Actor Michael Theo from Wollongong joins ABC comedy series 'Austin', playing an autistic character inspired by his passion for acting.

Wollongong's Michael Theo, known for a documentary series, is pursuing an acting career in the ABC comedy series 'Austin', playing a young autistic man entering his estranged father's life. Theo's passion for acting drove director and co-creator Darren Ashton to create a character inspired by Theo's drive. Filming this series marked a significant departure from Theo's past work with a kitchen manufacturer.