Jump to content

Draft:Elizabeth Dulau

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Elizabeth Dulau
Born1995 (1995)
London, United Kingdom
EducationUniversity of Nottingham, RADA
OccupationActress
Years active2020-present
Relativessister

Elizabeth Dulau (born 1995) is a British actress. On television, she is best known for her role as the gallery assistant and spy Kleya Marki in the Disney+ Star Wars series Andor (2022-2025),[1][2][3][4] and Dr. Louise Pennycook in the ITV series Maternal (2023).[5]

Early life and education

[edit]

Born in London, Dulau earned a bachelor's degree in environmental science from the University of Nottingham.[6] She then began attending the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, where she graduated in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in Acting (H Level).[7] While a student at RADA, Dulau appeared in stage productions of various plays, including The Importance of Being Earnest, Julius Caesar, King Lear, The Laramie Project, The Oresteia, The Provoked Wife, and Stoning Mary.[8]

Career

[edit]

Shortly after her graduation, Dulau earned her first onscreen credits by appearing in a pair of film shorts, Hard Pass and Grapes[9], both of which she co-starred with Saura Lightfoot-Leon, who graduated in the same class with Dulau from RADA.[10] Later in 2020, Dulau was cast as Kleya Marki in the Star Wars spy thriller, Andor (2022).[11][12] According to showrunner Tony Gilroy, Dulau's talent was recognized by renowned Star Wars casting director Nina Gold, and she was tabbed for the role of Kleya Marki after two more-established actresses had previously backed out of the role.[13] Marki is the assistant and enforcer to rebel spymaster Luthen Rael, played by Stellan Skarsgård, with whom Dulau auditioned with.[14][15] After appearing in seven episodes of the first season, Dulau reprised the character in series' second and final season in 2025, appearing in nine episodes and taking on an expanded role.[16][17][12][18] Dulau's performance in season 2 drew a positive critical reception.[19][20][21]

Following production of the first season of Andor, Dulau made her television debut in April 2022 with guest appearances in two episodes of the BBC One/HBO series Gentleman Jack. She also made a guest spot in the Season 2 premiere of the BBC One/Amazon Prime dark comedy series The Outlaws. that aired in June 2022.

Dulau then joined the cast of the ITV drama Maternal, which aired in early 2023. Playing Dr. Louise Pennycook, Dulau appeared in all six episodes of series' only season. Later in 2023, Dulau played a supporting role in the Netflix historical drama miniseries All the Light We Cannot See.[22] She also provided the voice of the Piebald Deer in the movie musical Wicked[23] for her feature film debut and is due to appear again on Netflix in another historical drama miniseries House of Guinness, set to be released in 2025.[24]

In 2021, Dulau made her professional stage debut at the Young Vic Theatre where she played the role of Yolandi in the play Klippies. Three years later, she performed as Ida in the Australian play The Bleeding Tree at the Southwark Playhouse.[25]

Filmography

[edit]

Film & Television

[edit]
Year Title Role Notes
2020 Grapes Nina Short film
2020 Hard Pass Short film
2022 Andor Kleya Marki 16 episodes
Gentleman Jack Catherine Rawson 2 episodes
The Outlaws Lesley 1 episode
2023 Maternal Dr. Louise Pennycook 6 episodes
All the Light We Cannot See Jacqueline Blanchart 2 episodes
2024 Wicked Piebald Deer voice role
2025 House of Guinness Lady Henrietta (upcoming)
[edit]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ Murray, Noel (2025-04-21). "'Andor' Is Back. Here Is a Recap of Season 1". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
  2. ^ Loofbourow, Lili; Patel, Kasha; Yahr, Emily; Scribner, Herb (2025-04-22). "Review | What does it take to beat an evil empire? 'Andor' knows". The Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
  3. ^ Moreau, Jordan (2025-04-23). "'Andor' Season 2 Cast Guide: Who's Who in the 'Star Wars' Prequel Series?". Variety. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
  4. ^ Tan, Azrin (2025-04-27). "Elizabeth Dulau on playing Kleya Marki in 'Andor' Season 2". Vogue Singapore. Retrieved 2025-04-28.
  5. ^ "'Maternal'". IMDb. 2025-05-14. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
  6. ^ "Elizabeth Dulau: 'Kleya Can't Afford The Luxury Of Being Liked'". countryandtownhouse.com. 12 May 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  7. ^ "Elizabeth Dulau-RADA". rada.ac.uk. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
  8. ^ "Everything We Know About 'Andor' Actress, Elizabeth Dulau". NedHardy.com. 1 July 2023.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  9. ^ "Elizabeth Dulau - IMDb". IMDb.com. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  10. ^ "Student & graduate profiles-RADA". rada.ac.uk. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
  11. ^ Kain, Erik. "'Andor' Episodes 4-6 Review: The Best 'Star Wars' In The Disney Era". Forbes. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  12. ^ a b Davids, Brian (2025-04-15). "'Andor' Creator Tony Gilroy Talks the Challenges of Following Up Season One's Rapturous Acclaim". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
  13. ^ "Elizabeth Dulau's Kleya is the secret 'Andor' season 2 MVP". EW.com. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  14. ^ "Andor season 2 review: Star Wars hit bows out in explosive style | Radio Times". www.radiotimes.com. Retrieved 2025-04-27.
  15. ^ Saavedra, John (2022-09-28). "Andor Cast: Meet the New Star Wars Characters". Den of Geek. Retrieved 2025-04-27.
  16. ^ Perez, Rodrigo (2025-04-21). "'Andor' S2 Review: Tony Gilroy's Searing Life During Wartime Drama Is A Triumphant & Rousing Tale About The Heartbreaking Costs Of Rebellion". The Playlist. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  17. ^ Han, Angie (2025-04-21). "'Andor' Review: Season 2 of Disney+'s 'Star Wars' Prequel Is a Testament to the Power, and Limitations, of a Great Story". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  18. ^ Hodges, Brendan (2025-04-21). ""Andor" Season 2 Is The Bleakest, Boldest & Most Brilliant "Star Wars" Has Ever Been". Next Best Picture. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  19. ^ "Elizabeth Dulau's Kleya is the secret 'Andor' season 2 MVP". EW.com. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
  20. ^ Sepinwall, Alan (2025-05-14). "'Andor' Season 2 Finale: Finding the Cost of Freedom". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
  21. ^ Lovitt, Maggie (2025-05-14). "'Andor' Season 2 Episode 10 Recap: The Final Arc Begins on a Devastating Note". Collider. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
  22. ^ "Elizabeth Dulau Credits". IMDb.com. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
  23. ^ Wicked (2024) - Elizabeth Dulau as Piebald Deer - IMDb. Retrieved 2025-04-26 – via www.imdb.com.
  24. ^ "ELIZABETH DULAU *Transformation Characters Across Star Wars, Netflix & Stage". LeMileMagazine.com. April 2025.
  25. ^ "ELIZABETH DULAU - Spotlight". May 2025.