Amy McAllister, a talented and multifaceted individual, hails from Ireland, specifically the working-class housing project of Tallaght, situated on the outskirts of Dublin.
With a strong foundation in the arts, McAllister made her mark in the feature film world with her debut in the critically acclaimed Philomena (2013),starring the esteemed Judi Dench and Steve Coogan, and earning a BAFTA award in the process.
Before transitioning to the small screen, McAllister initially gained television recognition through her appearance in the beloved BBC drama Call the Midwife (2012).
Since then, she has continued to impress audiences with her versatility, taking on roles in a diverse range of television projects, including A Discovery of Witches (2018),Breeders (2020),There She Goes (2018),Witless (2016),and Miss Scarlet (2020).
In addition to her television work, McAllister has also demonstrated her expertise in the realm of theatre, collaborating with esteemed companies such as Soho Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Abbey, the Bush, the Arcola, and the Royal Court, across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Sweden, and Australia.
As a poet, Amy has had the privilege of performing at prestigious venues like the Royal Albert Hall, Udderbelly, the Royal Festival Hall, and the European Poetry Slam Final in Berlin.
Amy McAllister's training at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama has undoubtedly played a significant role in her development as a performer, and she currently resides in London.
