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Phillipa Soo
Phillipa Soo is a talented American actress who gained popularity for playing ‘Eliza’ in the Broadway musical, ‘Hamilton’. Soo’s brilliance both on and off camera and her artistic competency have helped her get acting projects in all mediums – be it theatre, film or television. Coming from an art-centric family, Soo was encouraged to take up music and acting from an early age. Polishing her skills further at The Juilliard School’s acting program, Soo soon secured the role of Natasha in Off-Broadway, ‘The Great Comet’, and has not looked back ever since. As for her career graph, the character of Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton in ‘Hamilton’ has been her most spectacular performance till date, earning her rave reviews both critically and popularly. Along with fellow cast members, she even got a chance to perform at The White House. Over the years, Soo has proved what a powerhouse of talent she is, and her body of work is a testimony to the same!
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Born
May 31, 1990
Birth Place
Libertyville, Illinois, United States
Nationality
American
Sun Sign
Gemini
Famous As
Actress
Height
5'7" (170 cm)
Education
The Juilliard School (2012), Libertyville High School
Spouse(s)
Steven Pasquale (m. 2017)
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For Phillipa Soo, All Roads Lead Back to Theater

It’s been quite a decade for Phillipa Soo. In the 10 years since she graduated from The Juilliard School, Soo has emerged as a fixture of the New York theater scene, originating the roles of Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton in the megahit musical Hamilton and Natasha Rostova in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, as well as playing the title role in the Broadway production of Amélie.
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Jenn Colella, Phillipa Soo, Nikki M. James & More Set for World Premiere Musical Suffs at The Public Theater

Casting is set for the upcoming world premiere musical Suffs! As previously announced, Suffs will play at the Public Theater next year with performances beginning at the Newman Theater on March 10, 2022 with an official opening night set for April 6; performances are scheduled to run through April 24. Leigh Silverman directs the new work that features a book, music and lyrics by Shaina Taub.
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Will Poulter and Phillipa Soo on 'Dopesick' and Telling a Frustrating Story About the Opioid Epidemic

From creator Danny Strong and inspired by the best-selling book of the same name, the limited Hulu series Dopesick delves into how Purdue Pharma created the worst drug epidemic in American history when they pushed their opioid while lying about how addictive it truly is. Threading stories about Big Pharma, a small mining community, and the DEA, the villains become clear while the ordinary people try to struggle through each day just to make it to the next.
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Simu Liu, Phillipa Soo, Luke Bracey Bring the Romance to Helmer Fickman’s AFM Pic ‘One True Loves’

Getting romantic dramas made in today’s cinematic landscape is becoming more and more challenging, yet veteran director Andy Fickman (“She’s the Man,” “The Game Plan,” “Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2,”), who is currently in production on the buzzy indie “One True Loves,” remains cheerful and optimistic about the genre. “In general, and pretty much short of being a tentpole, it’s very hard to get things made. People aren’t making romantic dramedies that much anymore, but at the same time, there’s a real need for content because of the streaming outlets,” says Fickman, whose energy level remains high even after shooting...
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Phillipa Soo on her Emmy nomination for ‘Hamilton’

Phillipa Soo is a Tony Nominee and now also an Emmy Nominee for her performance on “Hamilton” the movie. The Emmy awards will air Sept. 19 on CBS. Her new miniseries, “Dopesick,” premieres on Oct. 13 on Hulu. This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Aug. 16,...
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'Hamilton' star Phillipa Soo signs on to costar in Apple's 'Shining Girls'

Phillipa Soo has signed on to the upcoming Apple TV+ series Shining Girls. Soo will star alongside Elisabeth Moss, Wagner Moura, and Jamie Bell. Shining Girls, the upcoming thriller series from Apple TV+, has found another cast member. As reported by Deadline, Phillipa Soo has signed on to star alongside...
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‘Hamilton’ star Phillipa Soo joins Elisabeth Moss in Apple TV+ thriller ‘Shining Girls’

Emmy nominee Phillipa Soo has joined the cast a series regular of the Apple TV+ series Shining Girls, based on Lauren Beukes’ 2013 bestselling novel. Apple in July 2020 announced a series order for “Shining Girls,” a new metaphysical thriller based on the 2013 best-selling novel by Lauren Beukes and starring Emmy Award winner Elisabeth Moss. Hailing from MRC Television, the series will be adapted for television and executive produced by Silka Luisa, who will also serve as showrunner.
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Shining Girls: Phillipa Soo joins cast of Apple TV+ thriller

There are a few crime thrillers coming to streaming services, and Shining Girls is likely one you’ve got your eye on. You should with this casting news. The Apple TV+ series is based on the novel of the same name by Lauren Beukes. Elisabeth Moss was already announced as the lead, but now we have some exciting news about another series regular. Hamilton favorite Phillipa Soo is joining the cast, according to Deadline.
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Phillipa Soo to star opposite Elisabeth Moss in Apple’s ‘Shining Girls’

Phillipa Soo will soon be starring opposite Elisabeth Moss in an all new thriller coming soon over at Apple TV+. According to Deadline, actress Phillipa Soo has officially signed on join the cast of Shining Girls. Base on author Lauren Beukes’ best selling novel of the same name, Shining Girls...
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