BIO: Sarah Hay
Early Life and Background
Sarah Hay, born on September 3, 1987, in Princeton, New Jersey, is an American actress and ballet dancer. She received her formal ballet training at the School of American Ballet in New York City. Prior to focusing on acting, Hay had a successful career as a professional ballet dancer, performing with several companies.
Ballet Career
Hay danced professionally with major ballet companies, including Semperoper Ballett in Dresden, Germany. Her classical ballet training and experience significantly influenced her transition into acting, particularly in roles requiring physical precision and expressiveness.
Acting Career
Hay began her acting career with a focus on roles that utilized her dance background. Her breakthrough role came in the Starz miniseries “Flesh and Bone.”
Notable Works
- Flesh and Bone (2015): Hay starred as Claire Robbins, a talented but troubled ballerina who joins a prestigious ballet company in New York City. Her performance garnered critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination.
- Black Swan (2010): This was one of her initial appearances in film, utilizing her ballet skills.
- I’m Dying Up Here (2017-2018): She had a recurring role as Tanya in the Showtime series about the 1970s Los Angeles stand-up comedy scene.
- Room 104 (2019): Hay appeared in an episode of the HBO anthology series.
- Birds of Paradise (2021): She plays Madame Brunelle in this Amazon Prime Video film about ballet.
Achievements and Recognition
- Golden Globe Nomination for Best Actress – Miniseries or Television Film for “Flesh and Bone” (2016).
Filmography (Selected)
- Black Swan (2010)
- Flesh and Bone (2015)
- I’m Dying Up Here (2017-2018)
- Room 104 (2019)
- Birds of Paradise (2021)