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Jacob Ming-Trent is an American stage and film actor. He is a frequent performer in productions of the Public Theater, both at their Astor Library home and at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park.

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Jacob Ming-Trent STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Off-Broadway World Premiere Production, 2023
Pedro

[Off-Broadway]
2021
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2018
Sir Toby Belch

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Public Theater Musical Adaptation, 2016
Sir Toby Belch

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Off-Broadway Revival, 2015
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2015
Aviragus

First Gentleman

[Broadway]
La Jolla Playhouse Broadway Transfer, 2013
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2006
Preacher


Jacob Ming-Trent Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Jacob Ming-Trent, Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3)

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Jacob Ming-Trent News

Finn Wittrock, Reed Birney & More to Star in Shakespeare & Company's 46th Season

Shakespeare & Company has announced the casts for their 46th Season Thieves of Love. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out this evening to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. The Awards were distributed in a ceremony at NYU Skirball hosted by stars of stage and screen: Kevin Cahoon (Tony nominee, 'Shucked'), D'Arcy Carden ('The Thanksgiving Play'), Crystal Lucas-Perry (Tony nominee, 'Ain't No Mo''), Bonnie Milligan (Tony nominee, 'Kimberly Akimbo'), Arian Moayed (Tony nominee, 'A Doll's House'), and Tamara Tunie (The New Group's 'Bernarda's Daughters'). The Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and Lucille Lortel Theatre, with additional support provided by TDF.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were given last night, May 7, to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards

The 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on, Sunday, May 7, 2023 at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm EST. Check out the winners here!

Photos: See Stephanie Hsu, Sarah Ruhl & More at Signature Theater's Gala

See photos from Signature Theater's Gala featuring Stephanie Hsu and more.

Julie Taymor to be Honored at Red Bull Theater Gala Benefit Hosted by Patrick Page

Julie Taymor will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and the Axe-Houghton Foundation will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit on Monday June 5th (6pm).

Carmelo Anthony and Asani Swann Join Producing Team of THE HARDER THEY COME as Show Sets Sights on Broadway

Carmelo Anthony joined the team of The Harder They Come at the Public Theater as an executive producer. Anthony’s long-time business partner Asani Swann will also serve as an executive producer on the show.

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE, HARMONY & More Nominated for 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards - See the Full List!

Nominations for the 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway have been announced! See the full list!

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE HARDER THEY COME At The Public Theater

Check out photos from opening night of The Harder They Come at the Public Theater!

Review Roundup: Suzan-Lori Parks' THE HARDER THEY COME Opens At The Public Theater

The world premiere musical The Harder They Come, an adaptation of the classic Jamaican film, is now playing through Sunday, April 2 at The Public Theater. Read the reviews!

HANDS ON A HARDBODY Cast to Reunite for 10th Anniversary at 54 Below

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards® Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will welcome the original cast of Hands on A Hardbody on June 6th at 7:00pm & 9:30pm, as they reunite for the musical’s 10th anniversary.

Photos: First Look at THE HARDER THEY COME at The Public Theater

Get a first look at photos of The Harder They Come at The Public Theater!

THE HARDER THEY COME Extends Through Early April at The Public

The world premiere musical THE HARDER THEY COME, an adaptation of the classic Jamaican film, has extended through Sunday, April 2 at The Public Theater. 

50th Anniversary Exhibition of Jamaican Artists Inspired By THE HARDER THEY COME to be Featured at The Public Theater

Beginning on Thursday, February 16, theatergoers will be able to visit Wheel and Come Again: The 50th Anniversary Art Exhibition of The Harder They Come on The Public Theater’s Levin Mezzanine, an exhibition of art inspired by the original film.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE HARDER THEY COME at the Public Theater

Get a first look inside rehearsals for THE HARDER THEY COME at The Public Theater!

Natey Jones, J. Bernard Calloway & More Complete the Cast of THE HARDER THEY COME at The Public Theater

The Public Theater has announced the complete cast for the world premiere of The Harder They Come. Joining the cast is Natey Jones in the lead role of Ivan, making his American stage debut, as well as J. Bernard Calloway and more.

Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premiere at The Public Theater

The Public Theater has announced casting for the world premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, a musical adaptation of the classic Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone.

Red Bull Theater to Present RemarkaBULL Podversation: Bottom's Dream with Jacob Ming-Trent

RED BULL THEATER has announced that its online offerings will continue on Monday November 21st at 7:30 PM EST with a RemarkaBULL Podversation:  Bottom's Dream with Jacob Ming-Trent. 

Red Bull Theater to Kick Off New Season of Revelation Readings With THE RELAPSE in October

RED BULL THEATER has announced the kick-off of a new season of in-person OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings, beginning with The Relapse by John Vanbrugh, directed by Marc Vietor. This event will premiere LIVE, in person, at Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theater at Symphony Space at 7:30 PM ET on October 24th.

Oscar Winner F. Murray Abraham to Open New Season of RemarkaBULL Podversations

RED BULL THEATER has announced the kick-off of an all-new season of its popular RemarkaBULL Podversations, intimate conversations with great artists, beginning with “Shylock with F. Murray Abraham” on Monday, October 3rd, Online only – Free!

Jacob Ming-Trent FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Jacob Ming-Trent has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

Jacob Ming-Trent has not appeared in the West End

Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for The Harder They Come Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Merry Wives and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (The Lortels) for Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3) .

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (The Lortels) for Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3).

Jacob Ming-Trent's next show will be The Harder They Come which opens on 3/15/2023 on Off-Broadway.

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