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Susannah Flood
Flood in 2026
Born (1982-06-30) June 30, 1982 (age 43)
New York City, New York, U.S.
EducationUniversity of California, Berkeley (BA)
Brown University (MFA)
OccupationActress
Years active2008-present

Susannah Winnifred Flood (born June 30, 1982) is an American actress known for her work in the theatre.[1]

Early life and education

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Flood is the daughter of Peter Gosnell Flood, an acting teacher and lifetime member of the Actors Studio.[2] Prior to his marriage to her mother, Virginia, he was married to musical theatre actress Betty Buckley from 1972 until 1979. Flood spent her early years in New York City and Los Angeles.[3]

She studied English at the University of California, Berkeley and went on to earn a Master of Fine Arts in Acting from Brown University, graduating in 2007.[4]

Career

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Flood is known for her work Off-Broadway, originating roles in new plays. In 2023, she originated the role of Caitlin in The Comeuppance by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. In 2024, she played the role of Mina in Abe Koogler's Staff Meal.[5]

She made her Broadway debut in 2016, playing the role of Dunyasha in The Cherry Orchard. In 2022, she returned to Broadway in the new play Birthday Candles, playing multiple roles. In 2025, Flood played the lead role of Lizzie in Liberation by Bess Wohl directed by Whitney White. Flood starred in the original Off-Broadway production from January 31, 2025, through March 30, 2025, continuing on to Broadway from October 8, 2025, until the play closed on February 1, 2026.[6]

On television, she played Ann, the sister of Amy Schumer's character on Life & Beth and Kate Littlejohn in the television series For The People.[7][8] On film, she played Dorothy in The Chronology of Water, directed by Kristen Stewart.

Stage credits

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Year Title Role Venue Ref.
2012 Tribes Sylvia (replacement) Off-Broadway, Barrow Street Theatre [9]
2013 Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play Performer Off-Broadway, Playwrights Horizons [10]
2014 Love and Information Off-Broadway, New York Theatre Workshop [11]
2016 The Effect Connie Off-Broadway, Barrow Street Theatre [12]
The Cherry Orchard Dunyasha Broadway, American Airlines Theatre [13][14]
2018 Nassim Guest Performer Off-Broadway, Barrow Street Theatre [15]
2019 Make Believe Performer Off-Broadway, Second Stage Theatre [16]
2022 Birthday Candles Alice/ Madeline/ Ernie Broadway, Todd Haimes Theatre [17]
2023 The Comeuppance Caitlin Off-Broadway, Signature Theatre Company [18]
2024 Staff Meal Mina Off-Broadway, Playwrights Horizons [19]
The Counter Katie Off-Broadway, Laura Pels Theatre [20]
2025 Liberation Lizzie [21][22]
Broadway, James Earl Jones Theatre

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Work Result Ref.
2025 Lucille Lortel Award Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play Liberation Nominated [23]
Drama Desk Award Ensemble Award Won [24][25]
New York Drama Critics Circle Best Ensemble Won [26]
2026 Drama League Award Distinguished Performance Nominated [27][28]
Tony Award Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Play Nominated [29]

References

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  1. ^ Levitt, Hayley (2025-10-29). "Interview: Susannah Flood on the Sanctity of Strange Theater and the Audacity of Liberation". TheaterMania. Retrieved 2026-04-04.
  2. ^ "Moose On The Loose - Westbill" (PDF). Theatre West. 2022.
  3. ^ Sicha, Choire (2008-06-15). "With Betty Buckley". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2026-04-04.
  4. ^ "Class of 2007". Brown Trinity MFA Program. Retrieved 2026-04-04.
  5. ^ Sblendorio, Marissa. "BWW Interview: Susannah Flood Talks Role in THE EFFECT and What It's Like Working With David Cromer". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2026-04-04.
  6. ^ "Susannah Flood". Playbill. Retrieved 3 April 2026.
  7. ^ "Susannah Flood". WNYC Studios. Retrieved 2026-04-04.
  8. ^ "Susannah Flood Biography". Broadway.com - Broadway Buzz. Retrieved 2026-04-04.
  9. ^ Hetrick, Adam (January 20, 2013). "Off-Broadway Hit Drama Tribes Ends Record-Breaking Run Jan. 20; L.A. Is Next". Playbill. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  10. ^ Fullerton, Krissie (September 5, 2013). "PHOTO CALL: A Look at Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play, Featuring Quincy Tyler Bernstine, at Playwrights Horizons". Playbill. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  11. ^ "Love and Information". New York Theatre Workshop. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  12. ^ Brantley, Ben (March 20, 2016). "Review: 'The Effect,' About Falling in Love While Taking Antidepressants". The New York Times. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  13. ^ "The Cherry Orchard". Roundabout Theatre Company. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  14. ^ "Susannah Flood". New York Theatre Guide. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  15. ^ Clement, Olivia (March 7, 2019). "Zachary Quinto, Tedra Millan and More Join the Lineup for Off-Broadway's Nassim". Playbill. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  16. ^ BWW News Desk (May 14, 2019). "Susannah Flood, Samantha Mathis and More to Star in MAKE BELIEVE". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  17. ^ "Birthday Candles". Roundabout Theatre Company. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  18. ^ "The Comeuppance". Signature Theatre. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  19. ^ Macdonald, Colin (May 3, 2024). "Staff Meal". OffOffOnline. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  20. ^ King, Darryn (August 7, 2024). "Anthony Edwards, Susannah Flood and Amy Warren to Star in Roundabout's The Counter". Broadway.com. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  21. ^ Reinstein, Mara (October 20, 2025). "Susannah Flood Turns Liberation Into a Full-Body Experience on Broadway". Broadway.com. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  22. ^ Levitt, Hayley (October 29, 2025). "Interview: Susannah Flood on the Sanctity of Strange Theater and the Audacity of Liberation". TheaterMania. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  23. ^ Culwell-Block, Logan (4 May 2025). "Our Class Leads 2025 Lucille Lortel Award Wins; Read the Complete List Here". Playbill. Retrieved 25 April 2026.
  24. ^ "2025 Awards – Nominees and Recipients". Drama Desk. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  25. ^ Logan Culwell-Block (June 1, 2025). "Drama Desk Award Winners 2025: The Full List". Playbill. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
  26. ^ Culwell-Block, Logan (May 6, 2025). "'Maybe Happy Ending,' 'Purpose' Win New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards; See the Full List of Winners". Playbill. Retrieved 2026-04-25.
  27. ^ Gans, Andrew (April 20, 2026). "2026 Drama League Awards Nominations Are Out; Read the Full List". Playbill. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
  28. ^ Hipes, Patrick (April 20, 2026). "Daniel Radcliffe, Luke Evans Among Drama League Award Nominees". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-04-20.
  29. ^ "Tony Awards Nominations 2026: Full List and Highlights". The New York Times. May 5, 2026. Retrieved May 9, 2026.
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