Nathaniel Currie
Actor
Nathaniel found his passion for performing 30 years ago, touring with the NSW State Drama Company and studying with the NSW State Ensemble. He went on to study for a BA in Performance and Production at UWS whilst gaining grounding in dance at Sydney Dance. He has been a passionate theatre maker ever since.
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Nathaniel found his passion for performing 30 years ago with the NSW State Drama Company, preceded by a relatively short period of study with the NSW State Ensemble.
He continued his study, entering a BA of performance and production at UWS. He embraces all aspects of the performing arts, with extensive experience in Musical Theatre and Plays (comedic and drama), Theatre Restaurants, Film, as well as regularly hosting touring game shows and corporate events.
Whilst he is a local talent with a strong drive to help expand the opportunities for performers and production roles, he has also taken theatre productions on tour nationally and been involved with regional enrichment programs.
Recent performance and production roles include SHREK: THE MUSICAL (SHREK- 2024 & 2019) THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Captain Von Trapp), THE PRODUCERS (Director), LES MIS, NEXT TO NORMAL (Dan), BIG FISH (Edward Bloom), OKLHOMA (Director), JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, SPAMALOT (Lancelot) MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (Benedict), EVITA (Che), CATS (Director), LEGALLY BLOND (Professor Callahan), MY FAIR LADY, PORTRAIT OF DORIAN GRAY(Lord Henry), ANNIE (2019,17 & 13 (Oliver 'Daddy' Warbucks), AIDA(Radames), BREAKER MORANT (Director/Breaker) and many more.
Nathaniel is a skilled builder and is often responsible for the design and construction of the sets of productions he is involved in. Over the years he has utilized these skills and knowledge in the running of various production companies and is focused on the continuing development of quality theatre.
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“From the moment Nathaniel Currie bursts onto the stage as Shrek, he commands attention. His accent is impeccable, and even with the elaborate makeup and costume, his vocal prowess and energy shine through. His interaction with the other characters feels genuine, making his character's evolution both believable and heartfelt. His rendition of "Who I'd Be" highlights his exceptional vocal range and projection. The Act 1 finale, with the trio harmonising under the moonlight, was a personal highlight that beautifully captured the show's emotional core. Witnessing Shrek's more vulnerable side in Act 2, particularly in "When Words Fail", peels back the layers (pun totally intended) of his character while maintaining a delightful comedic element.”
Samantha Hancock - Stage Buzz | Read Review Here
“Currie is wonderful as the roguish protagonist Edward, childlike in his playfulness and generous of spirit despite his self-aggrandising fantasies. Indeed, he is an engaging storyteller, and not just due to his charming southern accent. And his warm vocal tones add wonder, joy and whimsy to his many musical numbers. In perfect balance to his enthusiasm.”
Merideth Walker - Blue Curtains | Read Review Here
“As Captain Von Trapp, Nathaniel Currie captures the essence of the grumpy old sea commander who melts under Maria’s warm allure. His ‘Edelweiss’ is a clear emblem of the Captain’s love of his country without sliding into sappiness. And I loved ‘Something Good’, Maria and the Captain’s duet when they realise their love for one another.”
Beth Keehn - Stage Whispers | Read Review Here
“Mel Brooks’ The Producers (the musical which won the most Tony Awards of all time) is a super-polished, pristine and delightful affair brimming with A-List performances and production values only a long-standing behemoth like QMT and director Nathaniel Currie can achieve.”
Mel Newton - Stage Whispers | Read Review Here
“He is romantically grandiose and brazenly honest, and his desire for not only intimacy, but connection, eventually becomes endearing thanks to the slow-burn gentleness of Currie’s portrayal.”
Meredith Walker - Blue Curtain Brisbane | Read Review Here
“As Johnny, Nathaniel Currie (Shrek: The Musical, The Sound of Music) will become everyone’s favourite hopeless romantic.”
Beth Keehn - Stage Whispers | Read More
“Currie’s stand out moment is his vulnerable monologue near the end of act 1, as he makes a phone call to a radio station DJ to request a song, re-telling the Frankie and Johnny story to date… He wears Johnny’s heart on his sleeve with loveable panache.”
Bronwyn Cook - Theatre Matters | Read More
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Past Ad Astra Productions
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THEATRE CREDITS
2024 – SHREK The Musical (theatre), Shrek
2022 – THE PRODUCERS (theatre), Director
2022 – The Sound of Music (theatre), Captain von Trapp
2021 – Next to Normal (theatre), Dan
2019 – ANNIE (theatre), Oliver ‘Daddy’ Warbucks
2018 – Big Fish (theatre), Edward Bloom
2017 – Spamalot (theatre), Lancelot
2016 – Oklahoma (theatre), Director
2016 – Much Ado About Nothing (theatre), Benedict
2015 – Evita (theatre) Che/Narrator
2015 – Cats (theatre), Director
2015 - Legally Blonde (theatre), Professor Callahan
2014 – Aida (theatre), Radames
2014 – Breaker Morant (theatre) Harry ‘Breaker’ Morant/Director
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