In 2021, Panka was cast as Judy Bernly in the third touring production of the
9 to 5 musical, marking her
United Kingdom and English language stage debut. The follow year, Panka took on the role of Heather Duke in a revival of
Heathers: The Musical at The Other Palace
Off West End theatre. She was cast in the same role in the pro-shoot stage capture of the show produced by BK Studios and
Roku. Her singing performance in the movie received praise. Panka joined the UK touring production of
Dear Evan Hansen in the role of Alana Beck, which opened for previews on the 9 September 2024 at the
Nottingham Playhouse. The tour extended its UK run until July 2025. In October the same year, Panka played the role of Brody in the original comedy musical
The Shocking Truth About Flat Earth. (left) in November 2025.In November 2025, Panka performed in the
Breaking Character concert at the
Other Palace studio theatre alongside
Dear Evan Hansen co-star
Ryan Kopel. Panka was cast in the first UK and Ireland tour of the
Mean Girls musical as Regina George, which opened on the 23rd February 2026 at the
Manchester Opera House. Panka has received praise for her interpretation of the role, and has received coverage for being the first black person to play the role of Regina George full time. ==Filmography==