Sok-Ho Trinh | 郑少聪 – Actor • Singer-Songwriter • Multilingual Performer
Sok-Ho Trinh | 郑少聪 is a British-French actor, stage performer, and baritenor singer-songwriter who works professionally in eight languages. Currently performing as Miyagi in The Karate Kid – The Musical and having made his West End Live debut in 2026, he has built an international career spanning musical theatre, film, television, and live performance. Alongside his artistic career, Sok-Ho holds a PhD in Psychology, bringing a unique understanding of human behaviour, emotion, and storytelling to his work as a performer.
Beyond performance, Sok-Ho conceptualised, produced, and hosted Emerging Artists, by The Singing Dr., a live music show showcasing emerging talent and featuring guest artists who share his passion for live music and storytelling.
Born in Paris to Chinese parents who survived the Cambodian genocide, Sok-Ho discovered his love for music at 10. He began performing in Parisian venues before touring nationally in a Mexican musical theatre production. His artistic journey took him through Shanghai, Madrid, and London, where he trained at institutions including The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and the London College of Music. He has performed at West End Live, Oxford New Theatre, Milton Keynes Theatre, Birmingham Hippodrome, Alexandra Palace, New Theatre Royal Portsmouth, The Other Palace, Troxy, The Bread & Roses Theatre, and Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club.
Theatre & On-Screen Work
Sok-Ho is currently part of the cast of The Karate Kid – The Musical, performing the role of Miyagi in the acclaimed stage adaptation developed by an internationally renowned, Tony Award-winning creative team. In 2026, he made his West End Live debut in Trafalgar Square, appearing as Miyagi before thousands of musical theatre fans at the UK’s largest celebration of live theatre. The production is currently touring the United Kingdom and Canada.
Sok-Ho has played lead and principal roles across stage and screen, exploring stories that blend emotional depth with cultural resonance. His stage credits include Follow the Light, in which he portrayed Ming (directed by Jonathan Man, concept by Ruth Chan), It Tastes Like Home as Jian (directed by Roman Berry), Pearl and Dagger as Samurai Master Shima (directed by Yojiro Ichikawa), and a revival of The Rocky Horror Picture Show as Brad Majors (directed by Scott Le Crass). He has also participated in theatre workshops with The National Theatre, Yellow Earth Theatre, and the West End’s Showstopper! The Improvised Musical.
He recently originated the roles of Lord Jia and the Doctor in the new musical Caged Sisters, performed at the Phoenix Arts Club and Bridewell Theatre in London.
On screen, Sok-Ho made his national television debut as Sol in the critically acclaimed BBC drama Boiling Point, a continuation of the acclaimed film and television franchise created by Philip Barantini.
His short film work includes the New York International Film Awards-winning short film The Last Game, in which he plays the lead role of John Wu; A Hundred Thousand Whys as Cong; the award-winning short film MISS Canton, in which he portrayed the Uncle; and TAKEOUT as Dave, the lead role — a film selected for both NewFilmmakers New York and the London Lift-Off Film Festival.
In several of these productions, Sok-Ho’s mastery of multiple languages, including Mandarin, Cantonese, Teochew, French, and Spanish, allowed him to bring cultural authenticity and linguistic nuance to diverse and multilingual characters.
Beyond narrative work, Sok-Ho has also featured in global commercial campaigns for major brands including AXA, American Express, British Airways, GSK, Unilever, and Coca-Cola.
Music & Research in the Arts
As a recording artist, Sok-Ho released his EP La Vie and continues to collaborate with songwriters, composers, and musicians from France, Hong Kong, Greece, the UK, and beyond on his albums and upcoming music projects.
Holding a PhD in Psychology, Sok-Ho’s research explores well-being in the performing arts, particularly the impact of music, emotion, and performance on mental health, flourishing, and human potential. He is currently developing a concept album and research-based theatrical production, integrating scientific insights into artistic expression to create a transformative experience for audiences.
Training
Sok-Ho trained as an actor, performer, and musician across London, Paris, and Mexico. His formal training includes Acting at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Stage Combat (Unarmed) with the British Academy of Dramatic Combat, and Music Performance at the London College of Music. He has further developed his craft through advanced training at The Actors Centre, Rainbow Nation Dance Academy, vocal coaching, and piano studies at WKMT.
Critical Acclaim
“The stand-out performance however came from Sok-Ho Trinh, who portrayed Master Shima. Trinh had so much passion — his performance, and the affection he conveyed through his portrayal of a concerned father, was genuinely believable. Beyond this, he was also an outstanding singer, demonstrating strong vocals throughout.”
— The Basic Theatre Review
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“Trinh’s constant appeasement of Mitchell’s constantly disappointed and disdainful Mei is comedy gold.”
— Fairy Powered Productions
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“The best moment in the whole show comes three-quarters of the way through when a sinister turbaned figure (Sok-Ho Trinh) bursts out of a trap door, a cross between Abanazar and Caiaphas… It’s powerful.”
— The Reviews Hub
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“Sok-Ho Trinh played the menacing Doctor extremely well, with the Doctor’s one-scene appearance being the most clear cut in terms of the music and narrative.”
— The Live Review London
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“Ping Er (Lois Lau) and the Doctor (Sok-Ho Trinh) are the villains of the piece… They play their parts extremely well and with an air of menace.”
— Loureviews
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“An impressive cast of ESEA actors (…Sok-Ho Trinh…) powers the show, maintaining strong stage presence and good chemistry.”
— Seen Anything Lately?
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“This musical is acted out by an enthusiastic octet of actors, including … Sok-Ho Trinh. This acting troupe has strong chemistry and camaraderie with each other. It is clear they have worked hard to bring these infamous characters to light in a layered and dynamic form. They are very fun to watch and are one of the strongest elements of this musical. The songs are another brilliant highlight of this show as well. The melodies are beautifully sung and harmonise so well that I had permanent chills throughout. I was especially impressed by the solos of the different characters.”
— Theatre & Tonic
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Audience Reactions
“Wonderful entertainment. Sok-Ho covers a gamut of emotions in his songs, which span a wide range of musical genres.”
— Ray ★★★★★
“Fantastic night with Sok-Ho and band. The bond between Sok-Ho, his story, and the audience felt truly authentic, fun and emotional. Sok-Ho has a beautiful and powerful voice, and the group of artists is also very talented.”
— Umberto ★★★★★
“I enjoyed the show. It was nice that Sok-Ho put a personal touch.”
— Mamiko ★★★★★
“A great performance. Sok-Ho was able to connect with the audience in an authentic way: dark personal stories followed by fun and positivity in the second half of the show. A very talented team. Bravo.”
— Zompo ★★★★★
“Sok-Ho has an incredible voice and it was great to see him live.”
— Christian ★★★★★
“Lovely venue and enjoyable to watch! Really loved the opening act as well by Somey.”
— Tormey ★★★★★
“Great artists, lots of emotions, a good venue…”
— La Vie audience member ★★★★★
“Amazing artist! Yes, an artist — not just a singer. He comes with a beautiful voice, passion for high quality, a story behind every song and charm!”
— Adrian ★★★★★
“An amazing performance, both intimate and highly entertaining — a truly memorable evening!”
— Rupon ★★★★★
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Representation
Sok-Ho is represented internationally by Nic Knight Management and is a member of Equity and Spotlight.
