Mia van Oyen Actor Profile

Mia is a rising New Zealand actress whose work spans television, theatre and film. She is best known for her lead role as 'Amiria Wharekoa' in the acclaimed series "Dead Ahead", returning for its second season in 2026. Her screen credits also include "Wellington Paranormal" and a growing body of short film work, most recently starring as the lead in "The Keepers" and "Puti", as well as appearing in "Origami." Mia has built an impressive stage career, performing with leading companies including Auckland Theatre Company and Te Pou Theatre. Recent stage credits include "Hyperspace", "Te Tangi a te Tūī" and "Kua Rewa Te Aihikirīmi, touring throughout Aotearoa. With a strong foundation in dance, acrobatics and circus performance, Mia brings remarkable physicality and versatility to her work across stage and screen.