or performance

Susan in No Sex Please, We're British (1991).

Awards

Sources

No Sex Please, We’re British programme notes, 1991

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