Sarah is originally from Cork, Ireland, and she underwent rigorous training in Dublin, where she graduated from the esteemed Gaiety School of Acting in 2006. Her impressive academic background laid the foundation for her subsequent successful career in the entertainment industry.
Sarah's notable theatre credits include her iconic portrayal of Helen McCormick (Slippy Helen) opposite Daniel Radcliffe as Billy Claven in Martin McDonagh's critically acclaimed production, The Cripple of Inishmaan, directed by Michael Grandage at the Cort Theatre on Broadway, New York City. Her outstanding performance earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Featured Role in 2014, in addition to a nomination for an Olivier Award in 2013 during the show's West End run. Sarah was also awarded the 2014 World Theater Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut.
Other notable theatre credits include her performances in Rough Magic's production of PEER GYNT for the Dublin Theatre Festival 2011, her acclaimed portrayal of Alice in thisispopbaby's and the Abbey Theatre's hugely successful production ALICE INFUNDERLAND in 2012, and her roles in ELLEMENOPE JONES, directed by Wayne Jordan at The Project Arts Centre, Dublin in 2011. Sarah has also appeared as Sorcha in Paul Howard's play BETWEEN FOXROCK AND A HARDPLACE at the Gaiety Theatre, Dublin and Cork Opera House, and as Ismene in Rough Magic's production of PHAEDRA by Hilary Fannin, directed by Lynne Parker as part of the Dublin Theatre Festival.
Sarah's filmography is equally impressive, with notable roles in the feature film NOBLE, where she stars alongside Deirdre O'Kane, Liam Cunningham, and Brendan Coyle, and has already won awards at various film festivals. She has also appeared in the films RAW, EDEN, SPEED DATING, BACHELOR'S WALK, and LOVE AND SAVAGERY, as well as the television series VIKINGS, where she played the role of Judith in three episodes.
In addition to her film and theatre work, Sarah has also appeared in various television productions, including RAW, EDEN, SPEED DATING, BACHELOR'S WALK, and LOVE AND SAVAGERY, and has had recurring roles in the television series VIKINGS.
