Date of Birth: October 11, 1968 (54)
Birth Place: Parsippany, NJ, USA
JANE KRAKOWSKI is an award-winning triple threat actress most commonly known for her role as Jenna Maroney on NBC’s Emmy Award-winning 30 Rock. She was honored with four Emmy nominations for her work on the show, as well as a collective 2009 Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. She can currently be seen on Apple’s hit series Dickinson, hosting FOX’s reboot of the classic game show Name That Tune, and also as The Countess on Apple’s musical series Schmigadoon.
Other iconic performances include her Golden Globe-nominated portrayal of Elaine Vassal on the multi-Award-winning Ally McBeal, her Critics’ Choice winning, Emmy nominated Jacqueline White in Netflix’s Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt series and film, Miss Shields in FOX’s A Christmas Story LIVE as well as guest stars on Modern Family, Curb Your Enthusiasm, At Home with Amy Sedaris, The Simpsons, American Dad, Drunk History, Younger and even Sesame Street. In 2016, Jane starred on Broadway in the Roundabout Theater Company’s production of She Loves Me (Outer Critics Circle Award, Astaire Award, Drama Desk Award and Tony nomination).
She earned a 2003 Tony Award, a Drama Desk Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award for her portrayal of Carla in the Broadway musical Nine and a Tony nomination for Grand Hotel. Other Broadway credits include Company, Once Upon a Mattress, Tartuffe, and Starlight Express. She won an Olivier Award while starring in Guys and Dolls in London’s West End and starred in the Encores! revival of Damn Yankees as well as Mrs. Potts in the Hollywood Bowl’s 2018 production of Beauty and the Beast.
In 2012 Krakowski released her solo debut album, “The Laziest Gal in Town,” a CD recording captured during her cabaret nightclub debut at the Park Avenue hotspot, Feinstein’s at Loews Regency. In 2012, she performed a one- woman cabaret act to a sold-out crowd at NYC’s legendary Town Hall Theater.
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Jane Krakowski & Jesse Eisenberg on ABC's MODERN FAMILY
Jane Krakowski, She Loves Me
Jane Krakowski, She Loves Me
Jane Krakowski, She Loves Me
Jane Krakowski, Guys And Dolls
Jane Krakowski, Nine
Jane Krakowski, Nine
Jane Krakowski, Nine
Jane Krakowski , Grand Hotel
Jane Krakowski, Grand Hotel
MADam LUCY, deceased, a new musical about the life (and afterlife) of Lucy Ludwell Paradise (1752-1814), with book & lyrics by two-time Emmy Award-winning songwriter William Schermerhorn and music by composer and recording artist Elise Morris, will have its first staged workshop in Williamsburg, Virginia, in the historic Great Hall of the Sir Christopher Wren Building on the campus of William & Mary.
Jim Brickman's distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music.
Good Night, Oscar starring Emmy Award-winning actor Sean Hayes, is running now at Broadway's Belasco Theatre. In celebration of the actor's acclaimed turn as Oscar Levant in the new play from Doug Wright, Sean has been honored with his very own Sardi's portrait! See photos from his unveiling celebration!
The Television Academy has denied Apple's petition to move Schmigadoon! to the scripted variety category for the 2023 Emmy Awards. Apple had submitted Schmigadoon's second season in the scripted variety series category, after previously being placed in comedy series for season one.
Ariana DeBose kicked off the final episode of Schmigadoon! season two by belting out 'It's Over.' The song is heavily inspired by 'Hard to Say Goodbye, My Love' from Dreamgirls. The seond season of Schmigadoon! also featured references to Chicago, Pippin, Cabaret, Sweeney Todd, and more. Watch the video of the performance now!
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Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming are back together for season two of Schmigadoon, teaming up for a bloody-good parody of Sweeney Todd and Mrs. Lovett. BroadwayWorld sat down with Cumming and Chenoweth, who spilled on filming their big musical number, wanting to play their Sweeney Todd roles IRL, the Schmigadoon groupchat, and more!
The album’s 26 vocal tracks are performed throughout the series’ 6 episodes by returning stars Cecily Strong, Keegan-Michael Key, Ariana DeBose, Martin Short, Dove Cameron, Jaime Camil, Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming, Ann Harada, Jane Krakowski, and Aaron Tveit as well as season two newcomers Tituss Burgess and Patrick Page.
Apple TV+ has shared a new sneak peek for the final episode of Schmigadoon!, which is set to be released on Wednesday, May 3. In episode six, “Over and Done,” Will there be a happy ending? Josh and Melissa are presented with a life-changing choice. Watch the new sneak peek video with Aaron Tveit and Dove Cameron now!
In the latest episode of Schmigadoon!, Melissa (Cecily Strong) took to the stage to belt out 'It's My Turn Now,' a reference to 'Maybe This Time' from Cabaret. The latest episode of Schmigadoon also parodied songs from Jesus Christ Superstar, Promises Promises, Little Shop of Horrors, and more. Watch the video of the performance now!
Apple TV+'s musical series Schmigadoon! has changed Emmy categories. The streaming service as submitted Schmigadoon's second season in the scripted variety series category, after previously being placed in comedy series for season one. However, actors like Jane Krakowski, Kristin Chenoweth, and more will still compete in comedy serues categories.
On the final week of his Late Late Night Show, James Corden enlists Jane Krakowski and Josh Gad to perform one last musical in the crosswalk on Beverly Blvd. in front of CBS. With tunes from 'There’s No Business Like Show Business,' 'Singin' In The Rain' and 'La La Land' the trio pays homage to the industry. Watch the video now!
Aaron Tveit sat down with the ladies of The View to discuss his run in Moulin Rouge! on Broadway and returning for the new season of Schmigadoon! In the video, Tveit discusses how Moulin Rouge changed him and playing a mash-up of characters from Pippin, Godspell, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Hair in the new season of Schmigadoon, Schmicago!
A video clip from the penultimate episode of Schmigadoon! has been released. The clip features a first look at a new musical number from the upcoming episode inspired by music from Jesus Christ Superstar. Watch Tituss Burgess, Keegan-Michael Key, Cecily Strong, Patrick Page, Dove Cameron, Aaron Tveit, and more in action in the new episode!
In the latest episode of Schmigadoon, Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming joined forces for a big musical number, continuing to channel their Sweeney Todd-inspired characters. The performance also features references to Annie, Bye Bye Birdie, and more. Watch the video of the performance now!
Watch a sneak peek video from the fourth episode of season two of Schmigadoon! In the sneak peek, Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) and Melissa (Cecily Strong) realize they are still stuck in Schmicago after trying to escape. The are joined by the show's narrator, played by Tituss Burgess, who serenades them with a song.
Apple TV+ has shared the full performance video of Jane Krakowski's 'Bells & Whistles' in the new episode of Schmigadoon! The music in the song is inspired by 'Dance: 10; Looks: 3' from A Chorus Line, 'I'm Not Getting Married Today' from Company, and 'I Can't Do It Alone' from Chicago. Watch the performance video now!
In the latest episode of Schmigadoon, Kristin Chenoweth made her return as Miss Codwell, a new character inspired by Mrs. Lovett from Sweeney Todd and Miss Hannigan from Annie. Watch a video of Chenoweth singing 'Worst Brats in Town,' a takeoff on 'Worst Pies in London' from Sweeney Todd, below!
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Audible Inc. has announced new performance dates for Center of the YOUniverse, a new show starring six-time Emmy Award nominee Tituss Burgess and Tony Award winner Jane Krakowski. See how to purchase tickets!
Jane Krakowski has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
Jane Krakowski has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
Jane Krakowski's first West End show was Guys and Dolls which opened in 2005
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for She Loves Me , Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for She Loves Me , Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for She Loves Me , Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls , Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nine , Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nine , Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nine Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Grand Hotel and Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Grand Hotel .
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for She Loves Me, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for She Loves Me, Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls, Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nine Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nine and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nine.
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