​Originally from the little island of Avalon, New Jersey, Anika now gets to call the slightly larger isle of Manhattan home. ​Anika graduated from the Institute for American Musical Theatre in New York City with a degree in theatre performance. She also studied nutritional sciences through Cornell University.

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After arriving in the city, Ani became passionate about boxing and is training to compete on a professional level. She was a founding trainer for an online boxing program that debuted across the country on a national streaming platform. She is a highly skilled athlete not limited to running, soccer, lacrosse, surfing, martial arts, and more. Anika also works privately with clients to rehab and prevent injury. Recently, a private client of hers with a progressive neurodegenerative disorder was able to stop using a cane after 3 months of dedicated strength training.

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Read Anika's interview with Authority Magazine here.

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Anika's Upcoming Projects:​

Carly in upcoming Feature Film "Ellijah Page" to be released in 2026.

 

SUPPORTING ROLE IN UPCOMING INDIE FEATURE FROM JASON KLEIN, "THE DAY AFTER YESTERDAY".

 

WORKED ON THE RECENT DEV LAB OF CLUE 2.​

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A comedy spot on a new series coming to Netflix .​

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Anika is currently writing a feature length script based on the life of her grandmother, Florence.​

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She is featured in national campaigns for a protein and athletic company (release TBD), White Castle, Pureology, CeraVe, HUUG, and more.​

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Anika originated the role of Helen in the off broadway premiere of Honeyland, a 1960s musical. She is very passionate about collaborating on new works and has loved bringing new shows to life including: Sofya in Dogs of Pripyat, Lydia Light in ZM (creators of Urinetown), Francesca in Suenos, and more.

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Most importantly, Anika is also a proud mom of a thriving garden and array of very cute houseplants.

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