Sophie Kauer is a multifaceted British-German artist, exceling in both the realms of acting and music. Her remarkable journey began with an international casting call, where she was discovered by renowned talent agent Avy Kaufman.
Making a striking debut in Todd Field's critically acclaimed film TÁR (2022),starring the incomparable Cate Blanchett, Sophie Kauer's portrayal of Russian Cellist Olga Metkina garnered widespread acclaim. Critics praised her performance as 'a standout' (The Face),'cene-stealing' (Variety),and 'tar-making' (TotalFilm). The legendary composer John Williams himself described Sophie as 'an extraordinary actor and consummate musician'.
Sophie's impressive acting debut earned her a Best Supporting Actress award and recognition as a Breakthrough nominee for the 2023 South Bank Sky Arts Awards. Her talent did not go unnoticed, as she was named 'One to Watch' by People Magazine and a 'Rising Star of Stage and Screen for 2023' by the Evening Standard.
Beyond her acting career, Sophie is also a gifted concert cellist, captivating audiences worldwide with her solo performances. Her debut EP, Unsung, released by Deutsche Grammophon, achieved the remarkable feat of reaching no 1 on the Classical On-Demand Audio Streaming Chart, making her the youngest artist to achieve this milestone. Sophie has been recognized as a Classic FM 'Rising Star' and has received a nomination for an Opus Klassik Award.
