PRPlayers

What does PRP do?

Looking for an innovative way to develop communication skills and drive behavioral change in the workplace? At Professional Role Players Limited (PRP Ltd), we specialise in providing professional role players and facilitators to organisations across both the public and private sectors.

Founded in 1997, PRP has over 27 years of experience in harnessing the power of theatre-based learning to transform workplace communication. Our practical, interactive approach has consistently delivered genuine and lasting behavioral change in individuals and teams. We believe that learning should be engaging, immersive, and impactful—and that’s exactly what we offer.

Through carefully crafted scenarios and skilled role play, participants gain firsthand experience in navigating challenging conversations, improving empathy, and refining their interpersonal skills. The staggering positive responses from clients and participants alike continue to fuel our passion for creating transformative learning experiences.

How did PRP start?

PRP was founded by Phill Doulton, who trained as an actor at Rose Bruford College, London’s prestigious International Drama School of Theatre and Performance. Early in his career, Phill used his expertise to run workshops aimed at supporting individuals with mental health challenges and acute learning difficulties. Witnessing the profound impact of drama on behavioral change, Phill’s vision for using role play in professional development was born.

In 1992, Phill pioneered the first communications teaching program at Guy’s Hospital, King’s College London. The overwhelming success of this initiative inspired him to establish PRP in 1997, with the goal of spreading his innovative style of teaching across a wide range of industries. Since then, PRP has grown to become a trusted leader in role play-based communication training.

Who are we?

With over 27 years of experience, PRP has developed a dedicated team of professional role players fully committed to delivering exceptional services for our clients. We recruit and train only the best talent, ensuring that every role player embodies the highest standards of professionalism, adaptability, and empathy.

Our rigorous selection and training process ensures that our role players are prepared to meet diverse client needs, offering representation across a wide range of ages, genders and ethnicities. Each role player receives a comprehensive briefing before every assignment to fully understand the objectives, ensuring consistency and effectiveness.

Whether working in medical education, corporate training, or specialised assessments, our ultimate goal is to facilitate personal and professional growth for every participant. Witnessing the positive, transformative effects of effective communication is what drives us—and seeing those changes unfold in real-time is what makes our work truly rewarding.

Why Choose PRP?

• 27+ years of proven experience in role play-based communication training.
• A diverse, highly trained team of professional role players.
• Tailored services for both the public and private sectors.
• A commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and client satisfaction.
• Passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that lead to lasting change.