Olivier Nominee: Theatre Opened My World Like Narnia

Rosie Sheehy, a Welsh actress, has received her second Olivier Award nomination for her role in 'Guess How Much I Love You?'. This recognition follows a transformative experience at 16 when attending a play for the first time ignited her passion for acting. Sheehy describes this moment as discovering 'Narnia,' which expanded her imagination and led her to pursue a career in theatre, eventually studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

Her performance in the play, opposite Rob Aramayo, portrays a couple facing devastating news. Sheehy acknowledges the emotional toll of performing such a sensitive story eight times a week. She emphasizes the responsibility of portraying the narrative truthfully and with due weight, while also prioritizing her own mental and physical well-being.

Sheehy, originally from Port Talbot, is a strong advocate for making theatre more accessible to all communities, particularly working-class youth. She believes theatre can be life-changing and is passionate about opening doors for aspiring actors and creatives from less privileged backgrounds. She has also begun learning Welsh, inspired by her peers at RADA.

Her next project involves a transition to screen with the period film 'The Custom Of The Country,' co-starring Sydney Sweeney and Leo Woodall. The Olivier Awards ceremony is scheduled for April 12 at the Royal Albert Hall in London.