Rama Nicholas is an award-winning actor, comedian, writer and international improvisation powerhouse. Known for her razor-sharp character work, emotionally rich storytelling, and genre-defying solo shows, Rama creates theatre that’s as hilarious as it is heartfelt. Her work blends the boldness of sketch comedy with the nuance of dramatic theatre, resulting in a unique performance style that captivates audiences across the globe.

Over the past decade, Rama has written and performed a series of acclaimed solo shows—including Death Rides a Horse, After Ever After, Mary Weather’s Monsters, The Lucky Ones, and Evidence—which have played to sold-out houses and glowing reviews at major arts festivals in Australia and abroad. Her performances are known for their cinematic scope, theatrical elegance, and the extraordinary way she morphs seamlessly between multiple characters with emotional depth and comedic precision.

Beyond her solo work, Rama is a globally respected improviser and teacher, regularly invited to headline festivals and lead masterclasses around the world. Her improvised formats Close To You and The Wishing Tree have been performed internationally to critical acclaim, showcasing her gift for creating grounded, emotionally truthful scenes in real time. Whether improvising a delicate love story or a magical, character-driven tale, Rama brings her trademark intensity, generosity and playfulness to every show.

As a teacher, Rama has inspired countless performers with her transformative workshops on story, character and emotional connection. Her approach is both rigorous and nurturing, empowering students to take creative risks while developing authentic presence on stage.

Whether she’s riding a spaghetti Western revenge tale, unravelling the truth behind fairy tales, or crafting a world from a single audience suggestion, Rama Nicholas brings fearless creativity, theatrical intelligence and a deep love of story to everything she does.