Ryden has always shown a natural talent for performing from a young age. He is comfortable in front of an audience and likes to make people laugh. Ryden always grabs his opportunities joining any type of performing arts production. He takes direction and criticism well. Ryden is passionate about the role he is given, he has the ability to take on any role with great success and effort. Since moving to Perth from a small country town he joined Actors Now and in his first year with Actors Now he was awarded most improved actor of the year. He also played the lead actor in a school Rock Eisteddfod production. In 2010 Ryden played a supporting role in a school production for Yofest and was chosen to host his school’s 2011 Arts Fest. Ryden is an energetic and fun person with whom it is easy to work.