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BIO

Jessica is currently the standby for Idina Menzel in Redwood. This past spring, she received rave reviews for her singular portrayal of Penelope in Signature Theater’s Penelope. Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen (Heidi Hansen); Leap of Faith (Marla); Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (Marian); Next to Normal (Diana standby); Jesus Christ Superstar; The Scarlet Pimpernel. National Tour: Dear Evan Hansen. Off Broadway: Next to Normal. Regional: Goodspeed: Deathless (dir: Tina Landau); Williamstown Theatre Festival: Unknown Soldier, and more. TV/Film: NBC: 5 seasons on “Law and Order: SVU” as ADA Pippa Cox; Paramount+: Season 2 of “Why Women Kill” as Joan; CBS: “Elementary,” “Unforgettable”; USA: “Royal Pains,” and more. Emerson College. Mom to Jonah and Malcolm, Wife to Chelsea. @thejessicaphillips

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2025
Jesse (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe)

(St. Louis, MO (Regional))

(Standby)

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2021
Heidi Hansen


[Chester, CT (Regional)]
Original Production, 2017
Michelle Serling


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Heidi Hansen [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Marla


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Marion


[Toronto]
Pre-Broadway North American Production, 2010


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Diana (Understudy)

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[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008
(Understudy)

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[Broadway]
Broadway Production (Version 2.0), 1998
Ensemble


Productions

 
[Broadway, 2009]
Dance Captain

Movies

La vida inesperada
[ 2013 ] Camarera Cantante

TV Shows

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
A.D.A. Pippa Cox

Videos

News


Piper Theatre's Alumni-Led REWIND FESTIVAL To Debut This June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

The artists leading Rewind Festival 2025 were once the kids in the wings. Now they return, not to look back, but to push forward-with new musicals, soul-deep plays, and a raw, riotous energy that feels unmistakably Piper. Learn more about the festival!
REDWOOD Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2025

Redwood, the new musical starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel, plays its final Broadway performance at the Nederlander Theatre following 17 previews and 127 regular performances
Listen: REDWOOD Releases Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Redwood is now available. Listen to the full album here and find out how to pre-save the upcoming physical release here!
Videos You Missed This Week: OPERATION MINCEMEAT, WONDERFUL TOWN, and More
by Sidney Paterra - May 9, 2025

The 2024-25 Broadway season is officially complete and awards season has begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending May 9, 2025 with videos from Operation Mincemeat, Wonderful Town, and more!
Video: A Declassified Standby Survival Guide with REDWOOD's Jessica Phillips
by Joey Mervis - May 7, 2025

In this special episode, we're checking in with Jessica Phillips, who is the standby for 'Jesse' in Redwood, usually played by Idina Menzel. What makes a standby different from an understudy? Watch in this video!
REDWOOD Will Close on Broadway This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

Redwood, the new musical starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel, will end its run on Broadway this month. Learn more about when you can catch the show here.
REDWOOD Will Release Original Broadway Cast Recording; Listen to 'In The Leaves' Now!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2025

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Redwood will be released next month. The digital version is available for pre-save now and the physical version is available to preorder. Learn more here!
Photos: Idina Menzel Receives Portrait at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 18, 2025

Broadway veteran and star of stage and screen, Idina Menzel, was presented with her portrait at the iconic Sardi's recently. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling of the portrait. Check out photos here!
Video: Idina Menzel Sings in New Highlights from REDWOOD
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 27, 2025

Idina Menzel is back on Broadway in Redwood, the new musical that is now running at the Nederlander Theatre. Watch just-released highlights of the cast in action in this video.
Idina Menzel Extends Broadway Run in REDWOOD
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025

Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel has extended her run in Redwood, and will now star in the new musical through August 17, 2025. Learn more about Redwood here!
Photos: Broadway Backwards Raises Record $1,111,788
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2025

Broadway stars lit up the Gershwin Theatre on March 10, 2025, as Broadway Backwards delivered performances celebrating LGBTQ+ love, the strength of community and the boundless power of hope. See photos from the event here! 
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.
Eden Espinosa, J. Harrison Ghee, and More Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

Additional stars have joined the lineup of this year's Broadway Backwards, including Eden Espinosa, J. Harrison Ghee and more. See the stars taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: REDWOOD on Broadway Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 14, 2025

See photos from the opening night curtain call of Redwood on Broadway starring Idina Menzel. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Idina Menzel Will Be Out of REDWOOD Sunday Matinee Due to Illness
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025

BroadwayWorld has learned that Idina Menzel will be out of Redwood for the Sunday, February 2nd matinee performance due to illness. Standby Jessica Phillips will be on for the performance.
Jessica Phillips Makes Standby Debut in REDWOOD; Menzel Out Due to Illness
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025

Jessica Phillips, who serves as Idina Menzel's standby in Redwood made her debut in the evening show on Saturday, February 1st, after the matinee performance was canceled due to illness.
REDWOOD Saturday Matinee Performance Cancelled Due to Illness
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025

According to a post on the show's official Instagram account, the Saturday, February 1st matinee performance of Redwood, starring Idina Menzel, has been canceled.
Meet the Cast of REDWOOD, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025

Redwood on Broadway, starring Idina Menzel is now playing on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre. The production also stars De’Adre Aziza, Michael Park, Zachary Noah Piser, and Khaila Wilcoxon. Meet the cast here!
REDWOOD Will Offer Lottery and Rush Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

Ahead of its first performance on Broadway, lottery and rush ticket policies have been announced for the new musical Redwood, starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel.
Photos: Idina Menzel and the Cast of REDWOOD Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 24, 2024

Redwood on Broadway, starring Idina Menzel will begin previews in January 2025 at the Nederlander Theatre. The cast and creative team recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jessica Phillips been in?

Jessica Phillips has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Jessica Phillips been in?

Jessica Phillips has not appeared in the West End.

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