Amanda Jane Cooper

Amanda Jane Cooper, born in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, USA, developed her acting career through a combination of academic training and professional engagements. She earned a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, which provided a foundation for her subsequent work across various media. Her early career included roles in television series such as “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” in 2012, where she played Lisa Kravitz, and “Glee,” appearing as Beatrice McClain the same year. In 2013, she featured in “Bones” as Courtney Johnson, “Hello Ladies” as the Red-Headed Girl, and Disney’s “Jessie” as Susan Channing. She also took on roles in films like “Cavemen” as Beth in 2013. These early experiences provided her with exposure to diverse genres and production environments, contributing to her development as an actress.

Cooper’s career continued to expand with further television appearances, including “Masters of Sex” in 2013 and “The Michaels” in 2014, a television movie where she portrayed Lori. The same year, she was cast as Eyelet in three episodes of ABC’s “Selfie,” a significant role that showcased her comedic timing. A turning point in her career was her involvement with the musical “Wicked.” She first played Glinda in the national tour in 2011, a role she reprised in the second national tour in 2016 and ultimately made her Broadway debut as Glinda in the original Broadway production. Her portrayal of Glinda garnered significant attention, including a performance for First Lady Michelle Obama at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

In addition to her acting, Amanda Jane Cooper has also engaged in creative roles behind the camera. In 2018, she served as a creator and director for the TV series “A Little Sparkle: Backstage at ‘Wicked’ with Amanda Jane Cooper,” contributing to two episodes as both a writer and shot by. Her more recent acting credits include the 2020 film “First One In,” where she played Emily, and a guest appearance as Sherry Wagner in “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” in the same year. Her consistent work across different platforms highlights her versatility and commitment to acting.