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🟨 About Nicholas 

I’m a UK-based stage, screen, and voice actor with over 20 years of experience performing across the UK and internationally — from immersive thrillers in Hong Kong to musical theatre productions in the South Pacific.
I began acting as a teenager in Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire, with a local amateur dramatics group. That spark led to formal training — first at Worcester Tech College, then King Alfred’s in Winchester, and finally an MA in Acting at East 15 Drama School. Since then, I’ve worked across theatre, live entertainment, cruise productions, and recently begun carving a stronger path into screen work, voiceover, and audio drama.
I continue to train regularly in acting, voice, and movement, and I’m always up for new collaborations, storytelling challenges, and the chance to grow.

🎭 Acting

Recent stage credits include Nigel Slater’s Toast for PW Productions — a beautiful show I had the pleasure of performing across the UK, working alongside a generous creative team and spending time with Nigel himself. One of my most memorable and fulfilling jobs to date.
On screen, I’ve been developing new work and workshop connections, training with directors such as Brian Kelly, Charles Sturridge, and Casting director Caitlin Joseph. I’m passionate about grounded, ensemble-driven drama — and I’m actively seeking opportunities for television and film work.
My strengths lie in emotional listening, clarity of thought, and bringing warmth, subtle humour, and quiet intensity to character roles. I’m based in London, fluent in English, Equity UK registered, and hold a full UK passport.
PW Productions – Nigel Slater’s Toast (UK Tour)
Secret Theatre – Dusk ’till Dawn, Hong Kong

🎤 Singing

As well as acting, I’m also a sought-after frontman and lead vocalist, performing with several high-energy party, rock, and wedding bands, including the fantastic 29 Fingers. My voice sits in the high baritone range and I regularly perform across genres — from acoustic storytelling sets to musical theatre and rock.
I’ve worked in close harmony groups, cruise ship ensembles, and guest vocalist roles — and have a growing presence online with regular self-produced video releases. I’m currently recording a new cover each month as part of a personal performance challenge, blending theatre, soul, and classic pop. 
I’m also available for voiceover and vocal recording work from my home studio, equipped with an SM7B microphone and full editing capability.

A LIFETIME OF ACTING

My first lead role? Adrian Mole, aged 13¾ — Upton Pepper Pot Players, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire.

We made the local paper. It was 1994. I was 14, and completely hooked.

Fast-forward a few years: that second photo is from my first university performance in 1999 — Guys & Dolls, playing Benny Southstreet, another headline moment (literally). Both remind me why I do this.

It wasn’t glamorous. But it was magic.

Thirty years later, I’m still here — still performing, still training, still loving it — on stage, on screen, and behind the mic.

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Ready for the next adventure.

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