Barry John is a renowned British-born Indian theatre artist, director, and educator based in India. He is celebrated for his significant contributions to Indian theatre, particularly through his work . His students include Shahrukh Khan, Varun Dhawan, Manoj Vajpayee and many more renowned names.
Padma Shri Award:
Conferred in 2025 for his contributions to the arts, specifically in theatre. He is the founder of the Free Birds Collective and has trained generations of actors, making a profound impact on Indian theatre.