Sophia Gennusa

Sophia Elizabeth Gennusa (born October 20, 2003) is an American actress most known for playing the title role of Matilda Wormwood, in the original Broadway cast of Matilda the Musical,[1][2][3] and Hannah Shepherd in The Enemy Within.

[4][5] Gennusa is best known for debuting the role of Matilda Wormwood in the Broadway production of Matilda[1][2][3] alongside Bailey Ryon,[2] Oona Laurence,[2] and Milly Shapiro[2] at the Shubert Theatre.

[8] Gennusa frequently performs in benefit concerts and cabarets, and as of 2016 is the singer of the theme song for Sesame Street.

In 2019, Gennusa began a recurring role on The Enemy Within as Hannah Shepherd.

She later won a Tony Honor with Oona Laurence, Milly Shapiro, and Bailey Ryon for their outstanding Broadway debut in the show.