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Since graduating from the BA(Hons) Rose Bruford Acting course, I have been lucky enough to be a part of many wonderful shows. Specialising in immersive and interactive theatre, I also have experience in children's theatre, Shakespeare & Classical Text, commercials, short films, voiceovers, physical theatre and devising. You can check out pictures, videos and reviews of my work below, as well as what I'm up to at the moment.
©Rebecca Oliver
Current Production: 'WHO LET THE GODS OUT?' by Maz Evans at Polka Theatre.
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CURRENT/RECENT WORK
Who Let The Gods Out?
Who Let The Gods Out?
Who Let The Gods Out?
Playing PATRICIA PORSHLEY PLUM/JOSIE MUM/QUEEN in Polka Theatre's Musical, 'Who Let The Gods Out?'.
Elliot Hooper’s life is highly suboptimal. His mum isn’t very well, his posh neighbour is trying to steal his home and he has ever so slightly unleashed an evil death daemon into the world… Luckily (according to her), the constellation Virgo has crash landed in his dungheap and with the help of a legendary family of ancient Greek Gods, Elliot is on a quest to save THE world. But can he save HIS world too…?
With book and lyrics by bestselling author Maz Evans, this first adventure in the brilliant ‘Who Let The Gods Out’ series is brought to life in a hilarious brand-new stage musical.
Storehouse
Who Let The Gods Out?
Who Let The Gods Out?
Playing LIZZIE in 'STOREHOUSE' with bold new company Sage & Jester.
In Storehouse you’ll uncover a sprawling, hidden archive, built to house every news story, message, memory and meme ever transmitted across digital networks the world over since the dawn of the internet in 1983.
"Some actors bring a little more depth to their character, especially Harriett O’Grady as a stacker"
The Guardian
"The performers for my group were a highlight... including Harriett O’ Grady as a stacker."
A Young(ish) Perspective
Robin Hood
Who the F*** Is Shakespeare?
Who the F*** Is Shakespeare?
Playing MARIAN in 'Robin Hood' at The Egg Theatre in Bath.
Writer Daniel Bye's thrilling new adaptation of the legend of Robin Hood pulses with the irrepressible spirit of youthful friendships and the quest for a fairer world, igniting this timeless tale for a new generation.
"Harriett O’Grady’s original portrayal of Marian... was the real hero of this version"
Harry Mottram
"We get a sort of mother of the forest in Harriett O’Grady's Marian"
The Bath Voice
Who the F*** Is Shakespeare?
Who the F*** Is Shakespeare?
Who the F*** Is Shakespeare?
Touring as CLEOPATRA in 'Who the F*** is Shakespeare?' with 20 Stories High.
Following a sell-out run, four of Shakespeare’s (in)famous characters are back for a national tour, ready to tell their side of the story.
"so powerfully constructed, every sentence flows effortlessly, no word is wasted, no controversy ignored"
Bianca Reviews
"Harriett O’Grady oozes class as Cleopatra, finding both the vulnerability and strength of a queen and woman"
The QR
"What a fantastic character. Felt really personal" "Very persuasive.... Loved her!" "She is BADASS"
Audience Members, PEAKY BLINDERS: THE RISE
my work in videos
Showreel
A collection of some of my most recent work.
Robin Hood at the Egg - Trailer
Playing Marian in this thrilling new retelling of Robin Hood.
Who The F*** Is Shakespeare? - Trailer
Playing CLEOPATRA in 'Who The F*** Is Shakespeare?' With 20 Stories High.
Dr Who: Time Fracture
A trailer filmed for Immersive Everywhere's production of 'Dr Who: Time Fracture'.
United Nations: ONU II
An example of the UN's French language level 2 for their website.
Empire of Shadows
Shot by the CJ Collective
Mary Seacole for National Portrait Gallery: The Re-Opening
Recreating some of the most well-loved portraits for the NPG's grand re-opening. ©Frederick Goff
BRUTUS - Julius Caesar
'It must be by his death.' Act 2, Scene 1
STOREHOUSE - Trailer
Playing LIZZIE in Sage & Jester's STOREHOUSE.
REVIEWS - Richard III
"Assistant director Harriett O’Grady... slipped into the role with calm confidence and, impressively, completely off book."
"Assistant director Harriett O’Grady... slipped into the role with calm confidence and, impressively, completely off book."
"Assistant director Harriett O’Grady... slipped into the role with calm confidence and, impressively, completely off book."
ARTS CITY LIVERPOOL
" a last-minute fill-in... Harriett O’Grady (who does a sterling job, without even a script in hand)"
"Assistant director Harriett O’Grady... slipped into the role with calm confidence and, impressively, completely off book."
"Assistant director Harriett O’Grady... slipped into the role with calm confidence and, impressively, completely off book."
ARIFA AKBAR, THE GUARDIAN
"Harriett O'Grady... Finds humanity in Hasting's final moments"
"Assistant director Harriett O’Grady... slipped into the role with calm confidence and, impressively, completely off book."
"A special mention to Harriett O’Grady who gave a composed performance as a late stand-in"
DOMINIC MAXWELL, THE TIMES
"A special mention to Harriett O’Grady who gave a composed performance as a late stand-in"
"Assistant director Harriett O’Grady... slipped into the role with calm confidence and, impressively, completely off book."
"A special mention to Harriett O’Grady who gave a composed performance as a late stand-in"
MARK DAVOREN, NORTH WEST END
my work in pictures
Lizzie in STOREHOUSE