Iwi: Ngati Kahungunu and Nagi Tahu
Thomas Pohio
Tom, a young actor from New Zealand, has been performing on stage since his early years. He finds great joy in this hobby, embracing the vibrant and diverse community it offers. Tom excels in emotionally charged roles and is adaptable to a variety of characters.
- Locations
- Auckland
- Ethnicity
- Māori, NZ European
- Age Range
- 18 - 26
- Height
- 195cm / 6ft 5in
- Bust/Chest
- 90cm / 35in
- Waist
- 82cm / 32in
- Hips
- 100cm / 39in
Bio
Tom's passion for the performing arts began in primary school when he took part in school plays, igniting his love for creativity. He went on to join bigger theatre groups like H@BYT, touring Australia and New Zealand, performing in front of both big and intimate audiences.
After graduating from high school, Tom pursued his dream and is now studying Film, Media, and Theatre at Victoria University, making his passion for the arts his career path.
Theatre
| Year | Production | Role | Company / Director | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Importance of Being Earnest | Earnest | Havelock North High School, dir: Matt Brebner | |
| 2016 | 12 Angry Men | #8 | Havelock North High School, dir: Matt Brebner | |
| 2016 | The Crucible | John Proctor | Havelock North High School, dir: Matt Brebner | |
| 2016 | Over The Top | Pura | H@BYT, dir: Peter Cottrell | |
| 2015 | Tahi Ao | The Nomad | H@BYT, dir: Daniel Betty & Peter Cottrell |
Commercial
| Year | Production | Role | Company / Director | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Ministry of Health: Measles Campaign | Friend | Ministry of Health | |
Training
| Year | Description | Institution / Presenter | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speech Level 1 - 8 | ||||
| 2017 | Screen Acting - Improv and On Screen Acting | NYDS | ||
| 2014-2015 | Screen Acting Intensive Course - Acting, Voiceover & Combat | Miranda Harcourt | ||
Accents
Intermediate: American - Californian | American - General | American - Midwest | American - New York | American - Southern | American - Urban | American - Western | Australian | British | Māori | Neutral | New Zealand | Samoan | Standard US
Sports
Advanced: Snorkeling | Swimming
Intermediate: Athletics | Badminton | Basketball | Body Surfing | Cricket | Cycling | Gym | Hula Hoop | Jump Rope | Rock Climbing | Rugby Union | Running / Jogging | Skate Boarding | Snow Board | Snow Skiing | Ten Pin Bowling | Touch Football | Trampoline | Volleyball | Wake Boarding | Water Skiing
Circus & Horse
Intermediate: Animal Handler | Clown | Stage Combat
Driving & Flying
Advanced: Driving (general)
Intermediate: Dune Buggy