Janet Dacal
Latest News on Janet Dacal:
Frank Wildhorn's WONDERLAND Available For Licensing From Music Theatre International (Nov 20, 2025)
Stars Sound Off on Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at CON C DE CUBA (Sep 12, 2025)
CON C DE CUBA: BROADGÜEY Y LA CUBANISIMA Will Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Joe’s Pub (Sep 11, 2025)
Frank Wildhorn's WONDERLAND Available For Licensing From Music Theatre International (Nov 20, 2025)
Stars Sound Off on Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at CON C DE CUBA (Sep 12, 2025)
CON C DE CUBA: BROADGÜEY Y LA CUBANISIMA Will Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Joe’s Pub (Sep 11, 2025)
BIO
JANET DACAL is thrilled to be returning to Broadway with New York, New York. Broadway credits: Prince of Broadway (Eva Peron, Evita, Aurora, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Sydney, It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane, It’s Superman.) In The Heights (Carla, Nina Rosario), Wonderland (Alice), and Good Vibrations (Surfer Girl). First National Tour: The Bands Visit (Dina). This one is for mami. Eres la inspiracion de este papel. Gracias por enseñarme la belleza de nuestra cultura y el ejemplo de vivir con amor a alegría. Te quiero, papi. E, NOITWFMBY. You can download her solo debut album, My Standards, on all digital platforms and follow her @janetdacal.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2008
Carla
Nina [Replacement]
Vanessa (Understudy)
Nina (Understudy)
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2007
Carla
Vanessa (Understudy) [Replacement]
(Understudy)
Movies
Exposed
[ 2016 ] Vocals
[ 2016 ] Vocals
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] Sextet Actor #1
[ 2021 ] Sextet Actor #1
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Ensemble Performances
Janet Dacal, In the Heights
Videos
Video: Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes Celebrate Jimmy Award Wins on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-25 10:21:31
Video: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Opens Up About Making the City Sing
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-07-21 11:28:37
Video: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Kander, and More Discuss NEW YORK, NEW YORK's Story and Score
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-06-18 11:20:11
Video: Watch the Full, Gravity-Defying Tap Number from NEW YORK, NEW YORK
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-06-08 10:35:02
Video: The Cast of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Take Their Opening Night Bows
by Opening Night - 2023-04-27 07:44:51
Video: Watch Highlights from NEW YORK, NEW YORK on Broadway
by Show Highlights - 2023-04-26 14:00:55
Video: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Profiled on CBS Featuring Interviews With Lin-Manuel Miranda, Susan Stroman & More
by Michael Major - 2023-04-24 09:49:01
Video: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Performs 'Music, Money, Love' & Title Song on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2023-04-14 09:39:29
Video: Watch Eric Adams Proclaim John Kander Day, Unveil 'Kander and Ebb Way' with Lin-Manuel Miranda
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-03-25 16:50:27
Video: Company of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Serenades John Kander for His 96th Birthday!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-17 13:29:38
Video: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Members Break Down Their Characters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-02 16:56:18
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Opens Up About Collaborating on Kander & Ebb's NEW YORK, NEW YORK
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-03 09:00:20
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: Talented Teens From Across the U.S. Prepare for The Jimmy Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-06-24 16:06:05
VIDEO: Laura Osnes, Jeremy Jordan, Kerry Ellis, Janet Dacal and More Sing 'Finding Wonderland'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-07-10 13:35:43
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Paper Mill's THE STING Starring Harry Connick, Jr
by Alan Henry - 2018-04-05 12:45:11
News
Frank Wildhorn's WONDERLAND Available For Licensing From Music Theatre International
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2025
Music Theatre International has announced that licensing is now available for Frank Wildhorn's musical Wonderland, a riveting spin on the classic story of Alice and her Looking-Glass World.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2025
Music Theatre International has announced that licensing is now available for Frank Wildhorn's musical Wonderland, a riveting spin on the classic story of Alice and her Looking-Glass World.
Stars Sound Off on Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at CON C DE CUBA
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 12, 2025
Con C de Cuba: Broadgüey y La Cubanisima is coming to Joe's Pub! On Monday, September 15 the venue will launch Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant blend of Cuban humor, music, and soul, directed by Henry Gainza and hosted by Claudia Mulet. Some of the performers shared with BroadwayWorld what the event what celebrating Cuba at this special event means to them.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 12, 2025
Con C de Cuba: Broadgüey y La Cubanisima is coming to Joe's Pub! On Monday, September 15 the venue will launch Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant blend of Cuban humor, music, and soul, directed by Henry Gainza and hosted by Claudia Mulet. Some of the performers shared with BroadwayWorld what the event what celebrating Cuba at this special event means to them.
CON C DE CUBA: BROADGÜEY Y LA CUBANISIMA Will Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Joe’s Pub
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025
Joe’s Pub will present Con C de Cuba: Broadgüey y La Cubanisima on September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Directed by Henry Gainza and hosted by Claudia Mulet, the one-night-only Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff will feature an all-star Cuban cast and live music from members of the Buena Vista Social Club Band.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025
Joe’s Pub will present Con C de Cuba: Broadgüey y La Cubanisima on September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Directed by Henry Gainza and hosted by Claudia Mulet, the one-night-only Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff will feature an all-star Cuban cast and live music from members of the Buena Vista Social Club Band.
Danny Pino, Janet Dacal and More to Join Actors' Playhouse Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025
Actors' Playhouse will present 'The Greatest Show On The Mile,' a gala celebration taking place at the Miracle Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickeets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025
Actors' Playhouse will present 'The Greatest Show On The Mile,' a gala celebration taking place at the Miracle Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickeets!
Video: Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes Celebrate Jimmy Award Wins on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2025
Jimmy Award-winning student performers Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes stopped by Good Morning America on Tuesday, following their respective wins during the ceremony Monday evening. Watch the interview!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2025
Jimmy Award-winning student performers Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes stopped by Good Morning America on Tuesday, following their respective wins during the ceremony Monday evening. Watch the interview!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the Jimmy Awards
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 24, 2025
The most talented teenagers from across the country took the stage at the Minskoff Theatre for the 16th Annual Jimmy Awards, hosted by Josh Groban. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 24, 2025
The most talented teenagers from across the country took the stage at the Minskoff Theatre for the 16th Annual Jimmy Awards, hosted by Josh Groban. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes Win at The 2025 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 24, 2025
BroadwayWorld is excited to report that Chris Hayes and Fabiola Caraballo Quijada have won Best Performance by an Actor and Best Perfromance by an Actress.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 24, 2025
BroadwayWorld is excited to report that Chris Hayes and Fabiola Caraballo Quijada have won Best Performance by an Actor and Best Perfromance by an Actress.
Video: Josh Groban Previews the 2025 Jimmy Awards on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025
Broadway alum Josh Groban returns as host of the 16th annual Jimmy Awards for the second year in a row. Ahead of the big night, the performer stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the ceremony. Watch the interview!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025
Broadway alum Josh Groban returns as host of the 16th annual Jimmy Awards for the second year in a row. Ahead of the big night, the performer stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the ceremony. Watch the interview!
Video: Watch the 2025 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2025
110 of the most talented high schoolers in the country will take the stage at the Minskoff Theatre tonight for the 16th Annual JImmy Awards. The 2025 ceremony will stream for free online beginning at 7:30pm ET on Monday, June 23. Tune in right here to watch live!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2025
110 of the most talented high schoolers in the country will take the stage at the Minskoff Theatre tonight for the 16th Annual JImmy Awards. The 2025 ceremony will stream for free online beginning at 7:30pm ET on Monday, June 23. Tune in right here to watch live!
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More to Take Part in The Jimmy Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
The team of professionals and industry experts who will serve as coaches and judges during the 16th annual Jimmy Awards has been revealed. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
The team of professionals and industry experts who will serve as coaches and judges during the 16th annual Jimmy Awards has been revealed. Learn more here!
Phillipa Soo, Christopher Jackson & More Will Honor Lin-Manuel Miranda at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2025
The Town Hall just announced an expanding roster of legendary artists for its inaugural Spring Shout benefit concert honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda, taking place Monday, May 19. We have the full lineup here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2025
The Town Hall just announced an expanding roster of legendary artists for its inaugural Spring Shout benefit concert honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda, taking place Monday, May 19. We have the full lineup here!
IN THE HEIGHTS and WARRIORS Cast Members to Honor Lin-Manuel Miranda at The Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025
The Town Hall has revealed a cast of Broadway performers for The Town Hall Spring Shout: A Benefit Concert Honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025
The Town Hall has revealed a cast of Broadway performers for The Town Hall Spring Shout: A Benefit Concert Honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda. Learn more and see how to attend.
Katharine McPhee, Roger Bart, and More Will Lead Workshop of New Musical LUCKY US
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
The Orchard Project will present two developmental workshop presentations of the new musical Lucky Us in New York City at Ripley Grier Studios this month.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025
The Orchard Project will present two developmental workshop presentations of the new musical Lucky Us in New York City at Ripley Grier Studios this month.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from GYPSY; MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL; & JULIET; OH, MARY!; HADESTOWN; and more.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from GYPSY; MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL; & JULIET; OH, MARY!; HADESTOWN; and more.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024
Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024
Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…
Photos: Mandy Gonzalez's Opening Night in SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 24, 2024
This week, Drama Desk and OBIE Award winner Mandy Gonzalez made her first guest star appearance as ‘Norma Desmond’ in Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. See photos from Gonzalez's opening night here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 24, 2024
This week, Drama Desk and OBIE Award winner Mandy Gonzalez made her first guest star appearance as ‘Norma Desmond’ in Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. See photos from Gonzalez's opening night here!
IN THE HEIGHTS Original Cast Reunites For Mandy Gonzalez's SUNSET BOULEVARD Debut
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2024
Mandy Gonzalez's first Sunset Boulevard performance featured a star-studded audience of her former co-stars. Original cast members of In The Heights were in attendance at Gonzalez's first performance as Norma Desmond, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Christopher Jackson, Robin de Jesús, Janet Dacal, Joshua Henry, Andrea Burns, Javier Muñoz, and more.
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2024
Mandy Gonzalez's first Sunset Boulevard performance featured a star-studded audience of her former co-stars. Original cast members of In The Heights were in attendance at Gonzalez's first performance as Norma Desmond, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Christopher Jackson, Robin de Jesús, Janet Dacal, Joshua Henry, Andrea Burns, Javier Muñoz, and more.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 in August, featuring Broadway's rising stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 in August, featuring Broadway's rising stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Janet Dacal been in?
Janet Dacal has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Janet Dacal been in?
Janet Dacal has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Janet Dacal been nominated for?
and Outstanding Ensemble Performances (Drama Desk Awards) for In the Heights.
What awards has Janet Dacal won?
Janet Dacal won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Ensemble Performance for her work in In the Heights.
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