About
Hi! I'm Olivia. Yep, I'm going for writing in the first person. A bold choice in this world but who better to give you an idea about what an Olivia Chappell is, than me?!
I'm an English actress, who likes to make things happen. With oodles of creativity, humour and energy, so far I have had a wonderfully varied career in film, voice over, commercials, theatre, improvisation, and radio and of course...comedy.
I'm an English actress, who likes to make things happen. With oodles of creativity, humour and energy, so far I have had a wonderfully varied career in film, voice over, commercials, theatre, improvisation, and radio and of course...comedy.
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Named ‘Critic’s Choice’ when graduating from East 15 Acting School, I have gone on to win a few Best Actress awards (they were actually for serious films which was rather nice). Recently, I played the elegant yet sardonic Miss Casewell in The Mousetrap (Vienna’s English Theatre). I can currently been seen on your TV screens in a few different commercials and recent feature films are currently screening at international festivals and available on streaming services.
As a voice-over artist, my credits include commercials, computer games (Baldur's Gate 3, for example), animation, corporate and narrative work. I have a strong aptitude for accents and love character voices - an asset I attribute to coming from a musical family. I also have a home studio set-up so can record remotely. With a sensitivity for timing and imaginative character skill I am naturally drawn towards comedy but I also do radio dramas and anything else that comes along.
My inner 'ooh, I'll have a go at that' spirit means I've occasionally dived behind the camera. As part of The Springhead Film Company, I've produced and crewed films and music videos, and I'm currently developing projects as a director. Springhead’s debut feature film, Sorority, has been long-listed fo a BIFA and is now available on Prime Video (Psst: buying rather than renting helps indie film makers enormously - thanks). |
So...thanks for visiting!
Have a scroll, have a browse, have a click, have a watch, have a listen, and feel free to get in touch if I can be of use to your project.
Have a scroll, have a browse, have a click, have a watch, have a listen, and feel free to get in touch if I can be of use to your project.
Press
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"Witty, satirical script...Talented, energetic...' ****
THE SCOTSMAN "...it was Olivia Chappell's performance as, amongst many other characters, Lady (Cherie) Macblair that stole the show. Whereas Shakespeare’s leading lady was conniving, calculating and ultimately cold-blooded, Chappell's Cherie is a far more sympathetic and warm character. Not to mention amusing."
INDIE HUB "Ever since I worked with Olivia Chappell on 'Who Will Save Us Now?', I've wanted to cast her in the lead role of something. She's an incredibly gifted actress who's willing to workshop scripts in rehearsal to get the most out of them. I pretty much wrote this script with her in mind from the beginning. She is no stranger to satire either, having recently featured in the Edinburgh Fringe hit 'MacBlair'."
CYRUS BALES - Writer/Comedian "If presentation is everything, then Olivia Chappell…had everything. Immaculately presented, she also had that immediate allure of complete confidence in her own abilities. Given the difficult, indeed bizarre, piece…she managed to…intrigue and entertain…”
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Watch
CURRENTLY...I'm understudying Lily James in the Penelope Skinner's new play, Lyonesse, which is premiering in the West End until 23/12/23.
SORORITY directed by James Webber
Feature Film
Social Drama with Kate Dickie, Sophie Kennedy Clark, and Emily Haigh
Feature Film
Social Drama with Kate Dickie, Sophie Kennedy Clark, and Emily Haigh
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RAINBOW RICHES CASINO 1
Commercial Comedy |
RAINBOW RICHES CASINO 2
Commercial Comedy |
VISITOR
Feature film
Thriller
Feature film
Thriller
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CAMILLA IN THE LOOKING GLASS
Short Film Drama |
NIGHT LIVES
TV Pilot Comedy (Mockumentary style) |
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THE UNCERTAINTY PRINCIPLE
Short Film Comedy |
LOST FOR WORDS
Short Film Bio-Pic Period Drama |
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EXCESS BAGGAGE
Sketch Comedy (sit-com style collaboration) |
CONQUER THE HANDES
Sketch Comedy (25Hr Quick Fire Comedy Festival challenge) |
Voiceover & Radio
COMMERCIALS | RADIO | ADR | EDUCATIONAL | DOC | COMPUTER GAMES
Have a listen to my reels...
COMMERCIAL REEL
GAMING REEL
NARRATIVE REEL
CREDITS INCLUDE
- Oxford University Press
- Windlands 2 VR game
- Theatre Centre
- Savannah Cider
- Coca Cola
- Rainbow Riches Casino
- Exxon Mobil (Formule E)
Have more of a listen...
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Windlands 2 (game play clip reel)
VR Computer Game Princes Rah and character voices |
Energy Solutions Oxfordshire
Commercial / Web Explainer Curious/upbeat |
Cendyn Hotel CRM
Web Explainer Informative/logical |
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Lost Hearts - The Horror Lab
Radio Drama - Horror Narrator (60s West Country) |
Who Will Save Us Now?
Radio Comedy Multiple character voices |
Radio Sketch Comedy
Sketch Demo Multiple character voices |
Radio Drama & Comedy Series
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Whisky Wars - Towton Productions
Radio Drama - Historic Lady MacCullen (60s Scottish) 
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What Did You Do In The War Mama? - Towton Productions
Radio Drama - Historic fantasy comedy Lady Haig (40s RP) 
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DEXIT: Demonic Exit
Radio Comedy - The Comedy Store
Prime Monster / Margaret Thatcher
Radio Comedy - The Comedy Store
Prime Monster / Margaret Thatcher
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Filmmaking
The Springhead Film Company is a London based production company specialising in narrative film projects and creative video content.
I am an Associate Producer of the company and have been part of development and production over the past decade.
Driftwood, the company's first short film, co-produced by me, won the Coup de Coeur in Cannes and was long-listed for a BAFTA in 2014. The team is passionate about creating exceptionally high-quality, inspiring content and working with the best talent in the UK independent film industry.
I am an Associate Producer of the company and have been part of development and production over the past decade.
Driftwood, the company's first short film, co-produced by me, won the Coup de Coeur in Cannes and was long-listed for a BAFTA in 2014. The team is passionate about creating exceptionally high-quality, inspiring content and working with the best talent in the UK independent film industry.
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SORORITY
Feature Film (trailer) Drama Actor |
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DRIFTWOOD
Short Film (trailer) Drama Co-Producer |
MAN DIDN'T WALK ON THE MOON
Music Video Producer / Actor |
Oxford Shorts
In case my love of indie film wasn't clear enough, I am also one of the founding team of Oxford Shorts, an international film festival. As Head of Awards, I have my fingers in both the judging and the organisation of the festival, and I also lends my presenting skills to host the awards ceremony. Oxford Shorts celebrates the diversity and creativity of short films. We champion local, Oxfordshire filmmakers and celebrate the best in international screen talent.
Here's a bit more info...
Accepting both fictional and documentary films, this boutique festival provides a high-calibre platform for new and established talent to come together and showcase their work. Set in Oxford's historic surrounding, intimate Q&As with prolific industry professionals punctuate a packed weekend of varied and inspiring short films.
The festival is proving itself a jewell in Oxford's cultural calendar, proudly becoming an integral part of its artistic community. Aside from a star-studded main event and awards evening on the Saturday, we hold a family friendly Sunday that includes workshops for young, aspiring filmmakers and relaxed, accessible screenings.
Here's a bit more info...
Accepting both fictional and documentary films, this boutique festival provides a high-calibre platform for new and established talent to come together and showcase their work. Set in Oxford's historic surrounding, intimate Q&As with prolific industry professionals punctuate a packed weekend of varied and inspiring short films.
The festival is proving itself a jewell in Oxford's cultural calendar, proudly becoming an integral part of its artistic community. Aside from a star-studded main event and awards evening on the Saturday, we hold a family friendly Sunday that includes workshops for young, aspiring filmmakers and relaxed, accessible screenings.
Coaching & Teaching
For coaching, teaching and workshop enquiries, contact Creative Utopia Ltd.
Founded by me, then provide bespoke services on how to utilise creative skills in your career and business.
Founded by me, then provide bespoke services on how to utilise creative skills in your career and business.
Spurring from my passion for Arts in education and how creative skills can benefit young people and business industries, I founded Creative Utopia in 2016. We work with TEDx speakers, individuals, companies, charities and young people to build strong communication skills that radiates confidence, creativity and charisma.
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Presentation Skills Voiceover technique TED talks and Keynote speaking Podcast Hosting Team-Building |
Contact
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ACTING REPRESENTATION:
JWL Soho Works, The Tea Building, 56 Shoreditch High Street, London, E1 6JJ +44 (0)20 3865 0932 http://jwl-london.com agents@jwl-london.com |
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VOICEOVER REPRESENTATION:
DAMN GOOD VOICES 2:18 Chester House, 1-3 Brixton Rd, London, SW9 6DE +44 (0)7702 228185 https://www.damngoodvoices.com/Home/index casting@damngoodvoices.com |