Born in Gibraltar, Nicholas began his educational journey in Ireland and England, where he later honed his acting skills at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music And Drama in London.
Throughout his extensive and illustrious career, Nicholas has had the privilege of gracing the stages of numerous renowned British productions, including those of the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Almeida Theatre, and the Royal National Theatre, in both leading and supporting roles.
In addition to his work on stage, Nicholas has also made a significant impact in the world of radio, having won the prestigious BBC Radio Carleton Hobbs award in 1993. With over 100 credits to his name, he is a regular fixture in BBC Radio drama productions.
Moreover, Nicholas has also made a name for himself in the world of video games, lending his voice to iconic characters such as Garrett Hawke in Bioware's Dragon Age 2, and featuring prominently in popular titles such as Star Wars Battlefront 2, Assassin's Creed, Mass Effect, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, Final Fantasy XIV, Hitman, Little Big Planet, Fable, Killzone, and many more.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Nicholas is a man of many talents and interests. He is an accomplished musician, skilled in playing the blues harmonica and slide-guitar. He is also an adept stilt-walker, scuba-diver, and skier, and is passionate about kite-surfing, horseback riding, and swordsmanship.