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Capathia Jenkins BIO

This Brooklyn-born and raised, actress and singer starred as ‘Medda’ in the hit Disney production of Newsies’ on Broadway. Her Broadway debut was The Civil War. Off-Broadway 2000 revival of Godspell, she wowed audiences with her stirring rendition of ‘Turn Back, O Man’,available on the original cast recording. Bacharach/David Broadway hit The Look of Love, won her critical acclaim. Under the direction of George C. Wolfe, Ms. Jenkins created the role of ‘The Washing Machine’ in Caroline, Or Change. As ‘Frieda May’ in Martin Short-Fame becomes me, she sang ‘Stop the Show’, and brought the house down every night.
Off-Broadway -(mis) Understanding Mammy-The Hattie McDaniel Story, nominated for a Drama Desk Award. Nora Ephron’s Love, Loss, and What I Wore.

An active concert artist, Ms. Jenkins has appeared with orchestras in the U.S. and around the world.

TV- The Wiz Live on NBC, 30 Rock, the Practice, Law & Order SVU, the Sopranos and Law & Order. Film- ‘Musical Chairs’ directed by Susan Seidelman. Soundtracks: Nine, Chicago and Legally Blonde 2.

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Capathia Jenkins STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Medda Larkin [Replacement]

A Nun

Medda Larkin

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2007
The African American Woman

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Comedy All Star

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2004
Performer

The Washing Machine

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
The Washing Machine

The Washing Machine

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2000
Performer

Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Harriet Jackson

Bessie Toler (Understudy)

[Houston, TX (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1998
Hope Jackson

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1971
Performer


Capathia Jenkins Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Capathia Jenkins(mis)Understanding Mammy: The Hattie McDaniel Story

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Sutton Foster Comes to Wheeling This Week

 The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will welcome Broadway icon Sutton Foster to the Capitol Theatre for the Opening Night Concert and Celebration on Friday, September 29, at 7:30 pm. Learn more about the concert and find out how to get tickets here!

Common Joins Honorees at Black Theatre United Gala; Josh Groban, Lorna Courtney & More to Present

Emmy, Grammy & Academy Award winner Common has been added to the list of honorees at Black Theatre United's inaugural Gala on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.

LaChanze Will Kick off Downtown Sessions With Solo Show at Perelman Performing Arts Center

Three-time Tony Award winning LaChanze will perform a solo show for the inaugural season at Perelman Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the concert, as well as how to purchase tickets, here!

Ari Axelrod to Present A PLACE FOR US: A CELEBRATION OF JEWISH BROADWAY at White Heron Theatre Company

Join Ari Axelrod at White Heron Theatre Company for a special 2-night only event, 'A Place For Us: A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway.' Experience the timeless songs and stories of Jewish composers and their impact on the American Musical. Limited engagement running on August 18th and 19th. Get your tickets now!

Audra McDonald, Norm Lewis, Billy Porter, and More Will Perform at BLACK THEATRE UNITED 2023 Gala

Black Theatre United has announced its inaugural Gala, set to take place on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York. Supported by Business for Good (BFG), the theme is “A Salute to Broadway Legends: Past, Present, and Future” and will be a star-studded evening in celebration of the indelible mark that Black culture has had and continues to have on Broadway.

Tina Fabrique To Star In (MIS)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story At The Schoolhouse Theater

The Schoolhouse Theater will present the Westchester Premier of Joan Ross Sorkin's (mis)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story, directed by multi award-winning director Seret Scott.

Tina Fabrique To Star In (MIS)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story At The Schoolhouse Theater

The Schoolhouse Theater will present the Westchester Premier of Joan Ross Sorkin's (mis)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story, directed by multi award-winning director Seret Scott.

Emerging Artists Theatre To Premiere Three New Off-Broadway Plays Running In Repertory September 4 To October 29

The award-winning Emerging Artists Theatre (EAT), currently celebrating their 30th anniversary, has announced three new Off-Broadway plays having their World Premiere this fall at the 28th Street Theatre (also known as TADA). The two month engagement will feature the following plays running in repertory: Anne Being Frank by Ron Elisha, Doris Day: My Secret Love by Paul Adams, and Sex Work Sex Play by Caytha Jentis.

Tickets On Sale Now For Calgary Philharmonic's 2023/2024 Season

Single tickets for the Calgary Philharmonic's 2023/2024 Season can now be purchased online at www.calgaryphil.com, by phone at 403-571-0849, or in person at the Calgary Phil Box Office in the Arts Commons building.

Sarasota Orchestra Reveals 75th Anniversary Season

Sarasota Orchestra is celebrating 75 years of live music with its 2023-2024 season. This jubilant anniversary year promises transcendent performances that will move, delight and inspire the community to reach new artistic heights.

Grammy-Winning Trio TIME FOR THREE to Open Princeton Festival

2023 GRAMMY Award-winning trio Time for Three will lead off the Opening Weekend of the Princeton Symphony Orchestra's 2023 Princeton Festival on Friday, June 9 at 7pm.

Lineup Revealed For the Calgary Philharmonic 2023/2024 Season

The Calgary Philharmonic has announced its 2023/2024 Season, with concerts that will move audiences with the wonder of orchestral music. Check out the lineup here!

The San Francisco Symphony Reveals Summer Programming

The San Francisco Symphony has announced programming for its summer season, running July 4–August 5 with concerts at Davies Symphony Hall and outdoor performances at Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University, Shoreline Amphitheatre, and Sigmund Stern Grove.

The Seattle Symphony Announces Its 2023/2024 Season At Benaroya Hall

The Seattle Symphony's 2023/2024 season marks the orchestra's 120th season and the 25th anniversary of Benaroya Hall's opening. The season launches with recreations of the Symphony's and the Hall's first-ever concerts; featuring Seattle Symphony Conductor Emeritus Ludovic Morlot and soprano Alexandra LoBianco.

Previews: NJ SYMPHONY ANNOUNCES 23-24 SEASON at NJ PAC

NEWARK, NJ: January 27, 2023 - The New Jersey Symphony is thrilled to announce its 101st season highlighting Music Director Xian Zhang's ambitious vision to explore the musical heritage of the American orchestral works.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops Announce 2023-2024 Season Featuring HAMLET, THE FIREBIRD & More

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops announced details for the 2023-24 season, Louis Langrée’s eleventh and final season as Music Director of the Orchestra.

Cleveland Orchestra Announces Classical Concerts For 2023 Blossom Music Festival

The Cleveland Orchestra has announced its full lineup of classical music concerts for its 2023 Blossom Music Festival. The festival, located at Blossom Music Center in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, runs from July 1 to September 9, and features 24 concerts. 

Princeton Symphony Orchestra Reveals Plans for Its 2023 Princeton Festival, June 9-25

The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) reveals a compelling line-up of performances for this year's Princeton Festival, the PSO's annual live arts extravaganza.

New Jersey Symphony Announces 2023�"24 Season

The New Jersey Symphony has announced its 101st season highlighting Music Director Xian Zhang's ambitious vision to explore the musical heritage of the American orchestral works.

Capathia Jenkins FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Capathia Jenkins has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

Capathia Jenkins has not appeared in the West End

Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for (mis)Understanding Mammy: The Hattie McDaniel Story .

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