Kaplan SAT OnDemand Series Launches
Portia Murphy can be seen in a series of Kaplan's SAT OnDemand videos. She plays the part of "Portia" and is working through a variety of problems and chatting with the instructors in a fun-spirited way. [video width="960" height="540"...
Portia Shoots PSA Commercial
Portia was excited to be on the set today at Be Electric Studios where she played Hero Girl for the Ad Council's commercial Feeding America (PSA).
Portia Shoots Kaplan SAT Video Series
Portia was a principal player in the new Kaplan SAT video series. She had a blast shooting for the part of, you guessed it, Portia!
Portia Lights Up the Stage in Conga
On Saturday, Portia lit up the dance stage with her performance in Conga for CaRu Entertainment. Sharp and quick moves coupled with a fantastic smile and precise rhythm, the crowd cheered on as she did multiple turns, jumps, and spins. What an exciting event! Watch...
Portia’s Photo is in the World Travel Book
Portia and the weekend orphan cast of ANNIE are featured in this year's World Travel Book.
Portia Attends Drexel Fashion Show
Bucks Actress Performs in “Annie”
Newtown, Pennsylvania, resident, Portia Murphy, plays the orphan "Pepper" in all weekend performances of the musical ANNIE at the Walnut Street Theatre. Portia returns to the Walnut after playing Marybeth in "A Christmas Story" in 2015.
Portia Performs on CBS Philly w/Annie Orphans
The cast of Annie at the Walnut Street Theatre performs at the CBS Philly Toyfest Drop-Off on Monday. Watch the video by clicking on the photo below:
Newtown Gazette Reviews Portia as Pepper in Annie
The Newtown Gazette interviewed Portia about her role as "Pepper" in Annie at the Walnut Street Theatre. Read the full article.
Portia with Annie Director Glenn Casale
At the official opening of Annie on November 15, Portia poses with Director Glenn Casale, whose credits include: Stage Productions Peter Pan [US Tour, 2011] Director The Last Mass at St. Casimir's [Los Angeles, 2007] Director Camelot [US Tour, 2007] Director The...
Portia was cast as “Pepper” in ANNIE at the Walnut Street Theatre
Congratulations to Portia for being cast in the role of "Pepper" in Annie at the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. For Portia's 10th birthday, we took her to NYC to see Annie on Broadway, her first Broadway show. This show made Portia want to pursue musical...
Portia Attends Neighborhood Playhouse
In three-week, Teen Meisner Acting summer workshop, Portia studies with some of the best NYC teachers in the following areas: Meisner Acting Voice & Speech Alexander Technique Dance Playwriting Stage Combat Shakespeare Improv Commercials & VO Film & TV Audition...
Check out the #ad I did with Microsoft!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5soEtBwH0Y I was paid by Microsoft to appear in their advertisement. All thoughts and reactions are my own.
Portia Books Microsoft Commercial
Portia booked a commercial for Microsoft, which now makes her eligible to join SAG. Conflict: Hardware Usage: 1 Month Network, 1 Year Internet, Digital, Social Media, Industrial Way to go, Portia!
Great Voice Lesson with Badiene Magaziner
Portia was performing in two shows from August 27th to January 1st. She just returned and began her voice lessons again with Badiene Magaziner of Magaziner Vocal Studio in New York City. Badiene was thrilled with the results!
Review of Billy Elliot
And it’s a wonderful cast, from Patti Mariano, who plays Billy’s semi-senile grandmother, to Portia Murphy, who plays Mrs. Wilkinson’s sassy daughter, Debbie. Read the entire review here.
Special Visitors to Billy Elliot
Thanks to Uncle Stevie and Aunt Sally for coming to Lancaster and watching Billy Elliot!
Wonderful cast makes ‘Billy Elliot: The Musical’ soar at the Fulton
Per Lancasteronline.com: “Billy Elliot: The Musical,” which opened Thursday at the Fulton, is a show about finding dreams and losing what you depend on in your life - about giving and taking away. In the mid-1980s, a young boy in a working class northern England...
Fulton Theatre Posts About Portia Murphy
Portia Murphy was featured on the Fulton Theatre's Facebook page. She's currently in rehearsals for Billy Elliot, the part of Debbie Wilkinson.
Portia Attends “Broadway in the Mountains”
Held in Hunter, NY, Portia attends musical theatre camp, "Broadway in the Mountains," with superstar teachers such as Badiene Magaziner and Janine Molinari. Portia had a blast!
Portia Prepares for Cooking Audition
Portia spends time at professional cooking class preparing for her upcoming audition. Go, Portia!!
Portia Models for Lord n Taylor
In conjunction with the Princeton Ballet, Portia and Amelia model for Lord n Taylor in fundraiser luncheon. Last year, the school raised over $160,000 and gave that money for scholarships to needy students. Portia is proud to have participated this year (and last).
Portia Lands Role as “Debbie” in Billy Elliott
Portia was just cast as Debbie Wilkinson in Billy Elliott at the Fulton Theatre!
Portia Attends “Bittersweet” Screening
The film "Bittersweet" starring Portia Murphy was screened in New York City. Portia attended the screening with friends and family members, as well as industry professionals. Bittersweet won: Best Film Best Casting Best Photography On to Cannes!
Portia Stars in Short Film: “Bittersweet”
Portia Murphy was cast as "Lily" in the short film, Bittersweet, created by Stone Street Studios and École Supérieure de Réalisation Audiovisuelle in Paris.
Portia Records Voiceover Demo
Portia recorded a professional voiceover demo at Mike Lemon Casting near Philadelphia, PA.
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Portia Sings Naughty from Matilda
Portia Tap Dances
Portia Murphy dances to "Not for the Life of Me" at age 9.