Helen Christinson

Helen Christinson is an Australian-born actress. She has appeared in a number of stage, film and television productions.

Biography Helen Christinson was born and raised in Brisbane, Queensland. She graduated from Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting). Prior to finishing her acting degree, she was cast in the lead role of the world premiere of The Drowning Bride at La Boîte Theatre. She was nominated for a Matilda Award for best actress for her portrayal of the dual roles of Ellen and Sarmitte.

Following her professional debut, she secured the role of Amanda Webster in QTC's production of Noël Coward's Private Lives directed by Michael Gow and received critical acclaim for her portrayal of the volatile Amanda.

Christinson has continued to perform in numerous theatre productions across Australia including The 39 Steps, Macbeth, for which she was again nominated for a Matilda Best Actress Award, and A Doll's House, for which she won a Matilda Best Actress Award for her portrayal of Nora.

Christinson's film credits include Reef n Beef, Harrisville and The Underdog's Tale.

She has also appeared in the ABC's World War II drama Sisters of War.

Performing credits Theatre 2015: Caress/Ache 2015: Medea 2014: A Doll's House 2011: Apologia 2011: The Joy of Text 2010: Macbeth 2009: Secret Bridesmaid's Business 2008: The 39 Steps 2007: John Gabriel Borkman 2006: The Cold Child 2006: Private Lives 2005: The Drowning Bride

Films 2010: Reef n Beef 2007: Harrisville 2005: The Underdog's Tale 2005: Endurance Island

Short films 2011: Awake 2011: Stay Awake 2010: Lightening 2008: The Pitch

Television 2010: Sisters of War 2004: Through My Eyes