Perth
Mark Retzlaff
He/Him
- Height
- 168 cm
- Hair
- Brown
- Eyes
- Blue
- Voice
- Baritone
About
I am a Perth-based baritone with a rich, resonant tone and a strong instinct for storytelling With a chest range from G2-G4 (extending to A4) and a developed falsetto, I bring both vocal strength and emotional nuance to the stage. Drawn to character-driven roles, I thrive in musical theatre that balances humour with heart. I have a natural ability to ground a scene with sincerity, while still embracing moments of boldness and theatrical flair. My performances are marked by expressive delivery, clear vocal storytelling, and a genuine connection to the audience. Outside of performance, I work in a high-responsibility professional environment that demands organisation, adaptability, and composure under pressure. Qualities that translate seamlessly into rehearsal rooms and live productions. I am punctual, prepared, and collaborative, and value being a dependable member of any cast or creative team. I am passionate about musical theatre's power to move people. Whether through souring ballads, sharp comedy, or deeply human moments. And I approach every role with commitment, curiosity, and heart. Musical theatre is where I feel most at home. I am especially drawn to roles that allow me to explore emotional depth while still embracing wit and charisma. As a baritone, i connect strongly with grounded, layered characters who anchor a story. But I also relish the opportunity to surprise an audience with warmth, vulnerability, and charm. inspired by powerful contemporary musical (with a particular love for Wicked), I am motivated by storytelling that leaves a lasting impact. I bring discipline, emotional intelligence, and a strong ensemble mindset to every project, believing that great theatre is built on trust, generosity, and shared passion. Above all, I perform to connect. To make audiences feel seen, understood and moved.
Experience
- 2010
The Sound of Music
Kurt Von Trapp · Stage Left Theatre Troupe, dir. Lisa Blair
- 2016
Footloose
Willard Hewitt · Principal Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts, dir. Ian Toyne
- 2018
Play Time
Adam · Back Door Productions, dir. Kier Shoosmith
- 2019
Play Time 2: So Much Fun You'll Come Twice
Adam · Back Door Productions, dir. Kier Shoosmith
- 2020
Play Time 3: More Than Twice Is A Habit
Adam · Back Door Productions, dir. Kier Shoosmith
- 2021
Freakshow: An Interactive Murder Mystery
Mikael · Back Door Productions, dir. Kier Shoosmith
- 2021
Little Shop of Horrors
Seymour Krelborn · Entertaind, dir. Scott Landers
- 2022
Play Time: The Best Bits
Adam · Back Door Productions, dir. Kier Shoosmith
- 2024
Til Death Do Us Part
Josh · Back Door Productions, dir. Kier Shoosmith
- 2025
Mates: A World War II Musical
Bret Langridge · Rodmusic Productions, dir. Neroli Sweetman
Headshots
Skills & training
Accents
- Australian
- Various American
- Various British
- Irish
- Scottish
- Spanish
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Training
Principal Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts graduate 2016, Diploma of Performing Arts (music theatre)
Appearance & measurements
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Hair length
- Short
- Body type
- Average, Muscular
- Weight
- 168 kg
- Shoe size
- 9