Jocelyn Bioh
Latest News on Jocelyn Bioh:
Photos: Inside The Black Women on Broadway Awards (Jun 11, 2024)
Video: Jocelyn Bioh Wants a Tony for JAJA (Jun 11, 2024)
Exclusive: Manhattan Theatre Club's Trifecta (Jun 12, 2024)
Photos: Inside The Black Women on Broadway Awards (Jun 11, 2024)
Video: Jocelyn Bioh Wants a Tony for JAJA (Jun 11, 2024)
Exclusive: Manhattan Theatre Club's Trifecta (Jun 12, 2024)
Jocelyn Bioh BIO
Jocelyn Bioh was born and raised in New York City. Broadway: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Off Broadway: An Octoroon (Soho Rep, World Premiere), SEED (Classical Theater of Harlem, World Premiere), NEIGHBORS (The Public Theater, World Premiere). Regional: BootyCandy (Wilma Theater), Marcus; or the Secret of Sweet (City Theatre). Various Workshops at: Soho Rep, The Public Theater, The Lark, Hi-Arts NYC, Arena Stages, Eugene O'Neill Center. TV: “Louie†(FX), “One Life to Live†(ABC), CoverGirl Spokesmodel (National Commerical/Print Ads). B.A in English and Theatre from The Ohio State University, M.F.A in Theatre - Playwriting from Columbia University. Twitter/Instagram: @Jjbioh.
Jocelyn Bioh Photos
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Rachel Christopher, Zenzi Williams, Brittany Adebumola, Michael Oloyede, Kalyne Coleman, Somi Kakoma, Lakisha May, Director Whitney White, Playwright Jocelyn Bioh, Maechi Aharanwa, Nana Mensah and Dominique Thorne
Date:
10/04/2023
From: Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
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Department of Cultural Affairs Commissioner Tom Finkelpearl, Department of Design and Construction Lorraine Grillo,MCC Artistic Director William Cantler, MCC Artistic Director Robert LuPone, Playwright Jocelyn Bioh, MCC Board Member Julianna Margulies, MC
Date:
01/09/2019
From: Photo Flash: MCC Celebrates Opening of The Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space
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Michael Braun, Brooke Bloom, Jocelyn Bioh, Marylouise Burke, Louis Cancelmi, David Patrick Kelly, Lilyana Tiare Cornell, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Lila Neugebauer, Lakisha Michelle May, Chris Perfetti
Date:
02/22/2017
From: Photo Coverage: Opening Night of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' EVERYBODY at Signature Theatre Company
Front Row, left to right: Tim Wright, Alex Sharp, Taylor Trensch, Mercedes Herrero, Richard Hollis; Middle row, kneeling, left to right: Keren Dukes, Stephanie Roth Haberle, Jocelyn Bioh; Back row, left to right: Tom Patrick Stephens, Katy Rud
Date:
08/13/2014
From: Photo Flash: Cast and Crew of Broadway's 'CURIOUS INCIDENT' Visit QSAC
Jocelyn Bioh STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Ensemble
Jocelyn Bioh Productions
Writing
Playwright
Playwright
Jocelyn Bioh Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Play
Jocelyn Bioh, Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding New Broadway Play
Jocelyn Bioh, Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Play
Jocelyn Bioh, Jaja's African Hair Braiding
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Jocelyn Bioh, In the Blood
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Play
Jocelyn Bioh, School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play
Drama League Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play
Jocelyn Bioh, School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - John Gassner Award
Jocelyn Bioh, School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - John Gassner Award
Kate Benson, [Porto]
winner
The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Play
Jocelyn Bioh, School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Jocelyn Bioh, Everybody
Jocelyn Bioh Videos
Photos & Video: The Museum of Broadway Celebrates JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Red Carpet - Oct 16, 2023
Video: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING's Nana Mensah Is On the Rise!
by Candace Cordelia - Oct 15, 2023
Character Breakdown: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 17, 2023
VIDEO: Watch a Clip From HBO's Public Theater REOPENING NIGHT Documentary
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2021
VIDEO: Susan Kelechi Watson Talks MERRY WIVES at Shakespeare in the Park!
by Sarah Leiber - Aug 12, 2021
VIDEO: Jocelyn Bioh and Eboni Booth Chat as Part of Manhattan Theatre Club's Artists in Conversation Series
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2020
VIDEO: Netflix Releases Second Trailer for RUSSIAN DOLL, Starring Natasha Lyonne
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 1, 2019
TV: Class is in Session! Meet the Company of MCC's SCHOOL GIRLS, OR THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2017
VIDEO: 'CURIOUS INCIDENT's Toby the Rat Trainer Featured in New 'Backstage on Broadway'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 30, 2015
TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with the Cast of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME- Part 2
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jan 18, 2015
TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by TV - Red Carpets - Oct 6, 2014
TV: Chatting with the Company of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Oct 7, 2014
Jocelyn Bioh News
Photos: Inside The Black Women on Broadway Awards
The Black Women on Broadway Awards returned for their third annual in-person event at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers on June 10.
The Black Women on Broadway Awards returned for their third annual in-person event at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers on June 10.
Video: Jocelyn Bioh Wants a Tony for JAJA
In this video, watch as Tony nominee Jocelyn Bioh chats about creating the characters of Jaja's African Hair Braiding, explains why this nomination means so much to her, and so much more!
In this video, watch as Tony nominee Jocelyn Bioh chats about creating the characters of Jaja's African Hair Braiding, explains why this nomination means so much to her, and so much more!
Exclusive: Manhattan Theatre Club's Trifecta
In this edition, we hear from Manhattan Theatre Club Artistic Director Lynne Meadow and Executive Director Chris Jennings, who contributed the below essay about their three Tony-nominated plays, Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Prayer for the French Republic, and Mary Jane.
In this edition, we hear from Manhattan Theatre Club Artistic Director Lynne Meadow and Executive Director Chris Jennings, who contributed the below essay about their three Tony-nominated plays, Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Prayer for the French Republic, and Mary Jane.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the Drama Desk Awards
Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
2024 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
Video: Playwright Jocelyn Bioh Talks Tony Nominations for JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
Playwright Jocelyn Bioh appeared on Good Morning America on Friday to talk about the Tony-nominated play Jaja's African Hair Braiding, which recently played at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The play has been nominated for 5 Tony Awards and will embark on a multi-city tour beginning this September. Watch the full interview!
Playwright Jocelyn Bioh appeared on Good Morning America on Friday to talk about the Tony-nominated play Jaja's African Hair Braiding, which recently played at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The play has been nominated for 5 Tony Awards and will embark on a multi-city tour beginning this September. Watch the full interview!
Photos & Video: The Museum of Broadway Celebrates JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
See photos and videos from The Museum of Broadway's celebration of Jaja's African Hair Braiding.
See photos and videos from The Museum of Broadway's celebration of Jaja's African Hair Braiding.
SWEENEY TODD, TWELFTH NIGHT and More Set For Portland Center Stage's 2024-2025 Season
Portland Center Stage’s 2024-2025 season will kick off in September with Stephen Sondheim’s spooky musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Portland Center Stage’s 2024-2025 season will kick off in September with Stephen Sondheim’s spooky musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Photos: Inside Manhattan Theatre Club's 2024 Spring Gala
Manhattan Theatre Club just presented its annual Spring Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening included performances by the casts of many of this Broadway season’s most acclaimed musicals, including Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Days of Wine and Roses, The Great Gatsby, The Notebook, The Outsiders, The Who’s Tommy, and Water For Elephants. Check out photos from the big night!
Manhattan Theatre Club just presented its annual Spring Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening included performances by the casts of many of this Broadway season’s most acclaimed musicals, including Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Days of Wine and Roses, The Great Gatsby, The Notebook, The Outsiders, The Who’s Tommy, and Water For Elephants. Check out photos from the big night!
MCC Theater to Host ARTIVIST TOWN HALL Next Week
MCC Theater has announced a special one-night-only public engagement event, Artivist Town Hall, which will take place at MCC Theater.
MCC Theater has announced a special one-night-only public engagement event, Artivist Town Hall, which will take place at MCC Theater.
SpeakEasy Stage Company Reveals 34th Season
The joyous and timely Tony-nominated play JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING; a re-imagining of the acclaimed Ahrens & Flaherty musical A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE; the witty, life-affirming drama PRU PAYNE; the laugh-packed, Tony–nominated satire AIN’T NO MO’; and the fiesta-fueled comedy LAUGHS IN SPANISH will make up SpeakEasy Stage Company’s 34th Season.
The joyous and timely Tony-nominated play JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING; a re-imagining of the acclaimed Ahrens & Flaherty musical A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE; the witty, life-affirming drama PRU PAYNE; the laugh-packed, Tony–nominated satire AIN’T NO MO’; and the fiesta-fueled comedy LAUGHS IN SPANISH will make up SpeakEasy Stage Company’s 34th Season.
Jocelyn Bioh and Whitney White Will Appear in Conversation at the Museum of Broadway
Tony Award-nominated playwright Jocelyn Bioh and director Whitney White will engage in a creative conversation moderated by Susan Kelechi Watson (“This is Us”) to discuss their groundbreaking, five-time Tony Award-nominated “Best Play,” Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.
Tony Award-nominated playwright Jocelyn Bioh and director Whitney White will engage in a creative conversation moderated by Susan Kelechi Watson (“This is Us”) to discuss their groundbreaking, five-time Tony Award-nominated “Best Play,” Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.
An American Play Will Make History at The 2024 Tony Awards
The 77th Annual Tony Awards are a still a month away, and despite the results in the category of Best Play, history will be made. This year's winner will be the first American play to win the award since 2017 (Oslo).
The 77th Annual Tony Awards are a still a month away, and despite the results in the category of Best Play, history will be made. This year's winner will be the first American play to win the award since 2017 (Oslo).
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More Set For Arena Stage's 2024/25 Season
Arena Stage has announced its 74th season, including a blend of new works and reimagined classics. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
Arena Stage has announced its 74th season, including a blend of new works and reimagined classics. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
First Standings Announced For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards; THE GREATS GATSBY Leads Best Musical
The first standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
The first standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Casts of CABARET, THE GREAT GATSBY & More to Join MTC Spring Gala
Manhattan Theatre Club will present its annual Spring Gala this month. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
Manhattan Theatre Club will present its annual Spring Gala this month. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Center for Fiction and Theatre Communications Group Present Story/Teller Arts: Quiara Alegría Hudes on MY BROKEN LANGUAGE
The Center for Fiction, a 200-year-old literary nonprofit that has created an immersive home for readers and writers in downtown Brooklyn, and Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, will co-present Story/Teller Arts: Quiara Alegría Hudes on My Broken Language: A Theater Jawn.
The Center for Fiction, a 200-year-old literary nonprofit that has created an immersive home for readers and writers in downtown Brooklyn, and Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, will co-present Story/Teller Arts: Quiara Alegría Hudes on My Broken Language: A Theater Jawn.
Photos: Behind the Scenes with the 2024 Tony Nominees
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York on Thursday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out behind the scenes photos of the 2024 nominees below and check out even more of the acting nominees and creative nominees.
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York on Thursday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out behind the scenes photos of the 2024 nominees below and check out even more of the acting nominees and creative nominees.
Photos: Meet the 2024 Creative Tony Nominees
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2024 creative nominees here.
The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2024 creative nominees here.
Find Out Who's Receiving 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre and Special Tony Awards
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the honorees for the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, as well as Special Tony Awards.
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the honorees for the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, as well as Special Tony Awards.
Jocelyn Bioh FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jocelyn Bioh been in?
Jocelyn Bioh has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Jocelyn Bioh been in?
Jocelyn Bioh has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jocelyn Bioh been nominated for?
Jocelyn Bioh has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Outstanding New Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Best Play at the Tony Awards for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for In the Blood, Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play at the Drama League Awards for School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play, John Gassner Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play, John Gassner Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for [Porto], Outstanding Play at The Lortels for School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play, and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at The Lortels for Everybody.
What awards has Jocelyn Bioh won?
Jocelyn Bioh has won the John Gassner Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play" and the Outstanding Play award from The Lortels for the same production.
How many shows has Jocelyn Bioh written?
Jocelyn Bioh has written 3 shows including School Girls; or, the African Mean Girls Play (Playwright), Nollywood Dreams (Playwright), Jaja's African Hair Braiding (Playwright).
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