Mia is making a name for herself in the world of acting
Jamie and Mia Carragher
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Jamie Carragher has supported his daughter again as she continues her run as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games on Stage. The stage production has been ongoing for a number of months. It is the first ever live-stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins' internationally acclaimed book.
It isn't the first acting credit that Mia has to her name, Mia Carragher’s previous credits include the independent feature One Night in Istanbul, The Gathering for Channel 4, and she will soon be seen in the new Playground Entertainment series Maigret and the feature film Let’s Love.
Carragher graduated from Tring Park School for the Performing Arts in 2022 and studied acting at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. On Instagram yesterday, December 16, Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher shared a sweet picture kissing his daughter on the cheek as he visited her in London.
The former Reds' centre back captioned the photo: "Little catch up with out Katniss before tonight's The Hunger Games on Stage." Since it was announced that Mia had landed the role, both Carragher and wife Nicola Carragher have been vocal about their support for Mia.
The proud mum and dad have watched Mia in action several times. Carragher and his family celebrated the first official opening night of The Hunger Games: On Stage on November 12 and he has spoken to the ECHO about the incredible career step that Mia is crafting
Jamie and Nicola Carragher with daughter, Mia
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He said: "I'm a little bit nervous because, you know, it's your daughter, it's your baby. But I am so excited for her, she's put so much work in. They've been rehearsing for two or three months now and she's been down in London on her own.
"We've been getting down to see her when we can. It's been full on, they're not leaving the theatre until 10 o'clock just to make sure it's right. That's the name of the game, isn't it? That's the game that she is in. As I've said, she's put the work in, now go and enjoy it - be Katniss."
Mia was also sent a message of support from The Hunger Games author Suzanne Collins, ahead of her first show. A personal message to Mia, said: "For Mia, may the odds be ever in your favour. Thank you for your amazing work bringing Katniss to life on the stage. Love Suzanne Collins."
After receiving the incredible role, Mia said: "I am so excited and honoured to be playing Katniss. This is a dream come true role and I cannot wait to see the production come to life.
"From being a huge fan of the films, I feel so lucky to be a part of the Hunger Games world, especially working with Matthew Dunster and an incredible creative team."
The production takes place at the The Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, which was first proposed in September 2024. It is a 1,200-seat venue, which will be packed each night. The Hunger Games on Stage is written by Olivier Award-winning playwright Conor McPherson, known for The Brightening Air, Girl from the North Country and The Weir.