Theo Shakes is a 23 year old Jamaican/Brit and Kiwi actor, writer, director, and creator based in Tamaki Makaurau.

You may have seen him on the social media giant, TikTok, with 1.8 million followers. As a content creator, he's known for his innovative comedy skits on the many relatable characters and scenarios of life. He's often regarded as "The man who's lived every life".

He's a graduate of Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School, as an actor and artist. He also graduated with a diploma in film and television Production at South Seas Film School in 2020. On screen, Theo's worked alongside Elijah Wood in the 2024 feature film Bookworm.

On the stage, Theo recently played the leading role of Peter Pan in ATC's production of Peter Pan for 2024. He continues to explore work that focuses on humanity. Universality is often the thread that connects his artist expression.

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