Sarah
Ohlson
Actor
Singer
Dancer
Hi! I’m Sarah, and I’m an actor originally from Palo Alto, CA. I recently graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Theatre, Business, and Musical Theatre.
In school I grew passionate about new work, participating in readings with the American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) including Adam Gwon and Michele Lowe’s THE PROXY MARRIAGE (pictured right) and Jonathan Larson grant recipients Erato Kremmyda and Maggie-Kate Coleman's MARIE IN TOMORROWLAND.
Since graduation, I have worked at The Marriott in Pinkalicious, Shrek, and Holiday Inn. I'm thrilled to return this Spring in Footloose as the Ariel standby, as well as the Urleen/Bickle u/s and female ensemble swing.
This Fall, I am thrilled to join Metropolis's cast of Anything Goes as Reno Sweeney.
When I’m not performing, I love being outdoors, watching and re-watching Westworld, and hunting for the perfect gin and tonic.
ABOUT
ME!
NEWS
Marriott Theatre presents Footloose
April 17, 2019
This spring I will join the Marriott's cast of Footloose as the Ariel Standby, Urleen/Bickle u/s, and Female Ensemble Swing. I can't wait to tackle this incredible track and work on one of my favorite shows with friends old and new. Footloose will be directed by Gary Griffin, choreographed by William Carlos Angulo, and Music Directed by Ryan T. Nelson.
Brooke Astor's Last Affair Comes to CMTF
February 04, 2019
This Winter I will be playing Brooke Astor in the Chicago Music Theatre Festival's production of Brooke Astor's Last Affair, running February Feb 4th -22nd. I love exploring new theatrical works and helping bring new art to life at every stage in the development process. For more information about this incredible festival, visit https://www.cmtf.org/.
Holiday Inn at the Marriott Theatre
December 12, 2018
I am thrilled to be joining the cast of the Marriott Theatre's Holiday Inn as Ensemble and u/s Linda Mason starting December 12th! Direct from Broadway, this production is directed by tony-nominated choreographer Denis Jones. See you in Lincolnshire this Holiday season!
87th Annual Waa-Mu Show: Manhattan Miracle
May 12, 2018
I will perform in my final iteration of The Waa-Mu Show titled Manhattan Miracle this May. I have also served as a Co-Chair for this year's production.
New York Showcase
I will be performing in both the acting and musical theatre portions of Northwestern's New York Showcase! The showcase will be March 27th at 5PM and 28th at 12PM at the Second Stage Theater.
If you're interested in attending, please don't hesitate to contact me!
Marie in Tomorrowland
Catch me this February in AMTP's new musical reading of Marie in Tomorrowland, directed by Sam Pinkleton (Natasha/Pierre). Marie in Tomorrowland is written by the Larson Grant recipients Erato A. Kremmyda (music) and Maggie-Kate Coleman (book & lyrics). This reading will be music directed by Dr. Ryan T Nelson. The best part? This reading is free!
RESUME
Sarah Ohlson
650-388-6752
Mezzo-Soprano
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Blonde
Regional Theatre
Anything Goes* Reno Sweeney Metropolis PAC
d. Gary Griffin | c. William Carlos Angulo
Footloose Ariel standby, Marriott Theatre
u/s Urleen, female swing d. Gary Griffin | c. William Carlos Angulo
Holiday Inn Linda Mason u/s, Marriott Theatre
Ensemble d. and c. Denis Jonesd
Shrek Pig 3, Ensemble Marriott Theatre
d. Scott Weinstein | c. William Carlos Angulo
Pinkalicious Alison/Dr. Wink u/s Marriott Theatre
d. and c. Amanda Tanguay
Educational Theatre
Company Susan Northwestern Mainstage
d. William Brown | c. William Angulo
Ragtime Mother Northwestern University
d. Michael Herwitz
The Great Gatsby Jordan Baker Northwestern Mainstage
d. Michael Cotey | c. Jeff Hancock
The Who’s Tommy Specialist Northwestern Mainstage
d. Geoff Button
Readings, Concerts, and New Work
Brooke Astor's Last Affair Brooke Astor Chicago Music Theatre Festival
By Eric Grunin & Rachel Migler
d. Nic Thornton
A Starry Night Soloist Commfest: Hosted by Stephen Colbert
d. Peter Flynn & Don Weiner
Marie in Tomorrowland Marie Curie Northwestern Mainstage
By Erato Kremmyda &Maggie-Kate Coleman
d. Sam Pinkleton
The Proxy Marriage Bridey Taylor (lead) American Music Theatre Project
By Adam Gwon & Michele Lowe
d. Nick Bowling
Waa-Mu: Manhattan Miracle Annie Kemp Bowler Northwestern Mainstage
d. Stephen Schellhardt | c. Amanda Tanguay
This is Modern Art Selena Northwestern University
d. Shawn Douglass
*denotes current/upcoming, **denotes replacement
TV/Film
Kid Bytes (5 episodes) Sarah PennTV Channel 26
Dir. Eron Block
Dosed Choir Singer HWN Studios
Dir. Barack Goldman
Education & Training
Northwestern University BA in Theatre, Musical Theatre, Business
Acting Gail Shapiro, David Catlin, Cindy Gold, Kate Fry
Music Theatre Amanda Dehnert, Stephen Schellhardt
Voice and Music Roberta Duchak, Melissa Foster, Kelli McHugh, Ryan Nelson
Movement and Dance Shanna VanDerwerker, Jeff Hancock, Tommy Rapley, Matt Hawkins
On-Camera Michael McCracken
NHSI “Cherubs” Program Lynn Baber, Jeff Parker, Cody Estle, Krista Apple-Hodge
Special Skills & Experience
Sight reading & tonal memory training; Ear for dialect; Vocal Arranging; Forward roll, Bb trumpet,
Paskal Rudnicke Casting Intern; 87th Annual Waa-Mu Show Co-Chair, Barre Instructor (The Barre Code).
Gallery
MEDIA
Trailer - Shrek at The Marriott Theatre
"Banker's Bargain - Manhattan Miracle at Northwestern University
"What's the Buzz" - Beyond Belief at Northwestern University
Reviews
Shrek the musical
“Fourteen of Chicago’s most likably talented young triple threats create the magic in this ensemble-driven production, often playing many different roles...The brilliant, multitalented ensemble also includes…Sarah Ohlson.” - Highly Recommended, Chicago Theatre Review, Colin Douglas.
“Leave it to Marriott Theatre and their staff to bring a huge musical to their in-the-round- stage with just the right touch…The ensemble is delightful, changing costumes and characters in seconds… They are terrific!” 5 out of 5 Stars, Alan Bresloff, Around the Town Chicago
Holiday inn
“[A] stellar 16-member ensemble.” - Recommended, Kerry Reid, Chicago Tribune
“The show’s ensemble of dancer-singers is exceptionally skillful and attractive…You could not wish for a more ideal alternative to the familiar “holiday show lineup.” - Highly Recommended, Hedy Weiss, WTTW
“The show’s ensemble of dancer-singers is exceptionally skillful and attractive…You could not wish for a more ideal alternative to the familiar “holiday show lineup.” - Highly Recommended, Hedy Weiss, WTTW
“An uplifting evening of wonderful music performed by an energetic and talented cast of players…A tip of the hat to [the ensemble].”
4 Stars, Alan Bresloff, Around the Town Chicago.
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contact
Tel: 650.388.6752