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Jordan is a New York City based actor with a career spanning the Stage, Television, Film, and Voice-over.
Jordan made his Broadway debut as the principal role of Boq in Wicked at the Gershwin theatre. He is the first Black actor to play the role in North America. Prior to that,Jordan played Themba Khenketha, starring alongside Tony® Winner Victoria Clark, Tony® Nominee Montego Glover, and Tony® Winner Judy Kaye in the world premiere Toronto production of the Maltby and Shire musical Sousatzka, directed by Adrian Noble. Additionally, he performed at Barrington Stage in the 2019 Kilroys Award winning world premiere of America V 2.1: The Sad Demise and Eventual Extinction of the American Negro directed by Logan Vaughn and written by Stacey Rose. He was seen in the Ovation® Award winning west coast premiere of Witness Uganda directed by Griffin Matthews. Some of his favorite credits include the world premiere musical Hoagy Carmichael’s Stardust Road at the Temple Theatre, The Tempest at the New York Shakespeare festival at the Delacorte Theatre, and Peter Pan at the Paper Mill Playhouse.
On film, he guest starred on the first season of the critically acclaimed series POSE directed by Ryan Murphy. He is also featured on the Comedy Central series Broad City directed by Lucia Aniello. He can be seen in the feature-length film Amy and Peter are Getting Divorced which was released Summer 2021.
He is a graduate of the University of Michigan’s Musical Theatre program and holds a certificate from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts Shakespeare in Performance program.

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Jordan Barrow STAGE CREDITS

[Toronto]
World Premiere Production, 2017
Themba

[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2015
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Boq [Replacement]


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Paper Mill Playhouse is now presenting an extraordinary, finely tuned production of the iconic musical, 'Rent.'

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Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for Rent by Jonathan Larson, directed by Zi Alikhan (Resident Director of Hamilton) and choreographed by Steph Paul (New York Theatre Workshop: How to Defend Yourself). Learn more about who is starring, and how to get tickets here!

Michele Pawk Will Join the Broadway Cast of WICKED, and Michael Wartella Returns!


Tony Award-winner Michele Pawk will join the cast of Wicked at Broadway's Gershwin Theatre, taking over the role of Madame Morrible beginning Monday, December 12.  Michael Wartella returned to the role of Boq, starting performances last evening, November 15.

Brittney Johnson Will Depart WICKED in February 2023


Brittney Johnson has announced her departure from Wicked. She will play her final performance as Glinda on February 12, 2023, she has announced on social media.

WICKED Stars Unite for ELPHABALL at Broadway Sessions


Broadway Sessions is proud to present the 6th annual ELPHBALL! A celebration of all things Wicked featuring past and current Wicked cast members. The evening will feature actors who have played Elphaba as well Glinda, Nessarose and Boq! Performers slated to sing include Jennifer DiNoia, Kristy Cates, Christine Dwyer, Alyssa Fox, Brandi Chavonne Massey, Anne Brummel, Amanda Jane Cooper, Allie Trimm, Dawn Cantwell, Mikayla Renfrow, Jordan Barrow and Jess 'JP' Johnson. The evening will also feature performances by 'Rising Star' James Morrison.

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Top stories include complete casting for 1776 on Broadway! The cast includes Crystal Lucas-Perry, Carolee Carmello, Elizabeth A. Davis, and more. Plus, Jane Lynch will depart Funny Girl earlier than planned, The Kite Runner will require masks for Friday performances, and more.

Photos: Talia Suskauer, Cleavant Derricks, Mikayla Renfrow & More Join WICKED On Broadway


See all new photos of the cast of WICKED on Broadway in action! The current company includes Talia Suskauer as Elphaba, Brittney Johnson as Glinda, Sharon Sachs as Madame Morrible, Jordan Barrow as Boq, Tony Award winner Cleavant Derricks as The Wizard, James D. Gish as Fiyero, Tony Award nominee Clifton Davis as Doctor Dillamond, and Broadway newcomer Mikayla Renfrow as Nessarose.

WICKED's Live Lottery Will Return This Summer


Good news! The Broadway blockbuster WICKED has announced that the Live Lottery will return to the Gershwin Theatre for Summer 2022. Broadway’s only in-person lottery will open two and a half hours before each performance begins in the Gershwin Theatre breezeway.

Talia Suskauer, Cleavant Derricks, James D. Gish, and More Will Join the Broadway Cast of WICKED This Summer


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BWW Interview: Chatting with Broadway Veteran Jordan Barrow


Jordan is a New York City based actor with a career spanning the Stage, Television, Film, and Voice-over. He has been in many theatrical productions including Choir Boy, Hairspray, Peter Pan, Wicked, and more!

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Today's top stories include a new Prizeo campaign from Lin-Manuel Miranda! Win a prize pack that includes access to a screening of The Greatest Showman, where you will hang out with Miranda, plus Hamilton tickets, and more! Plus, check out all new photos of Brittney Johnson as Glinda, and more!

Photos: First Look at Brittney Johnson as Glinda in WICKED


Just last month, Brittney Johnson took her first bow as Glinda in Wicked on Broadway, making her the first Black actress to assume the iconic role. Johnson joined the cast opposite Lindsay Pearce as Elphaba, Alexandra Billings as Madame Morrible, Michael McCormick as The Wizard, Sam Gravitte as Fiyero, Jordan Barrow as Boq, Mili Diaz as Nessarose, and Michael X. Martin as Doctor Dillamond.

VIDEO: Brittney Johnson Discusses Taking Over as 'Glinda' in WICKED on TODAY


This morning, Brittney Johnson appeared on the Today Show to discuss being the first Black woman to take over the role of Glinda in Wicked on Broadway. Johnson was surprised by original 'Glinda' Kristin Chenoweth, who sent in a congratulatory video message. She also appeared on NBC Nightly News to take viewers backstage at Wicked.

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Jordan Barrow FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jordan Barrow been in?

Jordan Barrow has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Jordan Barrow been in?

Jordan Barrow has not appeared in the West End.

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