'Under the Christmas Tree': 5 things you didn't know about actress Elise Bauman

Known for her role in 'Carmilla', Bauman is all set to star in Lifetime's queer rom-com
PUBLISHED DEC 19, 2021
Elise Bauman in 'Under the Christmas Tree' (Youtube/Lifetime)
Elise Bauman in 'Under the Christmas Tree' (Youtube/Lifetime)

If you're already in the festive mood, then it's time to crank it up a notch! And what better way than to kick, back, relax and indulge in some feel-good Christmas movies. If you've been on the lookout for some fun holiday movies this season, then 'Under the Christmas Tree' definitely needs to be on your list. This queer rom-com has it all, including a talented cast of actors. Curious to know more? Continue reading to find out.

Looking for other holiday movies to ring in the festive spirit? Consider checking out -- 'Hot Chocolate Holiday', 'Mistletoe in Montana', 'Tis the Season to be Merry' and 'The Enchanted Christmas Cake'.

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Elise Bauman

Elise Bauman is a Canadian actress, director, filmmaker and singer. She was born on October 23, 1990.

She began her career as a theatre actor at a young age and later moved to New York City to study at Circle in the Square Theatre School.

During her time at Circle in the Square Theatre School, she starred in her graduating classes' production of 'The Cherry Orchard', where she played Anya.

Bauman was cast as the lead character Laura Hollis, in the Canadian web series 'Carmilla', based on the 1871 Gothic vampire novella by J Sheridan Le Fanu. The series grew extremely popular and Bauman spoke about the LGBTQ representation in the show, including her own character. "You don't see any of the characters being ostracized because of it (their sexuality)." She stated. "In a way, it's exactly the opposite of what happens on other shows. Their sexuality isn't the thing that is sticking out about them. It's the norm. I think that is so refreshing and that it is so wonderful to see..." she added, while talking to Starry Mag, back in 2015.

Her works include 'The Republic of Sarah', 'Love in Translation', 'Designed with Love', 'A New Year's Resolution', 'Good Witch', 'How to Buy a Baby', 'Mary Kills People', 'Frankie Drake Mysteries', 'The Handmaid's Tale', 'Paper Crane', 'Becoming Burlesque', 'Murdoch Mysteries' and 'The Carmilla Movie'.



 

Tattiawna Jones

Tattiawna Jones is a Canadian television and theatre actress. Her works include 'Lost in Space', 'The Broken Hearts Gallery', 'Transplant', 'The Nest', 'The 100', 'Bradley Borgen ~ The Actor Who Could Not Cry', 'Dragged Across Concrete' and 'The Bold Type'. 

Ricki Lake

Ricki Lake is an actress, television presenter and producer. Her works include 'Moon Manor', 'The Masked Singer', 'Gemini', 'Hairspray Live!', 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend', 'Dan Savage's New Threat to Rick Santorum', 'Drop Dead Diva', 'Loving Leah', 'The Middle', 'Matters of Life & Dating', 'Hairspray', 'Park' and 'King of the Hill'. 



 

'Under the Christmas Tree' premieres on Lifetime on Sunday, December 19 at 8/7c. 

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