She began her career as a child actress on Broadway, appearing in productions of Les Misérables (1995–1996), Ragtime (1997–1999), Fiddler on the Roof (2004–2005), and Spring Awakening (2006–2008). Lea Michele Sarfati ( / ˈ l iː ə m ɪ ˈ ʃ ɛ l/ born August 29, 1986) is an American actress, singer, songwriter, and author.
