John McColgan’s career as a television director began in the mid seventies in RTÉ Television where he went on to become Head of Entertainment. He is a founding Director of Tyrone Productions, Ireland’s premier independent television production company and is Chairman of Today FM radio station. He is Chair of the global website project Gateway Ireland.
John played a key role in the evolution of Riverdance from the original seven-minute dance number and went on to direct the full stage-show spectacular. John has been closely involved with The Abbey Theatre – he was on the Board of the Theatre for five years, served as Chairman of the Abbey Centenary Committee and directed a critically acclaimed production of the 19^th century melodrama, The Shaughraun, for the theatre. John was artistic director of the entertainment to mark the state visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Ireland in May 2011.
John has received many awards during his career, including an Honorary Doctorate of Law from the National University of Ireland in recognition of his services to the arts and entertainment industry.