Nikki Shiels is a renowned Australian actress who has made a significant impact in both the screen and stage industries, with an impressive career spanning numerous leading roles with major theatre companies across the country.
In television, Nikki has recently appeared in a range of notable productions, including the BBC One/Stan Original series TEN POUND POMS S1, THE NEWSREADER S2 for the ABC, and the original drama series PROSPER for Lionsgate & Stan. Her upcoming screen project is the highly anticipated series THE LAST ANNIVERSARY, directed by John Polson, in which she plays the role of "Deborrah" opposite Teresa Palmer. Additionally, Nikki has also starred in the feature film THE EYE OF THE STORM, directed by Fred Schepisi, alongside Charlotte Rampling and Judy Davis.
Currently, Nikki is performing the iconic role of "Blanche DuBois" in the Tennessee Williams classic A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE for Melbourne Theatre Company, which has received widespread critical acclaim. Prior to this, she starred as "Sunday Reed" in Melbourne Theatre Company's highly-acclaimed production of SUNDAY, which will enjoy a return season at Sydney Theatre Company in 2024.
Nikki's impressive theatre credits include GIRLS AND BOYS (MTC),THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY (STC),MY BRILLIANT CAREER (Belvoir),HOME, I'M DARLING (MTC),and CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF (STC). Her outstanding performances have earned her numerous accolades, including the 2020 Green Room Award for her portrayal of Judy Martin in HOME, I'M DARLING and the 2023 Gloria Payten and Gloria Dawn Fellowship for her significant contribution to the Australian Acting Industry, which provides outstanding mid-career artists with opportunities for artistic collaboration and further training abroad.
