Susie Lindeman is a renowned English/Australian actress, born at an RAAF base in Point Cook, Australia. She was educated in Sydney and Singapore, laying the foundation for her future success in the entertainment industry. Lindeman's career in Australia began with prominent roles in several screen productions, including the ABC mini-series Palace Of Dreams, Melba, Robbery Under Arms, and the six-part mini-series. She also made a name for herself on the stage, performing at the Sydney Opera House in the production Six Characters In Search Of An Author, presented by the Sydney Theatre Company.
Lindeman's breakthrough role in the UK was the title character in the award-winning Catherine, a Thames TV film. She has since appeared in a variety of productions, including an episode of the popular television series Maigret, opposite the esteemed actor Michael Gambon. In 1992, she played the role of Dolly, the wife of James Wilby's Charles, in the BAFTA and Academy Award-winning film Howards End. This role marked a significant milestone in her career, solidifying her position as a talented and versatile actress.
Born to a family with a strong connection to the arts, Lindeman is the daughter of Captain George Lindeman, a pilot with Qantas, and Jill Lindeman, an opera singer. She has had the opportunity to work in France, both on screen and on stage, and has been cast to star in the film adaptation of Jean-Claude Carriere's play "Aide-Memoire". Lindeman has also had the privilege of originating the role of Vivien Leigh in two stage plays: Happy As Larry and Viv, and Letter to Larry, which premiered in 2013 and continues to run in seasons.
Throughout her career, Lindeman has performed in four West End productions, including roles opposite Rex Harrison and Penelope Wilton, both of whom have a deep connection to the world of theatre. Her recent screen roles include Pixie in Top Of the Lake 2 China Girl, directed by the acclaimed Jane Campion. Additionally, she has appeared in the stage productions Awkward Dancing and Prevail.
