Bishopstown & Ballycotton, Cork

Where every student finds their voice

Small classes. Exceptional teaching. Real results. The Crowley-Dynan Academy offers bespoke speech & drama, performing arts and public speaking coaching — built around the individual, not the crowd.

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Cork City

Bishopstown

Monday & Friday classes in Speech & Drama, Performing Arts, Teaching Diploma preparation, and Public Speaking.

East Cork

Ballycotton

Tuesday Performing Arts classes and private Speech & Drama sessions in a warm, community-focused setting.

What We Offer

Training that goes beyond the stage

Speech & Drama

From foundational speech work to Feis Maitiú competition preparation and Trinity graded examinations. Private, duo, and small group classes for all ages.

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Performing Arts

Energetic group classes blending improvisation, characterisation, movement, and performance. Bishopstown Mondays and Ballycotton Tuesdays at 5pm.

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Public Speaking

One-to-one coaching for students, professionals, and senior executives. From interview preparation to boardroom presence and political communication.

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Teaching Diploma

Specialist preparation for Trinity Guildhall Associate and Licentiate teaching diplomas. Delivered over 15 sessions across 6–9 months.

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Voice Coaching

Targeted work on vocal clarity, projection, tone, and delivery. Ideal for performers, presenters, and anyone looking to communicate with more confidence.

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Confidence Building

Techniques drawn from drama, vocal work, and self-presentation — for children and adults who want to show up more fully in any room.

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Why Crowley-Dynan

Not a factory school. Never a number.

Maximum 5 students in Speech & Drama groups — real individual attention, not theatre-school volume
Over 30 years of professional experience across Ireland, England and New Zealand
Trained at Drama Studio London and Trinity Guildhall — among the most respected institutions in the field
Professional actress with recent TV and film credits, including the acclaimed series Obituary
A school built on a family legacy — continuing the tradition of Aideen Crowley Dynan

About Wendy

What Parents & Students Say

The results speak for themselves

"My daughter tells me that she feels she is learning to act and gaining new skills rather than just preparing for a show. The classes are great fun and varied."

Rose Murphy

Performing Arts

"Wendy has helped me overcome my fear of public speaking, and provided invaluable guidance throughout what has been a particularly challenging year."

Christine Butler

Public Speaking

"She won 1st place in Open Verse Poetry at the Cork Feis Maitiú. Wendy has a wonderful gift for bringing out the very best in her students."

Louise Leahy

Speech & Drama

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"I believe everyone has something to offer — and I relish the journey my students take in realising their true potential."

Wendy Crowley-Dynan is a highly qualified drama teacher, director, vocal coach and professional actress with over 30 years of experience. Trained at Drama Studio London and Trinity Guildhall, she has performed at the Cork Opera House, theatres in London, and most recently on Irish television.

BA (Hons) Theatre & Media Drama Drama Studio London Trinity Guildhall Licentiate