Captivating Audiences. Grounding Conversations.
Welcome—to the work of Sharda Harrison: a movement-led actor, director, and moderator across stage, screen, and live dialogue.
“I craft characters from the inside out, and facilitate courageous conversations—bringing clarity, emotional truth, and steady presence to stories that matter.” Sharda Harrison
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About
Sharda Harrison is an actor, television presenter, and arts educator based in Singapore. A graduate of LASALLE (BA Hons Acting; MA Arts Pedagogy & Practice), she works across theatre, film/documentary, and public dialogue—anchored in embodied practice, research-led storytelling, and collaboration with directors, communities, and students.
Experience
Professional Journey
Film
Film & Documentary
On-camera acting, documentary hosting, and storytelling—built on authenticity and relatability with a deep respect for real lives and lived experience. Recent broadcast work includes Channel NewsAsia’s ‘Talking Point’ and ‘On the Pulse’, alongside ongoing MediaCorp drama work.
Stage
Live Performances
Award-winning, body-led theatre work that moves between stillness and grounded presence—supporting directors with rigorous rehearsal process and building an ensemble intelligence. Picture: People, Places & Things (Pangdemonium).
Live Dialogue
Convened Dialogues
Moderation and hosting for high-stakes panels, community forums, and hybrid rooms—bridging audiences with warmth, structure, and focus, so conversations stay courageous, human, and inspiring.
Education & Contribution
Drama School
BA (Hons) Acting — LASALLE College of the Arts (2009)
MA in arts pedagogy and practice (2020)
Sonic & Movement Practice
Embodiment - training that supports character, voice, and presence —so emotion travels through the body with precision, safety, and
Embodiment - training that supports character, voice, and presence —
Training Experience:
Kalaripayattu: Since 2004
Tadashi Suzuki: Since 2011
Contact Improvisation: Since 2009
Achievements
Recognition
Best Actress (ST Life Theatre Awards)
Theatre
Best Ensemble 2025 for " Hi, Can You Hear Me?' by the Necessary Stage.
Best Actress (2024) for 'People, Places & Things' by Pangdemonium Theatre
Best Ensemble (2016) for ' Hotel' by Wild Rice
Life! Theatre Awards Nominations
Performance
Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for Crossings (2013), The Crucible (2014), and Electra (2018). Best Ensemble for 'Poor Thing' by the Necessary Stage (2015)
Documentary Host & Presenter
Broadcast
Hosted and contributed to current-affairs/documentary formats including Channel NewsAsia and Mediacorp platforms.
Arts Education Leadership
Teaching & Programme Design
Adjunct lecturer at NAFA (movement and performance creation) and curriculum consultant/designer for presentation and communication training at LASALLE.
Pink Gajah Theatre — Original Works
Creation & Direction
Leads Pink Gajah Theatre’s body of work across theatre and film, including Bi(cara), Hayat, Verso/Recto, and Monster.