Ngamako Rota Actor Profile

Ngamako Rota is a skilled Māori actor who is a graduate of Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School (2019). Since then, Ngamako has built an impressive portfolio of performances that reflect her range and depth as a performer. In film, she appeared as ‘Sheri Ann Cabot’ in the short film “Best In Show.” Her extensive theatre credits include lead roles such as ‘Juliet’ in “Romeo & Juliet” and ‘Livia’ in “Women Beware Women.” She has also brought nuance to supporting roles in productions such as “Ciggie Butts in the Sand”, “Te Whare Kapua”, and “Angels in America.” Ngamako has further explored collaborative work, appearing as herself in “Whada You Reckon?”, a piece she co-directed in 2021.