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Allie Costa is a Los Angeles-based actor, writer, director, and singer working in film, TV, theatre, and voiceover. She always has energy to burn and a song to sing. When not performing the works of others, she's writing her own. Occasionally, she sleeps. Watch Allie's demo reels here or on IMDb. COMING ATTRACTIONS • Allie booked and filmed Quiet on Set, a twisty little film. She plays a tourist who sneaks onto a movie set and impulsively kidnaps her favorite actor. • Allie booked and recorded Please Hold, a tense thriller in which a routine customer service call slowly shifts into something deeply unnerving. Allie plays The Representative, the voice on the other end of the line. • Allie booked and filmed Seventeen, a coming-of-age film set in Hollywood. She plays an astute mathematician pursuing her PhD. • Allie booked and filmed We Take Cash, a slice-of-life film. She plays a woman torn between what she needs and what she wants. • Two Girls won the Mark McQuown Memorial Short Play Competition. In this haunting and poetic dialogue written by Allie Costa, two women emerge from a violent attack. • Three of Allie's films - Moving, Precipice, and The Truth is Out There - were selected for the Alabama International Fringe Festival, running September 18th-19th and streaming worldwide via Digital Fringe. Stream the films! • Five of Allie's scripts - Boxes Are Magic, Wrong, Breaking the Cycle, Glitter & Smoke, and Amelia, Still - will have readings at the Alabama International Fringe Festival's Couch Readings event on September 19th. • Boxes Are Magic was selected for the Act 1 Scene 1 Festival and will be performed September 19th at The Village Playbox in New Jersey. In this comedy about resilience, resistance, and the forces of nature, a woman must simultaneously contend with an unstoppable force (the outside world) and an immovable object (her cat). Written by Allie Costa, directed by Nicholas Pierron. Cast to be announced. Get tickets! • Drop in the Ocean will be produced September 21st through October 3rd in The Bahamas by Shakespeare in Paradise. On a drying-up shoreline, a down-to-earth botanist encounters a vibrant climatologist and realizes there's still hope for the world. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Arch-Cheriea Phillippa Strachan, featuring Chaneaka Bain and Mateo "Neo" Cartwright alternating with Yaa-Asantewaa Maura and Ryan Sawyer. Get tickets! • The 10th Annual Wanstead Butter Sculpting Competition will have its world premiere at Vue Cinema Leicester Square in London on September 26th. This earnest mockumentary follows a single mother who tries to overcome recent setbacks by diving headfirst into an exciting new hobby: butter sculpting. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Henriette Laursen, featuring Joanna Shubert, Margarita San Luis, Teja Mikucionyte, and Henriette Laursen. • Live a Little was selected for HystericalFest. In this heartfelt examination of the way we judge others and ourselves, a hospital administrator trying to hide her chronic illness has an unexpected conversation with a bubbly young nurse that leaves a lasting impression on them both. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Myesha-Tiara McGarner, featuring Aly Mackenzie and Blaire Prince, produced by Violet Surprise Theatre. Now that the in-person run has concluded, the festival is available to stream it from anywhere in the world. Check out the full lineup and get tickets! AUGUST 2026 • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read was screened at the HollyShorts Film Festival in Hollywood. Allie plays the larger-than-life Arts Book in this acclaimed animated film. • Don't Cut Your Nails at Night was screened at the Wild Garden Film Festival in Long Beach. Allie plays the lead character's roommate in this innovative film. • Allie recorded six demo songs for a fun new musical about a haunted theatre. • Remembrance was presented at Fenton House and Garden in London as part of Retellings Never Did Run Smooth, an evening of plays inspired by Shakespeare. After the death of his father, a grief-stricken Hamlet is plagued by psychotic delusions making him think several others have died and that he is at fault. He finds comfort in an unexpected source: the dearly not departed Ophelia. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Audie Campbell-Eby, featuring Paloma Hill and Isabel Benson. Produced by Double Star Productions, supported by the British Shakespeare Association and Fenton House. • Checkpoint was selected for Summer Night of Skits. In this quirky comedy, getting on the plane can be more stressful than the actual flight. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Damon Sanchez, featuring Rachel Hermes, Kyle Hoogervorst, and Erin McCartney. This one-night-only event was produced by Limelight Productions at The PIT in New York. • Pit Stop had a reading at the Lyceum Theatre Oldham in Manchester, England. Written by Allie Costa, this piece features two strangers who have a brief but memorable exchange. Produced by Dare to Know and In Parallel Productions as part of She Who Dares, a day-long event celebrating women creatives. • The Truth is Out There was selected for the Tiny Film Festival, held in Ann Arbor and streaming online. This energetic tribute to The X-Files was written, directed, and performed by Allie Costa. • Private Citizen had a reading at Atlanta Dramatists. When a woman's online post attracts the attention of a political zealot, her life and the lives of her loved ones are forever changed. Written by Allie Costa. JULY 2026 • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read was selected for the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival in San Diego. • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read was selected for SIGGRAPH and screened at the Computer Animation Festival in Los Angeles. • How I Knew Her wrapped up its tour in England. In this poignant story, two strangers grieving the same person cross paths in a graveyard. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Christine Peters, featuring Laura Bell and Andrew Lacey, produced by Barnstormers. JUNE 2026 • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read was selected for the 2026 BAFTA Student Awards Longlist. Allie plays the magisterial Arts Book in this remarkable animated film. • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read had its California premiere at Palm Springs International ShortFest. • Constellations was selected for the Chatting Over the Fence festival, where it was awarded The One Perfect Frame Award. Allie wrote, directed, edited, produced, and acted in the film. • Two Girls was selected for A Night of Feminist Short Plays, a festival held in Hyderabad, India. In this haunting and poetic dialogue, two women emerge from a violent attack. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Suzanne, featuring Tabassum and Suzanne. • How I Knew Her will be touring various venues in England from late June through mid-July. In this poignant story, two strangers grieving the same person cross paths in a graveyard. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Christine Peters, featuring Laura Bell and Andrew Lacey, produced by Barnstormers Pop-Up Plays. • This Provincial Life was selected for Bluebird Salon and had a reading in Brooklyn. In this timely dramedy, a married couple considers their personal and political future. Written by Allie Costa, featuring Hallie Chametzky and Amanda Stamm, produced by Bluebird Theatre Company. • Metatheatrical had its premiere at Gi60 Houston. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Elisa Diehl, featuring Madison Wesley and Raphael Nettles as two friends who realize it's best not to be late getting to the theatre. • Wayward and Piece of Cake were both selected for Found Company, a day of staged readings curated by Mission StageWorks, held at Eclectic Box in San Francisco. Wayward is a witchy comedy inspired by the Scottish play, while Piece of Cake is a comedy about food and family. Both scripts were written by Allie Costa. • Mermaid Story had another wave of interest online. This short film about a house that doesn't feel like home was written, directed, and performed by Allie Costa. MAY 2026 • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read was selected for the Cannes Film Festival, where it won Best Student Film after screening at the Emerging Filmmaker Showcase. Allie plays the larger-than-life Arts Book in this heartwarming animated film. • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read was screened at the Seattle International Film Festival. • Scintilla wrapped production. Allie plays an animated character in this live-action film about grief and forgiveness. APRIL 2026 • Allie booked and filmed A Beautiful Tomorrow, a dramatic sci-fi movie. She plays Bella Jones, a tenacious, confident reporter. • Allie booked and recorded a fun animated role in Scintilla, a film about life, love, and loss. • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read had its world premiere at the Guadalajara International Film Festival. It was the only animated film selected for the festival's Made in Jalisco section. Allie plays the Arts Book in this heartwarming film. • Stream Allie's episode of Tell Me What Happened whenever you listen to podcasts, including Apple and Spotify. • Allie sang in a livestreamed concert fundraiser for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. • Allie's voice was heard as multiple characters in Overeager, a new play presented at Brooklyn Art Haus. • Femme Noir was presented at a special event at Golden Goose Theatre in London. Set in 1944, Femme Noir revolves around a female P.I. hired by a notorious playboy to investigate a murder. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Hannah Lindstedt, featuring Lucy Kashimeri, Marquelle Fyffe, Tabitha Carlin, Georgie Barbuto, and Eliza Jayne Gilroy, produced by Motley Crew Theatre. • A Moment of Your Time had a staged reading at The Bread and Roses Theatre in London. This creative comedy follows a door-to-door salesperson with an unusual sales pitch and a homebody who would rather stay indoors. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Bianca De Leon and Will Harvey, featuring Kai Johnson and Aaron Reyes-Bordado, produced by Ryaknots Theatre Company. • Sugar and Spice had a staged reading at the Union Theatre in London, courtesy of Working Girls Theatre. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Bylli Gomez, this fun dramedy features two adult siblings (played by Kat Watkins and Samuel Winner) who discover the secret family recipe. MARCH 2026 • Blooky: The Book Who Wanted to Be Read was nominated for the College Television Awards (the Student Emmys), presented by the Television Academy. Allie plays the Arts Book in this adorable animated film about a lost book looking for a place to belong. • On Her Own Terms was selected for the Lamoise New Works Festival and had a reading at Moxie Theatre in San Diego. The premise: In the near future, two sisters react to life-altering news. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Lula Britos, featuring Adelaida Martinez and Li Velandia. • Strength in Numbers was selected for One Lucky Monologue Showcase, a reading produced by Rainy Day Artistic Collective. This piece about a young girl's personal interest in the Fibonacci sequence was written by Allie Costa and performed by Veronica Mihai. • Allie was interviewed on a podcast about acting. The episode will be released in a few months. Stay tuned! FEBRUARY 2026 • Allie participated in a reading of a fun and futuristic new musical. • Remembrance had a sold-out run at the Cut to the Chase Festival in Chicago. After the death of his father, a grief-stricken Hamlet is plagued by psychotic delusions making him think several others have died and that he is at fault. He finds comfort in an unexpected source: the dearly not departed Ophelia. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Karla Corona, featuring Hannah Green and Ernest Henton. Produced by The Artistic Home, held at The Den. • Two Girls had a staged reading at The Bread and Roses Theatre in London. In this haunting and poetic dialogue, two women emerge from a violent attack. Written and directed by Allie Costa, featuring Madison Leach and Tanyel Davis. The sold-out event was curated by Ryaknots Theatre Company. • Glitter & Smoke was selected for V-Day 2026, held at The Bread and Roses Theatre in London. This nostalgic monologue written by Allie Costa was performed by Amy Cotter. All proceeds were donated to Refuge. • Heartfelt had a reading at Surfside Playhouse in Florida. This sweet romance shows what happens when you wear your heart on your sleeve. Written by Allie Costa, directed by Nancy Matican-Bock, featuring Addison Hunt and Ayden Eller. JANUARY 2026 • Allie is currently in rehearsal for a staged reading of her play Two Girls which will be held in London next month. Stay tuned. • Allie was invited to participate in a reading of a new musical next month. Details to come. WINTER 2025 • Allie booked and filmed the animated film Meow Meow Master. She plays a sweet and clever little tabby cat who saves the day! • Allie booked and filmed the dark comedy Anemics Anonymous. She plays Anastasia, a Victorian-era vampire trying to survive in the modern world. • Allie booked and recorded the animated film Don't Cut Your Nails at Night. She plays the main character's roommate. • Allie was interviewed in a documentary about actors pursuing their dreams. • Allie was interviewed in Voyage LA. Read the interview! • Allie participated in readings of three new musicals, including a historical drama and a modern coming-of-age story. AND MORE • View Allie's resume and headshots. Film/TV credits include 90210, You Me & Her, Unusual Suspects, Goldfish Love, Pizza With Aeneas, and What She Said. Theatre credits include Spring Awakening, Hamlet, Gypsy, Wake, and Alien vs. Musical. • Listen to Allie's singing and voiceover demos and watch Allie's singing/live performance videos. Allie can be heard on a variety of original cast recordings, soundtracks, podcasts, animated projects, video games, audio dramas, and audio books. • Check out production stills and behind-the-scenes photos. • Stream Allie's episode of How Do You Juggle? whenever you listen to podcasts, including Apple and Spotify. • Stream Allie's episode of Behind the Screens whenever you listen to podcasts, including Anchor and Spotify. • Allie was interviewed in Canvas Rebel. She talks about following your heart, pursuing a career in the arts, and creating work that resonates with others. Read the interview! • Allie was interviewed in Bold Journey. With heart, hope, and a voice that carries, Allie is making her mark on the entertainment industry and encourages others to do the same. Read the interview! • Allie was interviewed in Shoutout LA. She discussed the challenges and rewards of pursuing a career in the entertainment industry, how to create (and believe in!) your own work, and how she stays motivated. • Allie plays multiple characters in Slayers: A Buffyverse Story, an Audible original audio series. • Allie narrated a passage adapted from This is Not a Test by Courtney Summers. Take a listen. • Allie is the voice of the ominous narrator in the video game Aether Twins. Listen to a sneak peek. • The Generosity of Strangers by Thomas Antonaccio, narrated by Allie Costa, is available on iTunes, Amazon, and Audible. • Allie has a recurring role on The Kit Bull Story. The third season is currently airing. • News archive: 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 • Visit Allie on YouTube and Facebook. Menu: Resume | Headshots | Media | Reviews | News | Contact |
