Nikolaus Kinsky
Actor
Nikolaus Kinsky
is a freelance actor based in Vienna, where he lives and works. After completing his training at the University Mozarteum Salzburg, he developed a diverse career in theatre, film and television. His artistic career includes engagements at renowned theatres, appearances at major festivals and roles in film and television productions.
With many years of professional experience and a versatile acting profile, Nikolaus Kinsky works in both classical and contemporary theatre and screen productions.
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Theatre Career
From Moers to Vienna
Nikolaus Kinsky’s first theatre engagement took him to the Schlosstheater Moers in 1980. Further engagements followed at theatres in Bonn, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Wuppertal, Basel and Vienna. These experiences shaped his artistic profile and provided opportunities to work across a wide range of theatrical forms and productions.
Performances at Renowned Festivals
In addition to his theatre engagements, Nikolaus Kinsky performed at the Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen), the Bregenz Festival and the Bad Hersfeld Festival. His repertoire includes classical works as well as modern theatre productions and contemporary interpretations.
Film and Television
In addition to his theatre career, Nikolaus Kinsky has appeared in various film and television productions. His work in front of the camera complements his extensive stage experience and demonstrates his versatility as a character actor.
Combining theatre, film and television, he brings a broad range of acting experience to different production formats and artistic projects.
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International Theatre and Cultural Projects
From 1997 to 2003, Nikolaus Kinsky co-founded and directed an international cultural organisation. In this role, he developed and produced theatre and cultural projects in Venezuela, Israel and Croatia.
These international collaborations broadened his artistic perspective, combining acting with cultural project development and international exchange.
Acting Teacher and Artistic Director
Between 2002 and 2007, Nikolaus Kinsky taught acting and dramatic arts at the Schauspielschule Krauss in Vienna. He also took on responsibilities in artistic direction.
During this period, he was actively involved in training the next generation of actors, passing on his professional experience and practical knowledge to aspiring performers.
Awards and Recognition
Nikolaus Kinsky has received several awards in recognition of his acting work. These include the Award for Best Emerging Actor at the NRW Theatre Festival and the Audience Award of the Wuppertaler Volksbühne for Best Actor of the 1994/95 season.
International theatre productions in which he participated have also received awards.
These distinctions recognise his longstanding contribution and commitment to the performing arts.
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Personal Details
Playing Age: 55–70
Voice Type / Dubbing Voice: Baritone
Height (cm): 180
Nationality: Austrian
Work Permit: European Union (EU-27)
Based in: Vienna (AT), Madrid (ES), Zell am Moos (AT)
Accommodation Available in: Salzburg (AT), Caracas (VE)
Appearance
Ethnic Appearance: Central European
Eye Colour: Blue
Hair Colour: Grey
Hairstyle: Short
Build: Slim
Facial Hair: Beard
Tattoos: None
Piercings: None
Glasses: None
Scars: None
Languages
German: Native
English: Native-level proficiency
Spanish: Native-level proficiency
French: Good
Dialects
Austrian German: Native dialect
Salzburg Dialect: Native dialect
Viennese German: Fluent
Bavarian: Good
Education
Mozarteum Salzburg
Awards & Nominations
TV & Streaming
2021
Happy Birthday Burgenland (TV film)
2005
Schlosshotel Orth – Einbrüche (TV series)
2003
Alphateam – Die Lebensretter im OP – Schülerliebe (TV series)
2002
Rosenheim Cops – Feuervogel (TV series)
2000
Julia – eine ungewöhnliche Frau – Das Biotop (TV series)
1999
SK Kölsch – Ich sehe was, was du nicht siehst (TV series)
1998
Operation Phoenix – Jäger zwischen den Welten – Im Körper der Feinde (TV series)
1996
Balko (TV series)
1995
Die Kommisarin – Rabennest (TV series)
Auf Achse – Bel Ami (TV series)
1986
Tatort – Atahualpa (TV series)
Film
Butterfly (short film)
Theatre
2021-2024
Cavaliere Huscher oder von Ybs verhängnisvolle Meerfahrt – ein musikalisches Imaginarium
2015
Der zerbrochene Krug
2014
Die Wanderhure
Maria Stuart
2013
Mondlicht und Magnolien
Die drei Musketiere
2012
Der Name der Rose
Der Zauberberg
1999-2008
Tätigkeiten in der freien Theaterszene Wien
2006
Der tollste Tag
2004
Hamlet
1998
Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald (auf spanisch)
1996-1997
Schauspielhaus Wien
1991-1996
Wuppertaler Bühnen und Sinfonieorchester GmbH
1990
Theater Basel
1989-1990
Bühnen der Stadt Köln
1989
Wuppertaler Bühnen und Sinfonieorchester GmbH
Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus
1987-1989
Theater Bonn
1980-1986
Schlosstheater Moers
Commercials
1998 – 2025
Various productions