Rudo Banya

I am a Brisbane-based performer of African heritage with a warm, vibrant stage presence, strong vocals and a natural flair for comedy and storytelling. I recently completed the lead role of Deloris Van Cartier in Sister Act with Savoyards Theatre Company, following my performance as Motormouth Maybelle in Hairspray with Queensland Musical Theatre. These roles showcased my vocal strength, comedic timing, character work and ability to connect warmly with an audience. I move well and am confident across a range of accents and dialects, including Caribbean, British, American and Southern African. I also appeared on ABC TV’s Everyone’s A Critic, developing a relaxed and natural on-camera presence. I bring energy, professionalism and a positive, collaborative approach to every production.

1. 2026

   Sister Act

   Deloris Van Cartier · Savoyards, dir. Andrew Cockroft-Penman · Stage

2. 2025

   Hairspray

   Motormouth Maybelle · Queensland Musical Theatre, dir. Deian Ping · Stage

3. 2018

   Everyone's A Critic

   Critic · Matchbox Pictures, dir. Nick McInerney · Television