Hazem Shammas, a multifaceted and accomplished individual, has built a distinguished career that seamlessly bridges the realms of acting, artistry, and advocacy. With a rich and varied professional trajectory spanning over two decades, Hazem has had the privilege of collaborating with numerous prestigious theatre companies across the nation, allowing him to refine his skills as a creative director and producer.
Hazem's current professional pursuits venture into the intricate convergence of his Palestinian roots and personal experiences as a migrant, while also exploring the rich cultural legacy of Australia's First Nations peoples. As a multifaceted individual, he remains actively engaged in his career as an actor, simultaneously taking on a new role as an Arts & Culture ambassador with Settlement Services International (SSI).
Hazem's impressive array of awards and nominations includes a prestigious Logie Award for Most Outstanding Talent in 2018, bestowed upon him for his remarkable work in the television drama Safe Harbour. This esteemed recognition is complemented by an AACTA Award nomination for Best Lead Actor in a Television Drama, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile actor.
Throughout his illustrious career, Hazem has established himself as a respected and accomplished thespian, with a diverse range of theatrical performances across major companies in Australia. His impressive repertoire includes numerous productions, such as:
• Counting and Cracking
• Sami in Paradise
• Atlantis
• Mother Courage and Her Children
• Scorched
• Antigone
• Paul
• Gates of Egypt
• Peribanez
• Stuff Happens
• Disgraced
• Othello
• Romeo and Juliet
• The Tempest
• A Comedy of Errors
• Macbeth
• The Call
• Trustees
• Criminology
• A Midsummer Night's Dream
• The Tribe
• Buried City
Hazem's impressive filmography boasts a diverse range of features, including the critically acclaimed productions X, The Tumbler, and Alex and Eve, each showcasing his exceptional talent and versatility as a performer.
In addition to his work in film, Hazem has also made a significant impact in the realm of television, with notable appearances in popular shows such as Safe Harbour, Underbelly, East West 101, At Home With Julia, and All Saints.
His recent screen credits demonstrate his continued success and growth as an actor, with standout roles in Hungry Ghosts, The Hunting, My Life is Murder, The Secrets She Keeps, Halifax, and The Gloaming.
