Fan mail address
Tim Balme
Auckland Actors
P.O. Box 56 460
Dominion Road
Auckland 1446
New Zealand
Address information
Auckland Actors
(Talent Agency)
P.O. Box 56 460
Dominion Road
Auckland 1446
New Zealand
Phone: +64 9 376 5233
Fax: +64 9 376 0136
Tim Balme is a New Zealand actor, writer, and producer best known for his work in television and film. With a career that spans several decades, Balme has become a well-regarded figure in the New Zealand entertainment industry, earning recognition for his versatility as an actor and his ability to bring both humor and depth to his roles. Known for his work in both comedy and drama, he has built a reputation for his ability to tackle a wide range of characters across different genres.
Born in 1969 in New Zealand, Tim Balme showed an early interest in the arts and entertainment. He studied at the prestigious Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School, where he trained in acting. It was during his time at the school that Balme began to develop the skills and techniques that would define his career. After graduating, he began his professional career in the New Zealand television and theater scenes, where he quickly gained attention for his natural talent and dedication to his craft.
Balme’s breakthrough role came in the early 1990s when he was cast in the popular New Zealand television series Shortland Street, a medical drama that became a staple of Kiwi television. Tim played the character of Mark Weston, a role that made him a household name in New Zealand. Shortland Street was one of the most-watched programs in the country during its run, and Balme’s portrayal of the charming yet troubled doctor earned him a strong fan following.
After Shortland Street, Balme’s career took off as he began to land roles in a variety of other television shows and films. He appeared in several high-profile New Zealand films, including The Frighteners (1996), a supernatural horror-comedy directed by Peter Jackson. In The Frighteners, Balme played a pivotal supporting role, and his performance was well-received. This film was an international success and marked the beginning of Balme’s collaboration with Peter Jackson, who would become a key figure in his career.
