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BIO

Jared Grimes is a quadruple threat in the world of the arts where he is heavily making his mark in singing, dancing, acting, and choreographing. On numerous occasions, he has danced alongside legends such as Wynton Marsalis, Gregory Hines, Ben Vereen, Jerry Lewis and Fayard Nicholas. and also performed for Barack Obama and Ted Kennedy at the Kennedy Center. Most recently on Broadway, Jared could be seen in the Tony Award-winning production of A Soldier’s Play.



Grimes has toured with Musical legend, Mariah Carey, under the choreography of Marty Kudelka, and danced for artists such as Common, Salt-n-Pepa, Envogue, Busta Rhymes and the Roots. Jared’s theater credits include, After Midnight on Broadway directed by Warren Carlyle, Twist directed by Debbie Allen, Babes in Arms at the Goodspeed Opera House choreographed by Randy Skinner, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes directed by John Rando at Encores and Broadway Underground directed by himself.

In the world of acting, Jared is known for his recurring role of ‘Adrian’ on NBC’s hit show “Manifest.” He performed the lead role of ‘Jackson’ in the Annapurna feature film Swing Kids and Sammy Davis Jr.’s “Birth of the Blues” on Michael Feinstein’s American Songbook for PBS. Other film credits include Paramount’s, The Marc Pease Experience starring Ben Stiller, New Line Cinema’s Little Manhattan and Elevation Filmwork’s’ First Born starring Elizabeth Shue. Grimes has appeared in commercials for Coca-Cola, Subway, MTV and television shows such as CBS’ “Star Search,” “Showtime at the Apollo,” ABC Family’s “Dance Fever” and “The Jerry Lewis Telethon.”

Grimes made his choreography debut in Cirque Du Soleil’s, Banana Shpeel Off-Broadway, choreographed commercials for Chili’s and also assisted choreography with Kristin Denehy for Macy’s popular Kids Bop commercial.

Recently he was a choreographer of After Midnight on Broadway and associate choreographer of Holler If You Hear Me, the Tupac musical.

Jared was a lead in the Radio CIty Spring Spectacular and recently choreographed the feature film “Breaking Brooklyn” with director Paul Becker.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Eddie Ryan

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company's Original Broadway Production, 2020
Private Tony Smalls

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
Muny Revival, 2018
Scarecrow

[Off-Broadway]
Radio City Musical Hall Production, 2015
Marshall

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Performer

[New York]
Encores! Concert, 2012
Performer

[Regional (US)]
Goodspeed Revival, 2002
Ivor


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Jared Grimes, Funny Girl

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Jared Grimes, Funny Girl

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Video: Jay Armstrong Johnson Performs 'De-Lovely' And More From ANYTHING GOES at The Muny

The Muny in St. Louis has set sail with Anything Goes, running through August 25th, 2024. Get a new look at the production in a new highlight reel featuring Jay Armstrong Johnson's rendition of the classic tune, 'It's De-Lovely'. Watch the video!
Photos & Video: ANYTHING GOES at The Muny Starring Jeanna de Waal & More

Check out photos and video of Anything Goes at The Muny! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Inside Rehearsals for ANYTHING GOES at The Muny

Go into the rehearsal studio with Jeanna de Waal (Reno Sweeney), Jay Armstrong Johnson (Billy Crocker), and more as they perform the title song  from Anything Goes at The Muny!
Video: Jeanna de Waal Sings 'I Get a Kick Out of You' from ANYTHING GOES at The Muny

Go into the rehearsal studio with Jeanna deWaal (Reno Sweeney) as she performs a selection from “I Get a Kick Out of You' with accompanist Zach Neumann at The Muny! Check out the video.
Full Cast Set for ANYTHING GOES at The Muny Starring Jeanna de Waal & More

The full cast has been revealed for Anything Goes at The Muny! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
BroadwayCon Unveils First Slate of 2024 Panels and Programming

BroadwayCon has revealed 2024 programming and panels! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: CHOREOGRAPHERS ELLENORE SCOTT & AYODELE CASEL GIVE FUNNY GIRL'S SAGA FLAIR, FUN & FINESSE

VJM: Thank you both for giving of your time to answer my questions.  I don’t think I’ve ever heard of two Choreographers being hired for the same Broadway show, not even a revival, that I can think of.  How did that come about for both of you? Ellenore Scott:  Funny Girl was my Broadway debut as a choreographer. I was so happy when I got a call from Michael Mayer (the director) asking me to work on this revival with him. He knew I was NOT a tap dancer and was aware of the multiple tap routines in the show and asked if I would be down to share the billing with Ayodele Casel. Ayo is an extraordinary artist so I was thrilled to be by her side as she made her Broadway debut as well. Michael first met me initially at Head Over Heels on Broadway where I was an associate choreographer to Spencer Liff. In 2019, he asked if I would choreograph the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors and we opened the show October 17th, 2019. I have loved working with Michael and feel as though he keeps his people close and I’m grateful he thought of me for this historic revival. Ayodele Casel:  I met Michael Mayer in 2016 when he directed a New York City Center Encores! show I performed in.  Later that fall he invited me to perform that piece in a Broadway for Hillary fundraiser he was also directing. We'd kept in touch over the years and in 2019, after seeing a show I’d premiered at The Joyce Theater, he asked if I would be interested in providing the Tap choreography for a revival he was working on. Like Ellenore shared, Michael wanted to work with us both to deliver the full choreographic vision of the show. I believe it was a very progressive vision on his part and I’m really thankful that I was able to make my Broadway debut with this team.
Jeanna de Waal, Jay Armstrong Johnson, and More Will Lead ANYTHING GOES at the Muny

Jeanna de Waal, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Kevin Chamberlin, George Abud, Kimberly Immanuel, Adrianna Hicks, Ann Harada, Lara Teeter, Eric Jordan Young, Danny Gardner, Spencer Jones and Joe Capstick will star in the Muny production of Anything Goes.
Jared Grimes To Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards

Jared Grimes will host the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards on May 20 at NYU Skirball Center, celebrating excellence in dance and choreography on Broadway and beyond.
Jared Grimes to Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards

Jared Grimes will host the Chita Rivera Awards. See who is nominated and learn more about the awards!
Review: A CELEBRATION OF TONY BENNETT Was a Starry Night at Jazz at Lincoln Center

This year's Jazz at Lincoln Center gala featured a host of star-studded performers including Kristin Chenoweth, Bernadette Peters, Josh Groban, and many more. A small sample of the hundreds of songs superstar Tony Bennett recorded and sang in concerts sparkled in this one-night-only concert on April 17th.
Photos: Inside Jazz at Lincoln Center's Gala CELEBRATING TONY BENNETT

On Wednesday April 17th at 7 pm, theatergoers gathered at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Theater for their annual gala. This year's gala paid tribute to Tony Bennett with guests including Rubén Blades, Bernadette Peters, Norm Lewis, Kristin Chenoweth, Bill Charlap, Jared Grimes, Ekep Nkwelle, and many more. See highlights from the concert.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" April 15 to April 21, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week.
Jazz at Lincoln Center's 2024 Gala CELEBRATING TONY BENNETT To Be Livestreamed

Jazz at Lincoln Center has announced that its 2024 Gala, Celebrating Tony Bennett, will be available for Jazz Live subscribers to stream live on April 17, 2024 at 7 p.m. EDT. This year, Jazz at Lincoln Center’s signature fundraising event celebrates the late, great vocalist Tony Bennett’s unique contributions and fierce dedication to the jazz community. Celebrating Tony Bennett—hosted by Josh Groban and anchored by the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis—features special guests, Bernadette Peters, Kristin Chenoweth, Norm Lewis, and more.
John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Jared Grimes & More Join The Muny's 106th Season

The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers and music directors for its 2024 season. Learn about the shows this season and see how to purchase tickets!
The Joyce Theater Foundation to Present Eight Edition of American Dance Platform

The Joyce Theater Foundation is continuing its mission to bring the best in dance to its New York City stage in the eighth iteration of American Dance Platform.
THE POLAR EXPRESS Comes to Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater Next Month

Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater presents Gabriel Chajnik’s The Polar Express, based on Chris Van Allsburg’s beloved children’s book from 1985, at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center in Deal Park from December 1 through 10.
Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater Presents THE POLAR EXPRESS, A HOLIDAY DANCE-THEATER SPECTACULAR, December 1-10

Experience the magic of 'The Polar Express' in a new dance tradition presented by Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater. Don't miss this enchanting holiday performance!
�¿Chicago Human Rhythm Project Presents Anniversary HOLIDAY RHYTHMS This December

Chicago Human Rhythm Project  to present 35th Anniversary presentation of Holiday Rhythms. Get full details.
DRAG THE HALLS Comes to the Olney Theatre Next Month

Drag is back for the holidays at Olney Theatre Center with Drag the Halls, two nights of holiday-themed performances on December 8 and 9 in the 1938 Original Theatre.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jared Grimes been in?

Jared Grimes has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Jared Grimes been in?

Jared Grimes has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jared Grimes been nominated for?

Jared Grimes has been nominated for the following awards: Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in Funny Girl, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards, also for Funny Girl.

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