Actor | Vocalist | Voice Artist
Based in London. Working worldwide.
Actor | Vocalist | Voice Artist
Based in London. Working worldwide.
Nicholas McBride - About Me
🟨 About Nicholas McBride
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.
🎤 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, in a village hall in Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire.
We made the local newspaper — 1994.
It wasn’t glamorous, but it was magic. And I was hooked.
How was that was 30 years ago? Since then, I’ve trained (and kept training), and I’ve had an amazing time performing across the UK and around the world — on stage, on screen, and behind the mic.
This photo’s a reminder of where it all began — and why I’m still here.
Image: My first headline role — Adrian Mole 13¾, 1994
Acting & Voice Highlights
Credits & Showreel
For full acting credits, showreels, headshots, and voice reels, click the link below:
TENNESSEE Whiskey - Live 12/07/23
Nicholas McBride live performance of Tennessee Whiskey with the house band at the Marrs Bar club in Worcester, 12th July 2023.
Visual Vocal Reel
These clips are taken from live shows and performances — while the footage isn’t studio-quality, they give a strong sense of my vocal range, performance style, and stage presence.
Thanks for watching!
Made Backstage
Alongside acting, I launched my own creative business — Made Backstage — designing handmade chunky infinity scarves.
What started as a few gifts for castmates and crew during Toast quickly caught on at stage doors, with people asking to buy them. It’s since grown into a full-time side project, with orders now coming in online from all over.
