Jenny Taylor Moodie

Jenny Taylor Moodie Jenny Taylor Moodie has been acting and singing in theatre productions for over
20 years. She is relatively new to Houston and loves the people here. Her writing has
appeared in such publications as The Apeiron Review and Eber & Wein Poetry. Jenny
writes children’s books and poetry and is currently working on a Young Adult novel. She
teaches in the Pearland School District and teaches voice to children





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BWW Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Houston Ballet
BWW Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Houston Ballet
December 2, 2019

The Nutcracker is beloved for many reasons; the endless eye candy, the dynamic score, and the marriage of artistry and excellence. The element of tradition keeps us coming back for more. We yearn to feel connection, and to remember what it's like to wonder about magical things. Houston Ballet's multi-faceted Nutcracker is a delicious carnival of mystery and joy. Creative director Stanton Welch has built a production that serves the audience and leaves us completely fulfilled. Nothing sends you back to your childhood more quickly, with all things seemingly possible and your imagination offering an endless sweet escape.

BWW Review: PREMIERES at Houston Ballet
BWW Review: PREMIERES at Houston Ballet
March 22, 2019

While the ballets each have a marked identity, the triad presentation serves to compliment the elements of each. It's a journey into well-crafted worlds, an escape and a reunion all at once.

BWW Review: THE HUMANS at Alley Theatre
BWW Review: THE HUMANS at Alley Theatre
March 8, 2019

Though somewhat dark, The Humans illuminates the role of fear in dysfunctional family.

BWW Review: AD Players Offers A New Twist On GODSPELL
BWW Review: AD Players Offers A New Twist On GODSPELL
July 25, 2017

BWW Review: GODSPELL is goose-bumps-on-your-arms invigorating and filled with excellent performances in a provocative setting.

BWW Review: Jenny Taylor Moodie - PIPPIN Treads Shallow Waters With Excellent Staging And Choreography
BWW Review: Jenny Taylor Moodie - PIPPIN Treads Shallow Waters With Excellent Staging And Choreography
July 13, 2017

If you're going to see this production of PIPPIN, go for Michelle Gaudette's inspired choreography and Holland Vavra's unflagging singing voice. If you want more than great musical numbers and excellent dancing Pippin will probably not do it for you.

BWW Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN Is Something Awesome at the Hobby Center
BWW Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN Is Something Awesome at the Hobby Center
June 8, 2017

BWW Review: Set in 1590s England, SOMETHING ROTTEN is chock full of anachronistic humor and wit, with a cast that's something special.

BWW Review: LOBBY HERO AT 4TH Wall Theatre Company
BWW Review: LOBBY HERO AT 4TH Wall Theatre Company
May 14, 2017

Directed by Kim Tobin-Lehl and Jennifer Dean, LOBBY HERO is realistic and gritty with characters that are built from deep within.

BWW Review: FINDING NEVERLAND Finds Its Wings At The Hobby Center
BWW Review: FINDING NEVERLAND Finds Its Wings At The Hobby Center
April 26, 2017

BWW Review: With Ups And Downs FINDING NEVERLAND Ultimately Takes Flight

BWW Review: WHO AM I THIS TIME? Is A Hoot At Stages Repertory Theatre
BWW Review: WHO AM I THIS TIME? Is A Hoot At Stages Repertory Theatre
January 28, 2017

BWW Review: With An Excellent Cast And A Great Script, WHO AM I THIS TIME? (& Other Conundrums of Love) Hits All the Right Notes

BWW Interview: Houston Ballet's Ian Casady Shares His Favorite Things!
BWW Interview: Houston Ballet's Ian Casady Shares His Favorite Things!
December 15, 2016

BWW Interview: Principal Dancer Ian Casady Shares His Favorite Things

BWW Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING is Really Something at 4th Wall Theatre Company
BWW Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING is Really Something at 4th Wall Theatre Company
December 4, 2016

BWW Review: 4th Wall Theatre Gives A Nice Spin To MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

BWW Review: THE FIRST NOEL Lifts the Spirit at the Ensemble Theatre
BWW Review: THE FIRST NOEL Lifts the Spirit at the Ensemble Theatre
November 21, 2016

BWW Review: THE FIRST NOEL Heals and Steals the Heart at the Ensemble Theatre

BWW Review: It's All About The Music In JERSEY BOYS
BWW Review: It's All About The Music In JERSEY BOYS
November 18, 2016

BWW Review: Strong Vocals Save A Lackluster Script In JERSEY BOYS

BWW Interview: Broadway Choreographer Patdro Harris Directs THE FIRST NOEL at The Ensemble This Holiday Season!
BWW Interview: Broadway Choreographer Patdro Harris Directs THE FIRST NOEL at The Ensemble This Holiday Season!
November 14, 2016

Patdro Harris, director of The Ensemble Theatre holiday musical THE FIRST NOEL, answers our random questions.

BWW Review: THIS IS MODERN ART at The Landing Theatre Company
BWW Review: THIS IS MODERN ART at The Landing Theatre Company
October 31, 2016

BWW Review: THIS IS MODERN ART Sheds Light On The World Of Graffiti

BWW Review: Honey, Honey! MAMMA MIA! Is Sticky Sweetness Wrapped Around Abba's Tunes
BWW Review: Honey, Honey! MAMMA MIA! Is Sticky Sweetness Wrapped Around Abba's Tunes
October 8, 2016

BWW Review: MAMMA MIA! Gives A Farewell Tour At The Hobby Center

BWW Review: IN THE HEIGHTS Is The Hottest Ticket In Town
BWW Review: IN THE HEIGHTS Is The Hottest Ticket In Town
September 16, 2016

BWW Review: IN THE HEIGHTS Is An Exuberant Must-See At Theatre Under The Stars

BWW Review: AMERICAN INGENUITY Showcases Powerful Performances From Houston Ballet
BWW Review: AMERICAN INGENUITY Showcases Powerful Performances From Houston Ballet
September 9, 2016

BWW Review: AMERICAN INGENUITY Showcases Powerful Performances From Houston Ballet

BWW Review: THE MAIDS Misses the Mark at Mildred's Umbrella
BWW Review: THE MAIDS Misses the Mark at Mildred's Umbrella
July 29, 2016

BWW Review: Mildred's Umbrella Present Jean Genet's THE MAIDS

BWW Review: BORN YESTERDAY Still Sizzles Today At The Alley Theatre
BWW Review: BORN YESTERDAY Still Sizzles Today At The Alley Theatre
June 10, 2016

Garson Kanin's BORN YESTERDAY premiered on Broadway in 1946, and seventy years later it still entertains and gently enlightens. Regardless of the time period, the play is far more relevant than you'd think. Directed by Jonathan Moscone, the play is about wealth, political corruption, education and opportunity. As we drag along into the current presidential election, there is plenty to say on these topics, and evidently Kanin felt the same way back in the forties.



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