Gabriella Pizzolo
| Gabriella Pizzolo | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Gabriella Grace Pizzolo March 10, 2003 Schenectady, New York, U.S. |
| Other names | Gabby Pizzolo |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2013–present |
Gabriella Grace Pizzolo (born March 10, 2003) is an American child actress and singer, who is known for her performances on Broadway in Matilda the Musical and Fun Home.
Career
Pizzolo appeared in several regional productions before making her professional debut as the title character in Matilda the Musical.[1][2] She originally auditioned for the original cast of Matilda and received several callbacks but was not cast.[3] She auditioned once again and was successful, making her debut in December 2013.[4] She made several public appearances as Matilda, such as Broadway at Bryant Park and a Ralph Lauren Fashion Show. Her final performance in the role was in September 2014. In March 2015, Pizzolo was cast as the understudy for the roles of Small Alison, Christian and John in the musical Fun Home.[1] After the departure of Sydney Lucas in October 2015, Pizzolo was promoted the role of Small Alison full-time. During her tenure in the role, she performed "Ring of Keys" at several events, including the 20th SAGE Awards[5] and the White House.[6] Pizzolo is expected to continue to play the role until the production closes in September 2016.[7]
Personal life
Pizzolo lives in upstate New York with her parents and younger sister.[3] Her mother, Natalie, is a teacher who homeschooled her when she was in Matilda.[4]
Credits
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Brain Dead | Young Laurel | Episode 13 |
| 2017 | Beaches | Young C.C.[8] | Television film |
Theatre
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–14 | Matilda the Musical | Matilda Wormwood | Shubert Theatre 23 December 2013 – 13 September 2014 |
| 2015–16 | Fun Home | Swing | Circle in the Square Theatre 27 March 2015 – 10 September 2016 |
| Small Alison |
References
- 1 2 Purcell, Carey. "The Life of Fun Home's 12-Year-Old Understudy — Covering Two Boys, One Girl and Going On at a Moment's Notice". Playbill.com. Retrieved September 4, 2016.
- ↑ Wetherell, Lauren. "Gabriella Pizzolo: from Schenectady to Broadway". timesunion.com. Times Union. Retrieved September 4, 2016.
- 1 2 Isenhart, Rebecca. "Playing Matilda on Broadway is unforgettable". yourniskayuna.com. Your Niskayuna. Retrieved September 4, 2016.
- 1 2 Hollander, Sophia. "For the New Matildas, a Shared Spotlight". wsj.com. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 4, 2016.
- ↑ Lloyd Webber, Imogen. "Odds & Ends: Watch Josh Groban & Kelly Clarkson Share One Love, Check Out Gabriella Pizzolo's 'Ring of Keys' & More", Broadway.com, November 3, 2015, accessed September 5, 2016
- ↑ Bunster, Kate. "Gabriella Pizzolo: From Broadway to White House". yourniskayuna.com. Your Niskayuna. Retrieved September 4, 2016.
- ↑ Paulson, Michael (June 21, 2016). "'Fun Home' to Close in September". The New York Times.
- ↑ "Fun Home's Gabriella Pizzolo and More Join Idina Menzel in Beaches Remake". theatermania.com. Theater Mania. Retrieved September 4, 2016.
External links
- Pizzolo interview, Broadway.com (2015)
- Pizzolo sings "Ring of Keys" at 5:30 (2015)
- Pizzolo sings the U.S. national anthem at an NFL game (2015)