David Collins is an acclaimed Australian actor, comedian, writer and voice artist, best known worldwide as one-half of the internationally famous physical comedy duo The Umbilical Brothers. Formed in 1988 with his partner Shane Dundas, the duo is celebrated globally for their unique fusion of slapstick, mime, puppetry, and high-energy vocal sound effects that transcend language barriers. Collins has had a prolific and multi-faceted career across stage, television, and film, earning prestigious accolades including BAFTA, Emmy, Logie and Helpmann Awards. *Not to be confused with Canadian actor David Collins, best known for his work with the Stratford Festival.

David Collins

Acting Born January 19, 1969 New South Wales, Australia

David Collins is an acclaimed Australian actor, comedian, writer and voice artist, best known worldwide as one-half of the internationally famous physical comedy duo The Umbilical Brothers. Formed in 1988 with his partner Shane Dundas, the duo is celebrated globally for their unique fusion of slapstick, mime, puppetry, and high-energy vocal sound effects that transcend language barriers. Collins has had a prolific and multi-faceted career across stage, television, and film, earning prestigious accolades including BAFTA, Emmy, Logie and Helpmann Awards.

*Not to be confused with Canadian actor David Collins, best known for his work with the Stratford Festival.

Known For

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Smeg

The Fall Guy

Metalstorm Sound Mixer (Ray)

Minx

Ben

Frankie Drake Mysteries

Squishy

Three Thousand Years of Longing

Ozmet the Jocular

The Tourist

Arlo Dobson

The Tourist

Arlo Dobson/Colin Callend

Drop Dead Weird

Dad

Maisy

Maya the Bee: The Honey Games

Arnie (voice)

Maya the Bee Movie

Arnie (voice)

Maya the Bee: The Golden Orb

Arnie (voice)