Anna Zavelson
Anna Zavelson | |
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Zavelson in 2025 | |
| Born | 2003-2004 |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan (BFA) |
| Occupations | Actress and singer |
| Years active | 2017–present |
Anna Zavelson (born 2003–2004)[1] is an American actress and singer. She is known for her roles on the Broadway stages.
Early life
Zavelson is from Texas. She is Japanese-American and Jewish.[2] She was inspired to pursue theatre after performing in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in first grade.[3]
Career
Zavelson made her screen debut in the science-fiction television show Revolution. When she was in seventh grade, she played May Dempsey in 13 Reasons Why.[4][5]
In 2023, she made her professional New York stage debut as Clara Johnson in Encores! production of The Light in the Piazza, alongside Ruthie Ann Miles.[2] The following year, she went on to make her Broadway debut as a replacement Younger Allie in The Notebook.[6]
Zavelson was one of the original actresses to play Christine Daaé in the immersive, Off-Broadway adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera, Masquerade.[7] In February 2026, she departed the role to join Roundabout Theatre Company's world premiere of the play Chinese Republicans.[8]
In May 2026, Zavelson was announced to play Christine Daaé in the West End production of The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre in London. She is scheduled to appear in the role for a limited 11-week engagement from 18 May to 1 August 2026.[9]
Stage
| Year | Title | Role | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Light in the Piazza | Clara Johnson | New York City Center, Off-Broadway |
| 2024 | The Notebook | Younger Allie | Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, Broadway |
| 2025–2026 | Masquerade | Christine Daaé | Lee's Art Shop, Off-Broadway |
| 2026 | Chinese Republicans | Katie | Laura Pels Theater, Off-Broadway |
| 2026 | The Phantom of the Opera | Christine Daaé | His Majesty’s Theatre |
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Jimmy Award | Best Performance by an Actress | Anastasia | Finalist |
| 2024 | Clive Barnes Award | The Light in the Piazza | Won |
References
- ^ "Theatrely31: The Inaugural Class". Theatrely.
- ^ a b Stevens, Matt. "Revisiting 'The Light in the Piazza' Through an Asian American Lens". The New York Times.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link) - ^ Brunner, Jeryl. "She's Starring In The Role Of A Lifetime In 'The Light In The Piazza". Forbes.
- ^ Christi, A.A. "Anna Zavelson And More Named 14th Annual Clive Barnes Award Winners".
- ^ Gregerson, Priya. "'13 Reasons Why' star reflects on acting experiences". Vandegrift Voice.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan. "Anna Zavelson and Benji Santiago Will Make Their Broadway Debuts in The Notebook". Playbill.
- ^ Rosky, Nicole. "Anna Zavelson, Telly Leung, Kyle Scatliffe & More Will Star in MASQUERADE". BroadwayWorld.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan. "Anna Zavelson, Jodi Long, Jully Lee, More Join Chinese Republicans Off-Broadway". Playbill.
- ^ "Broadway star Anna Zavelson to join The Phantom of the Opera". WhatsOnStage. 5 May 2026.