Griffith University Musical Theatre alumnus Liam Head has been captivating audiences across Australia and the world with his recent roles in hit musicals and blockbuster films.
Graduating in 2021 with a Bachelor of Musical Theatre, the charismatic and multi-faceted performer has been on a whirlwind ride including appearances in Baz Luhrman's film Elvis, plus local stage productions including Jagged Little Pill and Singin' in the Rain.
Recently headlining one of musical theatre's most iconic productions as the seemingly charming Fiyero opposite fellow Griffith alumnus Courtney Monsma as Glinda in Wicked the Musical, Mr Head performed around the country to adoring fans, and is currently in Singapore for the latest season.
"Never in my wildest dreams did I ever imagine that I'd be here, let alone so quick," he said.
"It's been an absolute dream stepping into Fiyero's shoes.
"The show is so magical, and getting to tell the story every night with such an incredible cast is a privilege."
When pop megastar Robbie Williams recently had a blockbuster biopic made about his life, Mr Head was there for the ride, starring as Take That band member, Howard Donald.
Premiering late in 2024, Better Man told the story of Robbie Williams' meteoric rise to success and fame, his dramatic fall from grace, then remarkable resurgence, with Mr Head saying it was a warts-and-all type of story.
"It was rated as the best biopic of all time, which is phenomenal, and to have played a part in it just felt truly incredible," he said
With the lead character portraying Robbie Williams as a monkey, it was a whole new experience for Mr Head to be working alongside his co-star in a motion-capture suit, and seeing himself alongside the monkey in the movie for the first time.
Talent even runs in the family, with Liam's older brother Jackson Head also having graduated from Griffith's musical theatre program two years earlier, and the pair often either sharing the stage, performing lead roles in different shows concurrently, or running their own production company, The Head Bros.
It is a testament to how well the Bachelor of Musical Theatre program prepares students for a career in the performing arts, with Mr Head saying the teachings, mentorship and life advice he received during his degree have made him the well-rounded performer he is today.
"It's pretty common for everyone from Griffith Uni to walk away going 'Wow, that was a great time'," he said.
"Great education, great learning, great faculty and now world-class facilities as well.
"The teaching and mentorship I got there, as well as the life advice helped shape me, beyond just a performer but as a person.
"We also came out with some very close-knit friendships that I can't see going away anytime soon.
"I'm very grateful, and very blessed."
