Fans of "Strangers Things" may see a familiar face on screen as one pivotal character in the Netflix hit is from Niskayuna. 

Her character, Suzie, doesn't spend a ton of time on screen in the third season, but her voice and energy are pretty unforgettable. The 16-year-old Gabriella Pizzolo gained some recongition from state Senator Jim Tedisco to celebrate the big role. 

Pizzolo tells us being a fan of "Stranger Things" herself made the audition tape even easier.

"I did it quick in one night. I'd seen the show and I know the way of having suspense unfold into something funny or comedic so I kind of had an idea of what they were going for. A few weeks later, I found out I got the role," Pizzolo said.

Pizzolo also starred in "Matilda" on Broadway and in the Tony-winning “Fun Home.”