Two actors performing in a theater scene, one sitting on a yellow wooden bench and the other standing, both dressed in period clothing with a rustic wooden background.

“Smith gives steely steadfastness as Hodel”

-Theatre Mania

“Vocal snaps to Smith’s aching “Far From the Home I Love”

-StageSceneLA

Fiddler on the Roof

La Mirada Theatre (LA)

A woman in a white slip dress appears distressed, touching her face, with a man in striped pajamas in the background on a stage with window frames and purple-blue lighting.

“Smith is sensational as ruthless Maggie, crazy like a fox and just as devious.”

-Stage and

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Walnut Street Theatre (Philadelphia)

“ALANNA J. SMITH IS tremendous as julia. Smith’s meltdown was dramatic and surprising…”

-DelCo Culture Vultures


A Delicate Balance

Walnut Street Theatre (Philadelphia)

“SMITH IS DELICIOUSLY DETESTABLE AS THE FAR-TOO-PERFECT SYLVIE.”

-Stage and Cinema


BESIDE MYSELF (World Premiere)

Laguna Playhouse

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Philadelphia style magazine

From a lighthearted romantic comedy character to a sultry television drama series, how do you channel such different personas in your acting?

“That’s the best part about being an actor for me—getting to amplify all sides of myself. I love working with writers who give a voice to bold women from all walks of life.”

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