About

Born and raised in Scarborough, Ontario, Joshua Obra is an actor and writer with a passion for storytelling and hunger for growth. He’s the co-founder and creator of Break2Legs, a platform that he plans to use as a vehicle to give back to his community and provide other actors with varied resources and educational programming. 

Honing his skills through commercial productions, content creation and acting workshops, Joshua has quickly showcased his innate talent and dedication to his craft by successfully transferring those skills and experiences. As a fresh face in the industry, he embraces each opportunity with enthusiasm, determined to leave a lasting impression on both audiences and fellow artists.

In 2021, Joshua’s performance in the feature film Scarborough (2021) premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The breakthrough role ushered the film to rave reviews with Variety calling it “a haunting story that deals with themes of trauma, grief, abuse and social injustice.” Most recently, he returned to TIFF with his riveting lead performance in Express (2024). 

In every performance, Obra carefully sculpts his characters, capturing the essence of their emotions and experiences. His commitment to understanding the nuances of each role allows him to immerse himself fully in the narratives he portrays.