In July of this summer, I did my very first BroadwayCon, which is an annual conference here in New York City about all things Broadway and theater, and while I was there, I got to be a part of events hosted by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Jelani Alladin
In his Broadway debut, he originated the role of Kristoff in Frozen (2018). Off-Broadway: Sweetee (Signature Theatre); Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope (York Theatre).
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BIO
In his Broadway debut, he originated the role of Kristoff in Frozen (2018).
Off-Broadway: Sweetee (Signature Theatre); Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope (York Theatre). Regional: I and You (TheatreSquared), Choir Boy (Studio Theatre DC, Marin Theatre Company - San Francisco Critics Circle Award, Best Leading Actor in a Play), The History Boys (Palm Beach Dramaworks - Carbonell Award, Best Ensemble), Violet (Clarence Brown), Josephine (Asolo Rep - world premiere). Graduate of the NYU Tisch New Studio on Broadway. Many thanks to my managers at Cyd LeVin & Associates. @jelanialladin
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Performer
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Jelani Alladin
Connection
Movies
I Didn't Come Here to Make Love
[ 2017 ] Jelani
[ 2017 ] Jelani
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] David
[ 2021 ] David
Respect
[ 2021 ] Jon
[ 2021 ] Jon
Beneath the Fold
[ 2024 ] Stanley
[ 2024 ] Stanley
TV Shows
The Walking Dead: World Beyond
Will Campbell
Will Campbell
Blue Bloods
[ 2024 ] Jaylen Davis
[ 2024 ] Jaylen Davis
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Jelani Alladin, Frozen
Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award
Jelani Alladin, Frozen
Videos
Video: Tonya Pinkins Sings 'When It Ends' from THE WILD PARTY at New York City Center Encores!
by Gillian Blum - 2026-03-28 19:22:45
Video: Jordan Donica Sings 'Wouldn't It Be Nice?' in Encores! THE WILD PARTY
by Michael Major - 2026-03-27 11:18:41
Video: Jasmine Amy Rogers & Adrienne Warren Sing 'Best Friend' in THE WILD PARTY
by Michael Major - 2026-03-23 12:51:10
Video: Why THE WILD PARTY is an 'Unusual' Production for Encores!
by Luka Vonier - 2026-03-11 13:51:24
Video: Inside Rehearsal For THE WILD PARTY at New York City Center
by Michael Major - 2026-03-10 12:06:15
Video: First Look At Jasmine Amy Rogers, Jelani Alladin And Jordan Donica In THE WILD PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-02-18 22:28:42
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
by Michael Major - 2024-10-15 12:13:54
Video: Billy Porter Talks Broadway for Harris on MSNBC's THE WEEKEND
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-09-08 15:59:01
Video: Watch Matt Bomer & Jelani Alladin in the FELLOW TRAVELERS Trailer With Jonathan Bailey, Noah J. Ricketts & More
by Michael Major - 2023-10-03 09:18:05
Video: Watch Jonathan Bailey & Matt Bomer in FELLOW TRAVELERS Series Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - 2023-06-01 16:14:39
VIDEO: Betsy Wolfe, Andrew Rannells and More Take Part in Bryant Park's Broadway-Bound Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-08-03 15:44:58
Photos & Video: Broadway's Return Continues Disney-Style with Live at The New Am: A Benefit Concert for The Actors Fund
by Robert Diamond - 2021-07-23 06:53:23
VIDEO: Ariana DeBose Sings Reimagined 'Shall We Dance?' For R&H Goes Pop!
by Stephi Wild - 2021-03-24 10:50:20
VIDEO: Dyllón Burnside to Sing 'Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered' for R&H GOES POP!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-08-26 12:22:22
VIDEO: Laura Osnes, Patti Murin, and More on What TDF Means to Them
by Stephi Wild - 2020-06-26 06:05:15
TV: Watch Highlights from The Shubert Foundation High School Theatre Festival!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-06-16 11:31:00
VIDEO: Stars of Stage And Screen Align To Celebrate 25 Magical Years of Disney On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-11-05 17:53:26
News
Video: Tonya Pinkins Sings 'When It Ends' from THE WILD PARTY at New York City Center Encores!
by Gillian Blum - Mar 28, 2026
Watch Tonya Pinkins sing 'When It Ends' from The Wild Party at New York City Center Encores! in this video from the production, which runs until March 29.
by Gillian Blum - Mar 28, 2026
Watch Tonya Pinkins sing 'When It Ends' from The Wild Party at New York City Center Encores! in this video from the production, which runs until March 29.
Video: Jordan Donica Sings 'Wouldn't It Be Nice?' in Encores! THE WILD PARTY
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2026
Watch a new video of Tony Nominee Jordan Donica performing 'Wouldn't It Be Nice?'in The Wild Party. The acclaimed production of Michael John LaChiusa's musical must close at New York City Center on March 29.
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2026
Watch a new video of Tony Nominee Jordan Donica performing 'Wouldn't It Be Nice?'in The Wild Party. The acclaimed production of Michael John LaChiusa's musical must close at New York City Center on March 29.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 25, 2026- GIANT Opens On Broadway and More
by - Mar 25, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 25, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Mar 25, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 25, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Jelani Alladin & Jasmine Amy Rogers Sing 'People Like Us' in THE WILD PARTY
by Michael Major - Mar 24, 2026
Watch Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers and Jelani Alladin sing 'People Like Us' in newly-released footage from The Wild Party. Check out the new video now!
by Michael Major - Mar 24, 2026
Watch Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers and Jelani Alladin sing 'People Like Us' in newly-released footage from The Wild Party. Check out the new video now!
Video: Jasmine Amy Rogers & Adrienne Warren Sing 'Best Friend' in THE WILD PARTY
by Michael Major - Mar 23, 2026
New York City Center Encores! has released new video footage of Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers and Tony winner Adrienne Warren performing 'Best Friend' from The Wild Party. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Mar 23, 2026
New York City Center Encores! has released new video footage of Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers and Tony winner Adrienne Warren performing 'Best Friend' from The Wild Party. Watch the video!
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Spring 2026- A Complete Guide
by Team BWW - Mar 27, 2026
What’s happening Off-Broadway this spring? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this season. Spring 2026 is packed with exciting revivals, new works, and star-powered productions.
by Team BWW - Mar 27, 2026
What’s happening Off-Broadway this spring? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this season. Spring 2026 is packed with exciting revivals, new works, and star-powered productions.
Photos: THE WILD PARTY Opens at City Center
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 19, 2026
The Wild Party is in full swing and is currently in performances at New York City Center Encores! Go inside opening night of the starry new production in new photos from the curtain call and after party!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 19, 2026
The Wild Party is in full swing and is currently in performances at New York City Center Encores! Go inside opening night of the starry new production in new photos from the curtain call and after party!
Review Roundup: Star-Studded THE WILD PARTY Opens At City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
Reviews are in for The Wild Party, currently in performances at New York City Center Encores! See what the critics had to say about the starry new production led by BOOP! star Jasmine Amy Rogers, Jelani Alladin, Jordan Donica, Adrienne Warren and more!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
Reviews are in for The Wild Party, currently in performances at New York City Center Encores! See what the critics had to say about the starry new production led by BOOP! star Jasmine Amy Rogers, Jelani Alladin, Jordan Donica, Adrienne Warren and more!
Video: Watch Highlights from Encores! THE WILD PARTY
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2026
Watch new video footage from The Wild Party at New York City Center Encores!, featuring Jasmine Amy Rogers, Adrienne Warren, Tonya Pinkins, Jelani Alladin, Wesley J. Barnes, Jordan Donica, and more.
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2026
Watch new video footage from The Wild Party at New York City Center Encores!, featuring Jasmine Amy Rogers, Adrienne Warren, Tonya Pinkins, Jelani Alladin, Wesley J. Barnes, Jordan Donica, and more.
Photos: THE WILD PARTY At City Center Starring Jasmine Amy Rogers, Tonya Pinkins and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
Check out newly released photos of The Wild Party, currently in performances at New York City Center Encores! The production features Jasmine Amy Rogers (Queenie), Adrienne Warren (Kate), Tonya Pinkins (Dolores Montoya), Jelani Alladin (Black), and more!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
Check out newly released photos of The Wild Party, currently in performances at New York City Center Encores! The production features Jasmine Amy Rogers (Queenie), Adrienne Warren (Kate), Tonya Pinkins (Dolores Montoya), Jelani Alladin (Black), and more!
Jelani Alladin to Narrate THERE'S ONLY ONE SIN IN HOLLYWOOD Audiobook
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2026
Broadway actor Jelani Alladin will lend his voice to the audiobook adaptation of 'THERE'S ONLY ONE SIN IN HOLLYWOOD.' The announcement was made by the novel's author, Rasheed Newson, who confirmed that Alladin's narration will bring a new dimension to the storytelling. This collaboration highlights Alladin's versatility and enriches the novel's exploration of Hollywood's complex landscape. The audiobook release date and additional details are yet to be announced.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2026
Broadway actor Jelani Alladin will lend his voice to the audiobook adaptation of 'THERE'S ONLY ONE SIN IN HOLLYWOOD.' The announcement was made by the novel's author, Rasheed Newson, who confirmed that Alladin's narration will bring a new dimension to the storytelling. This collaboration highlights Alladin's versatility and enriches the novel's exploration of Hollywood's complex landscape. The audiobook release date and additional details are yet to be announced.
Video: Why THE WILD PARTY is an 'Unusual' Production for Encores!
by Luka Vonier - Mar 11, 2026
The Wild Party is being presented at New York City Center Encores! The production features Jasmine Amy Rogers, Adrienne Warren and more. Hear from Tonya Pinkins, director Lili-Anne Brown and others from the company.
by Luka Vonier - Mar 11, 2026
The Wild Party is being presented at New York City Center Encores! The production features Jasmine Amy Rogers, Adrienne Warren and more. Hear from Tonya Pinkins, director Lili-Anne Brown and others from the company.
Video: Inside Rehearsal For THE WILD PARTY at New York City Center
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2026
Go inside rehearsal for The Wild Party at New York City Center Encores! The videos feature Jasmine Amy Rogers and Adrienne Warren as Queenie and Kate, alongside original Broadway cast member Tonya Pinkins returning to the show as Dolores Montoya.
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2026
Go inside rehearsal for The Wild Party at New York City Center Encores! The videos feature Jasmine Amy Rogers and Adrienne Warren as Queenie and Kate, alongside original Broadway cast member Tonya Pinkins returning to the show as Dolores Montoya.
Kecia Lewis and Kelsie Watts Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Tony Award-winner Kecia Lewis and Kelsie Watts have joined the lineup of Broadway voices taking the stage in support of people living with pulmonary fibrosis (PF), a life-threatening lung disease at Broadway Belts for PFF.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Tony Award-winner Kecia Lewis and Kelsie Watts have joined the lineup of Broadway voices taking the stage in support of people living with pulmonary fibrosis (PF), a life-threatening lung disease at Broadway Belts for PFF.
Video: THE WILD PARTY First Day with the Encores! Orchestra
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
The Wild Party will be presented at New York City Center Encores! this spring. You can now get a look inside the first day with the Encores! orchestra for the production in a new video.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
The Wild Party will be presented at New York City Center Encores! this spring. You can now get a look inside the first day with the Encores! orchestra for the production in a new video.
Video: First Look At Jasmine Amy Rogers, Jelani Alladin And Jordan Donica In THE WILD PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Go behind the scenes of ENCORES! THE WILD PARTY, starring Jasmine Amy Rogers (BOOP!), Jelani Alladin (Frozen), and Jordan Donica (Camelot) as City Center releases a new look at the stars during their first cast photo shoot. Watch the video!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Go behind the scenes of ENCORES! THE WILD PARTY, starring Jasmine Amy Rogers (BOOP!), Jelani Alladin (Frozen), and Jordan Donica (Camelot) as City Center releases a new look at the stars during their first cast photo shoot. Watch the video!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 11, 2026- CHICAGO and More Up In The Grosses
by - Feb 11, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 11, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 11, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 11, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Jelani Alladin, Jordan Donica and Tonya Pinkins Join Encores! THE WILD PARTY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
The complete cast has been set for New York City Center Encores! The Wild Party. Original Broadway cast member Tonya Pinkins returns to the show, this time as Dolores Montoya.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
The complete cast has been set for New York City Center Encores! The Wild Party. Original Broadway cast member Tonya Pinkins returns to the show, this time as Dolores Montoya.
Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and More to Star in BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The lineup has been revealed for the 16th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! at SONY Hall with a simultaneous virtual livestream. The event will feature Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The lineup has been revealed for the 16th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! at SONY Hall with a simultaneous virtual livestream. The event will feature Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and more.
Santino Fontana, Tony Shalhoub, and More Will Lead LIGHT UP THE SKY Reading at Symphony Space
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
A staged reading of Moss Hart’s Light Up the Sky is coming to Symphony Space next month. The one-night-only reading is set for December 16. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
A staged reading of Moss Hart’s Light Up the Sky is coming to Symphony Space next month. The one-night-only reading is set for December 16. Learn more about the production here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jelani Alladin been in?
Jelani Alladin has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Jelani Alladin been in?
Jelani Alladin has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jelani Alladin been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Frozen and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Frozen.
Podcasts
"E-Ticket to Broadway" LIVE at BroadwayCon!
A live recording from the 2022 BroadwayCon with host David Alpert and special guests Andrew Barth Feldman (Dear Evan Hansen), Lesli Margherita (Matilda), and Jelani Remy (The Lion King).
Jelani Remy, Curtain Up! Jelani and Eli talk about: Lion King. Ain't Too Proud. Emcee in Cabaret. High School Musical. Papermill Playhouse. Audience is your scene partner. Touring vs Broadway. Learning from Experience. Gone Forgotten Year in Tribeca Film Festival.
24 - Life Lessons from 24 Changemakers
Welcome to our season finale of Conversations with Changemakers. Listen now to discover the biggest takeaways and through lines from conversations with 23 Changemakers: Be Authentic. Identity ≠ Job. Artist = Business. Be Fearless. Define Success.
E-Ticket to Broadway
20 - Jelani Alladin: The Hero's Journey
On this episode of Conversations with Changemakers, we speak with Jelani Alladin. In this interview, we discuss: What he wishes he knew before his Broadway debut. The balance of authenticity and brand strategy in the public eye.
It's been a wonderful ride despite some growing pains and losses along the way. My first year of podcasting has nonetheless taught me a great deal, and I hope you've learned a thing or two as well.
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