Soprano
Tony-nominated musical theatre performer who originated the role of Eliza Hamilton in Lin-Manuel Miranda's revolutionary Hamilton, bringing crystalline soprano brilliance and luminous stage presence to Broadway's defining contemporary work.
Defining moments and milestones
Phillipa Soo's ascent to Broadway prominence began with her originating performance as Eliza Hamilton in Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton, a role that became iconic and earned her a Tony Award nomination, establishing her as a leading voice in contemporary musical theatre. Following this breakthrough, she has maintained a consistently prestigious career across Broadway's most ambitious productions, including Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods and the Lincoln Center Theater revival of Camelot, demonstrating both vocal sophistication and emotional depth. Her crystalline soprano and luminous stage presence have made her an essential interpreter of both contemporary works and classical roles, securing her position among Broadway's most distinguished performers.
Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical for originating the role of Eliza Hamilton in Hamilton (2016)
Carnegie Mellon University (BFA, Drama)
Recordings featuring Phillipa Soo in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.