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BIO

JENNY LEE STERN is a Bucks County native and Broadway veteran. She was seen on the Great White Way in Rocky (Original Broadway Cast) and A Christmas Story (Madison Square Garden). She toured the country as "Mary Delgado" in Jersey Boys, originating the role in the Chicago and Toronto companies. Off-Broadway, Ms. Stern garnered critical acclaim for her portrayals of Judy Garland, Patti Lupone, Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster (and more!) in Forbidden Broadway: Alive & Kicking. She regularly cameoed as the "Guest Diva" in Forbidden Broadway's latest installment, Spamilton: An American Parody.





Ms. Stern has been seen frequently on the cabaret circuit in NYC, performing at Town Hall, Feinstein's, Birdland, Lincoln Center, and 54 Below, including her solo show, Just a Girl. Regionally, she has found her niche playing "Patsy Cline" in Always...Patsy Cline. She recently played the role (for the 7th & 8th time!) at the Media Theatre and Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. She has been seen on TV in The Sopranos and The Mysteries of Laura. She is currently starring in Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation Off-Broadway in NYC at The Triad Theatre. Cast recordings: Rocky, Forbidden Broadway: Alive & Kicking, Disenchanted!



She works closely with the ALS foundation Every90Minutes. Jenny studied acting at NYU and North Carolina School of the Arts. She is a mother to three young daughters: Nora Bella, Penelope Shayne, and Daisy Blue.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2019

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Joanne

[Off-Broadway]
Madison Square Garden Production, 2013
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
21st Edition, 2012
Performer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical

Jenny Lee Stern, Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole

News


John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
Laurie Beechman Theatre Unveils Halloween Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025

The newly revamped Laurie Beechman Theatre has revealed its line-up of Halloween shows from Tony-nominated Broadway stars, drag artists, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For THE SUBSTANCE Parody Musical
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Inspired by the Academy Award winning Gore-a-palooza, The Substance: The Parody Musical is the deliriously raucous musical event set to splatter 42nd street this Halloween season with blood, gore, and sparkle—Elisabeth Sparkle, that is. 
Understudies & Alternates from MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, SUNSET BOULEVARD, & More Come to Green Room 42
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from MAYBE HAPPY ENDING; PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL; SUNSET BOULEVARD; MOULIN ROUGE!; BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB and REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL.
Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here! 
Photos: LEADER OF THE PACK at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse has released new production photos of its high-energy production of the musical “Leader of the Pack: The Ellie Greenwich Musical.” The  show celebrates the life and legacy of pop music icon Ellie Greenwich. See photos here!
Bucks County Playhouse Reveals Cast and Creative Team for LEADER OF THE PACK
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse brings a new production of the high-energy musical “Leader of the Pack: The Ellie Greenwich Musical” to its stage this summer, celebrating the life and legacy of pop music icon Ellie Greenwich. “
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN and CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Lead 2025 Dorian Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025

John Proctor is the Villain and Cats: The Jellicle Ball received top honors in the group's third annual Dorian Theater Awards.
DEATH BECOMES HER & CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Lead Dorian Theater Award Nominations
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2025

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has revealed the nominations for its third annual Dorian Theater Awards, honoring outstanding achievements across Broadway and Off-Broadway during the 2024-2025 season. Modeled after the group’s acclaimed Dorian Awards for film and television, the theater honors recognize both mainstream productions and those with LGBTQ+ themes or creators.
2025 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2025

Nominations for the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced. This year’s awards, hosted by Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess, will be held on Sunday, June 1 at 6:15pm at NYU Skirball  Check out the full list here!
See Tom Kitt Featuring Ariana DeBose and More at 54 Below in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. The lineup includes Tom Kitt featuring Ariana DeBose, plus more! 
Interview: Jenny Lee Stern of FORBIDDEN BROADWAY at Broadway At The Hobby Center
by Brett Cullum - Apr 17, 2025

Do you ever feel bad making fun of some of these folks? Because I mean, let's face it, Broadway actors. They take themselves a little bit seriously. I am terrified of interviewing Patti Lupone!
See Marilyn Maye, Donna Vivino and More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Donna Vivino, Marilyn Maye and more. See full programming here! 
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!
Lillias White, Noel MacNeal and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Noel MacNeal, Lillias White, and more. See the full lineup and learn more!
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.
Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and More to Perform at 54 Below in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
Ryan Silverman and Jared Zirilli Will Star in Industry Reading of New Musical TESLA
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025

The York Theatre will present developmental industry readings of the new musical Tesla February 20–21 at Open Jar Studios. 
Nichelle Lewis and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including The Wiz's Nichelle Lewis, and many more. See the full lineup! 
Interview: Gerard Alessandrini talks spoofing Sondheim and more in FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 5, 2025

Writer and director Gerard Alessandrini, the comedy mastermind behind “Forbidden Broadway,” has long taken his own Broadway fandom one step further, though, creating iconic parodies of stars like Ethel Merman, Mary Martin, Carol Channing, Liza Minnelli, Yul Brynner, Patti LuPone, Chita Rivera, Mandy Patinkin, and Bernadette Peters and shows including “Hello, Dolly!” “The King & I,”  “Annie,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “The Lion King,” and “Wicked.”

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jenny Lee Stern been in?

Jenny Lee Stern has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Jenny Lee Stern been in?

Jenny Lee Stern has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jenny Lee Stern been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole .

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