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BIO

Since graduating from NYU's BFA program, Susannah Perkins has swiftly become one of the most exciting names in the New York theatre scene. They played a pivotal role in Sarah DeLappe’s critically-revered play, The Wolves, directed by Lila Neugebauer, and reprised their role in the remount production at Lincoln Center Theater. Other notable theatre credits include Network on Broadway opposite Bryan Cranston; Judgment Day (Park Avenue Armory); the title role in The Rape of the Sabine Women By Grace B. Mathias (Playwrights Realm); Bruce Norris’s The Low Road (Public Theater); Mary Gets Hers (Playwrights Realm), which was met with rave reviews. Susannah most recently appeared opposite Sandra Oh in The Welkin (Atlantic Theatre Company). On screen, Susannah was most recently seen in a leading guest star role on Ryan Murphy’s “The Politician.” They starred as the lead role in renowned visual artist Rachel Rose’s short film Enclosure, produced by Animal Kingdom, and played a supporting role in the 2020 SXSW feature Lapsis. Additional credits include a guest star appearance in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.”

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Performer (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
Clubbed Thumb Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Teresa

[Off-Broadway]
Park Avenue Armory Off-Broadway Production, 2019
Anna

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Barbara Schlesinger

[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere at the Public Theater, 2018
Constance

Highwayman

Prostitute

[Off-Broadway]
Project Shaw One Night Only Production, 2018
Clara Eynsford-Hill

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Off-Broadway Production, 2017
#11

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Realm World Premiere, 2017
Grace

[Regional (US)]
American Repertory Theater Regional Production, 2017
Charlotte Goodall

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Encore Engagement at the Playwrights Realm, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
World Premeire at The Playwrights Realm, 2016
Performer


Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Ensemble

Susannah PerkinsThe Wolves


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Ensemble

Susannah PerkinsThe Wolves

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Video: Kit Connor Talks Returning to Stage Roots in ROMEO + JULIET

On a recent visit to CBS Mornings, Romeo + Juliet star Kit Connor discussed the new production, explaining how he was excited to return to his stage roots and put his own spin on the iconic Shakespeare character. Watch the interview now!
Kit Connor to Appear on CBS Mornings Tomorrow

Kit Connor is set to appear on CBS Mornings tomorrow to discuss Romeo + Juliet, Sam Gold's production of the Shakespeare tragedy. Tune in to CBS to watch Connor on the program Friday, January 3 from 7:00-9:00 AM.
Photos: Rachel Zegler Dresses as Nicole Scherzinger as Norma Desmond for Halloween

Last night at the stage door for the revival of ROMEO + JULIET, Rachel Zegler, who plays Juliet in the Sam Gold directed production, greeted the Halloween audience and fans seeking her autograph not as herself but as Nicole Scherzinger as Norma Desmond. See photos here! 
Video: Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor Talk ROMEO + JULIET While Playing With Puppies

Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Romeo + Juliet is now open on Broadway in a modern new production from Tony Award-winner Sam Gold, starring Kit Connor as 'Romeo' and Rachel Zegler as 'Juliet'. Watch here as the stars discuss the show, while playing with puppies!
Rachel Zegler and Jack Antonoff to Perform on THE LATE SHOW Tomorrow

Tune into The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Tuesday, October 29 for a special performance by the cast of Broadway's Romeo + Juliet! Rachel Zegler, composer Jack Antonoff, and the cast of the production are scheduled to perform at least one piece of new music from the show.
Photos: ROMEO + JULIET Company Celebrates Opening Night

Just last week, Broadway's best came out to celebrate opening night of ROMEO + JULIET, which is now running at the Circle in the Square Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos of the cast and creative team on the red carpet below!
Photos: Rachel Zegler, Kit Connor, and the ROMEO + JULIET Cast Take Opening Night Bows

ROMEO + JULIET officially opened on Broadway on October 24. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows in the photos here!
Review Roundup: ROMEO + JULIET Starring Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor

Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Romeo + Juliet is now open on Broadway in a modern new production from Tony Award-winner Sam Gold! Did critics fall in love with the new staging of the world's most famous love story? Read the reviews below!
ROMEO + JULIET Single by Rachel Zegler Coming Tomorrow

Just in time for the official opening of Romeo + Juliet, producer Jack Antonoff will be sharing a new single from the production sung by Rachel Zegler. Titled Man of the House, the song will be released tomorrow, October 25. Listen to a preview of it here!
Photos: Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler in ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway

Get a first look at production photos of ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway here! The new Broadway revival of ROMEO + JULIET stars Kit Connor as ‘Romeo’ and Rachel Zegler as ‘Juliet.’
Video: Jack Antonoff Forgot About 'All the Death' When Starting Music for ROMEO + JULIET

Composer and musical guru Jack Antonoff was profiled in a recent segment on CBS Sunday Morning to discuss some of his latest projects, including the new Broadway production of Romeo + Juliet, currently in previews at the Circle in the Square Theatre. 
Video: Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor Talk ROMEO + JULIET Chemistry

Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler stopped by The Today Show to discuss the new Broadway production of Romeo + Juliet, which just began previews at the Circle in the Square Theatre.
ROMEO + JULIET to Provide Open Captioning for Seats at Every Performance

ROMEO + JULIET is providing open caption seats, an initiative to make captioning available at every performance of Sam Gold’s new production, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler. Learn more!
Video: Jack Antonoff Talks New Music and Songs for ROMEO + JULIET

Composer and musical guru Jack Antonoff stopped by The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to discuss the new Broadway production of Romeo + Juliet, which just began previews at the Circle in the Square Theatre. The songwriter and record producer wrote new music for this modern take on the Shakespeare tragedy.
Video: Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor Talk Modern New ROMEO + JULIET

Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler stopped by The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon on Monday to discuss the new Broadway production of Romeo + Juliet, which just began previews at the Circle in the Square Theatre.
Photos: ROMEO + JULIET First Preview

Sam Gold's Broadway revival of Romeo + Juliet starring Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor began previews on Thursday, September 26th at Circle in the Square Theatre. Check out photos from the first preview bows and stage door here!
Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor to Appear on THE TONIGHT SHOW Next Week

Romeo + Juliet will be on Jimmy Fallon next week! Tune into The Tonight Show on Monday, September 30 to see Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler on the show.
Photos: First Look At ROMEO + JULIET, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler, begins previews tonight at the Circle in the Square Theatre. Check out photos of ROMEO + JULIET below! 
Meet the Cast of ROMEO + JULIET, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler, begins previews tonight at the Circle in the Square Theatre. The production officially opens Thursday, October 24, 2024. Meet the cast of ROMEO + JULIET here!
ROMEO + JULIET Releases Floor Seats and Sets Rush and Lottery Policies

ROMEO + JULIET will release a limited number of floor seats for every performance of Sam Gold’s production starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler. Plus learn more about the show's rush and lottery policies to get discounted tickets!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Susannah Perkins been in?

Susannah Perkins has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Susannah Perkins been in?

Susannah Perkins has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Susannah Perkins been nominated for?

Outstanding Ensemble (Drama Desk Awards) for The Wolves and Ensemble (Obie Awards) for The Wolves.

What awards has Susannah Perkins won?

Susannah Perkins has won the Outstanding Ensemble award at the Drama Desk Awards for The Wolves and the Ensemble award at the Obie Awards, also for The Wolves.

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