Tim Pocock Biography

Fast Facts

• Studied acting at the National Institute of the Dramatic Arts and Sydney Film School
• When he was 10, his singing skills earned him a place in a production of "The Sound of Music․"
• Quote: "Have patience and believe in yourself because other people won't․"
• After joining Opera Australia, he performed at the Sydney Opera House over 100 times in 12 different productions including "Billy Budd," Baz Lurhmann's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "The Magic Flute․"
• One of his first high profile television roles was as a regular in "Dance Academy," an Australian series that developed a large international following
• Started playing the piano when he was 3 years old and will sometimes play the instrument for hours at a time to relax
• Has lived in South Africa, Ireland, Australia and the United States