Jenn Thompson
Latest News on Jenn Thompson:
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Receives Federal Funding for Expanded Arts Education (Feb 12, 2026)
Review: DECEIVED at Arizona Theatre Company (Oct 27, 2025)
LES MISÉRABLES and More Set for Hudson Valley Shakespeare 2026 Season (Oct 22, 2025)
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Receives Federal Funding for Expanded Arts Education (Feb 12, 2026)
Review: DECEIVED at Arizona Theatre Company (Oct 27, 2025)
LES MISÉRABLES and More Set for Hudson Valley Shakespeare 2026 Season (Oct 22, 2025)
BIO
Jenn Thompson is a freelance, Drama Desk-nominated director whose work has been seen in NYC and at theaters across the country, including The Denver Center, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Hartford Stage, Goodspeed Musicals, St. Louis Rep, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, City Theatre, and many others.
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David Staller with Jack Cummins, Kari Bernston, Robert Cuccioli, Arnie Burton, David Huynh, Brandon Jones, Terry Teachout, Nancy Anderson, Mara Davi, Finn Douglas, Talene Monahon, Lauren Yarger and Jenn Thompson
Date:
09/19/2017
From: Photo Coverage: Project Shaw Presents Rachel Crothers' A MAN'S WORLD
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jenn ThompsonWomen Without Men
Videos
Video: 'Grow For Me' In Rehearsals For South Coast Rep's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-18 17:09:16
Video: Michael Starr Performs 'All I Need Is the Girl' In GYPSY at Goodspeed Musicals
by Alan Henry - 2023-05-24 11:37:39
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at the New ANNIE National Tour
by Show Highlights - 2022-10-11 16:19:54
VIDEO: First Look at the Newly Updated DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL at Children's Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2022-05-02 12:42:05
VIDEO: Jane Austen Trivia With the Cast of MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY
by RME Intern - 2017-12-04 11:01:38
VIDEO: Cast of Goodspeed's OKLAHOMA! Shares Message of Hope, Love, and Unity in the Wake of Las Vegas Shooting
by BWW News Desk - 2017-10-03 13:48:54
VIDEO: We 'Cain't Say No' to Highlights from OKLAHOMA! at Goodspeed Musicals
by BWW News Desk - 2017-08-02 13:33:18
VIDEO: Watch Highlights and 'Lily's Eyes' Scene from THE SECRET GARDEN at Denver Center
by Stage Tube - 2017-05-12 16:31:16
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Goodspeed's BYE, BYE BIRDIE
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-07-02 10:07:44
VIDEO: Mint Theater Continues Commitment To Forgotten Women Playwrights With Hazel Ellis' WOMEN WITHOUT MEN
by Michael Dale - 2016-01-08 12:33:02
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of TACT's ABUNDANCE at Theatre Row
by Stage Tube - 2015-02-24 17:18:06
TV Exclusive: Kathryn Erbe & John Pankow Talk TACT's NATURAL AFFECTION
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-10-15 16:55:14
News
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Receives Federal Funding for Expanded Arts Education
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026
Hudson Valley Shakespeare has received $534,000 in Federal Funding for free and reduced-cost Public School arts education expansion thanks to U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026
Hudson Valley Shakespeare has received $534,000 in Federal Funding for free and reduced-cost Public School arts education expansion thanks to U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.
Review: DECEIVED at Arizona Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Oct 27, 2025
Patrick Hamilton’s Gas Light lit its first flame in 1938, a moody little stage thriller set in the fog-drenched backstreets of 1880s London. It was a venom-laced marital drama where domesticity was turned into a psychological trap.
by Herbert Paine - Oct 27, 2025
Patrick Hamilton’s Gas Light lit its first flame in 1938, a moody little stage thriller set in the fog-drenched backstreets of 1880s London. It was a venom-laced marital drama where domesticity was turned into a psychological trap.
LES MISÉRABLES and More Set for Hudson Valley Shakespeare 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Hudson Valley Shakespeare has unveiled its 2026 Season, which will be the first season in its new, permanent theater space, the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Hudson Valley Shakespeare has unveiled its 2026 Season, which will be the first season in its new, permanent theater space, the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center. Learn more!
THE SNOW GOOSE World Premiere and More Set for Goodspeed Musicals 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Two-time Tony Award-winning Goodspeed Musicals has revealed its 2026 season at The Goodspeed, featuring the world premiere of The Snow Goose and more! See the full season lineup here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Two-time Tony Award-winning Goodspeed Musicals has revealed its 2026 season at The Goodspeed, featuring the world premiere of The Snow Goose and more! See the full season lineup here.
Review: DECEIVED at Arizona Theatre Company
by Zach Wetzel - Oct 4, 2025
DECEIVED is a psychological thriller rollercoaster full of twists and turns.
by Zach Wetzel - Oct 4, 2025
DECEIVED is a psychological thriller rollercoaster full of twists and turns.
Arizona Theatre Company to Bring DECEIVED Based On Patrick Hamilton's Play GASLIGHT To Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
Arizona Theatre Company will ramp up preparations for its 58th season opener Deceived by welcoming award winning artists from Broadway and Arizona. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
Arizona Theatre Company will ramp up preparations for its 58th season opener Deceived by welcoming award winning artists from Broadway and Arizona. Learn more!
Review: ANNIE at Dolby Theatre
by Amanda Callas - May 21, 2025
Annie is a charming classic musical at the Dolby Theatre through May 18th. This touring production of Annie has a fantastic cast, iconic songs, and a soaring optimism and pure-heartedness that feel rejuvenating.
by Amanda Callas - May 21, 2025
Annie is a charming classic musical at the Dolby Theatre through May 18th. This touring production of Annie has a fantastic cast, iconic songs, and a soaring optimism and pure-heartedness that feel rejuvenating.
Review: ANNIE at Texas Performing Arts
by Sabrina Wallace - May 6, 2025
Annie is a heartfelt, faithful revival and a timeless message of hope. The red-haired orphan and her cast of outcasts left the audience smiling and on its feet, proving once more that “The sun’ll come out tomorrow”
by Sabrina Wallace - May 6, 2025
Annie is a heartfelt, faithful revival and a timeless message of hope. The red-haired orphan and her cast of outcasts left the audience smiling and on its feet, proving once more that “The sun’ll come out tomorrow”
Review: ANNIE at the National Theatre in Washington, DC
by Brian Bochicchio - Apr 14, 2025
It's an age-old showbiz adage—never work with children or animals. But here that advice is thrown out as the luminaries of the show are a plucky pixie adorned with bright red hair accompanied by a lovable shaggy labradoodle. Hey, in a season of uncertainty, a little schmaltz is appreciated.
by Brian Bochicchio - Apr 14, 2025
It's an age-old showbiz adage—never work with children or animals. But here that advice is thrown out as the luminaries of the show are a plucky pixie adorned with bright red hair accompanied by a lovable shaggy labradoodle. Hey, in a season of uncertainty, a little schmaltz is appreciated.
ANNIE North American Tour Coming to Pikes Peak Center in March
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present the iconic Tony Award®-winning musical ANNIE. This production is part of the 24–25 BROADWAY AT PIKES PEAK CENTER Series and will take the Pikes Peak Center stage March 24–26, 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present the iconic Tony Award®-winning musical ANNIE. This production is part of the 24–25 BROADWAY AT PIKES PEAK CENTER Series and will take the Pikes Peak Center stage March 24–26, 2025.
ANNIE Comes to the Lied Center This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025
Leapin’ Lizards! An all-new tour of the Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play the Lied Center for Performing Arts this month. Learn more about the upcoming engagement here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025
Leapin’ Lizards! An all-new tour of the Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play the Lied Center for Performing Arts this month. Learn more about the upcoming engagement here!
The Buddy Holly Hall Will Present ANNIE
by Emmy Rice - Mar 1, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present the Tony Award ® -winning musical ANNIE. This production is part of the 24–25 BROADWAY AT THE BUDDY HOLLY HALL Series and will take The Buddy Holly Hall stage.
by Emmy Rice - Mar 1, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present the Tony Award ® -winning musical ANNIE. This production is part of the 24–25 BROADWAY AT THE BUDDY HOLLY HALL Series and will take The Buddy Holly Hall stage.
Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Two River Theater Intrigues at Every Turn
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 28, 2025
Do you enjoy thrillers? If so, get your tickets for Two River Theater’s fantastic production of 'Dial M for Murder.'
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 28, 2025
Do you enjoy thrillers? If so, get your tickets for Two River Theater’s fantastic production of 'Dial M for Murder.'
DIAL M FOR MURDER to begin Performances at Two River This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
Two River Theater's stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic, Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, from the original by Frederick Knott, starts performances this weekend. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
Two River Theater's stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic, Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, from the original by Frederick Knott, starts performances this weekend. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
ANNIE Comes To Bass Concert Hall This May
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025
The 2024-25 tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Bass Concert Hall from May 2-4, 2025 as part of the Texas Performing Arts Broadway in Austin season.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025
The 2024-25 tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Bass Concert Hall from May 2-4, 2025 as part of the Texas Performing Arts Broadway in Austin season.
Two River Unveils Curated Events & Expanded Accessibility in Conjunction with DIAL M FOR MURDER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed free curated events and accessibility services in conjunction with the stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic–Dial M for Murder. Learn more about the events and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed free curated events and accessibility services in conjunction with the stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic–Dial M for Murder. Learn more about the events and see how to attend.
What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America in 2025? - A Complete Guide
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
Harris Center Presents ANNIE In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
Harris Center for The Arts will present the Tony Award-Winning musical ANNIE, performing six times, February 14-16, with three evening performances at 6:30pm, and three matinees at 1:30pm.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
Harris Center for The Arts will present the Tony Award-Winning musical ANNIE, performing six times, February 14-16, with three evening performances at 6:30pm, and three matinees at 1:30pm.
Cast Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at Two River Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic, Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic, Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Tony Award-Winning Musical ANNIE Begins This Month At Peoria Civic Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE. This production is part of the 24–25 AMEREN ILLINOIS BROADWAY IN PEORIA Series and will take the Peoria Civic Center stage Jan. 21–22, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE. This production is part of the 24–25 AMEREN ILLINOIS BROADWAY IN PEORIA Series and will take the Peoria Civic Center stage Jan. 21–22, 2025.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Jenn Thompson been nominated for?
and Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Women Without Men.
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