Jessica Stone
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BIO
Broadway: Butley, The Odd Couple, Smell of the Kill, Design For Living, How to Succeed...,Grease. Off-Broadway: Crimes of the Heart, Krisit, The Country Club, June Moon, Tenderloin, Babes in Arms. National Tour: Grease, Bye Bye Birdie. Regional: Huntington, Mark Taper Forum, GeVa, the McCarter and six seasons at the Williamstown Theater festival. Favorite productions include She Stoops to Conquer, She Loves Me, Springtime For Henry, Betty's Summer Vacation, A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Cherry Orchard, Where's Charley and Tonight at 8:30. Film: soon to be released How Do You Know, Failure to Launch, Loverboy, Signs, The Ice Storm . T.V.: Series regular: "Conrad Bloom," "Mr. Rhodes," "Here and Now." Guest Star: "Sesame Street (mrs. sparklenose)","The Good Wife", "Law and Order", "3 lbs", "CSI Miami ," "Ed," "Caroline in the City." Jessica recently directed an all male production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum for the Williamstown Theater Festival.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1995
Rosemary Pilkington [Replacement]
Productions
Movies
Let It Be Me
[ 1995 ] Rosie
[ 1995 ] Rosie
The Ice Storm
[ 1997 ] Marge
[ 1997 ] Marge
Loverboy
[ 2005 ] Anita Biddle
[ 2005 ] Anita Biddle
Failure to Launch
[ 2006 ] Boatyard Woman
[ 2006 ] Boatyard Woman
Greetings from Tim Buckley
[ 2012 ] Janine Nichols
[ 2012 ] Janine Nichols
TV Shows
Abby's Flying Fairy School
Mrs. Sparklenose
Mrs. Sparklenose
Here and Now
Amy
Amy
Mr. Rhodes
Amanda Reeves
Amanda Reeves
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Jessica Stone, Water for Elephants
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Jessica Stone, Water for Elephants
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jessica Stone, Water for Elephants
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jessica Stone, Kimberly Akimbo
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jessica Stone, Kimberly Akimbo
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jessica Stone, Kimberly Akimbo
Videos
Video: Watch the Acro Call for WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in Toronto
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-07-16 12:23:29
Video: Katrina Lenk Sings 'You'd Better Love Me' From HIGH SPIRITS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-01-23 11:30:13
Video: Isabelle McCalla and Antoine Boissereau Perform 'Easy' from WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-26 07:23:27
Video: Isabelle McCalla & Gregg Edelman Sing 'Shouldn't Be Surprised' in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-07-09 10:05:28
Video: Watch the Cast of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Perform 'The Lion Has Got No Teeth'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-04 14:55:37
Video: Get a First Look at WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-04-29 14:33:50
News
Video: Watch the Acro Call for WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in Toronto
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Choreographers Jesse Robb and Paige Parkhill take us inside the world of choreography for Water For Elephants. Jesse' experience running away to join the circus when he was a boy has put him in a unique position to choreograph this show. Watch now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Choreographers Jesse Robb and Paige Parkhill take us inside the world of choreography for Water For Elephants. Jesse' experience running away to join the circus when he was a boy has put him in a unique position to choreograph this show. Watch now!
Tickets for WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in Seattle to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of Water for Elephants in Seattle will go on sale this week. Water for Elephants is based on the critically acclaimed and New York Times Bestselling novel by Sara Gruen.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of Water for Elephants in Seattle will go on sale this week. Water for Elephants is based on the critically acclaimed and New York Times Bestselling novel by Sara Gruen.
Interview: Jesse Robb & Shana Carroll of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jul 5, 2026
Canadian-born Jesse Robb and American-born Shana Carroll, who now resides in Montréal, serve as co-choreographers on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water for Elephants, presented at Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre from July 7-19.
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jul 5, 2026
Canadian-born Jesse Robb and American-born Shana Carroll, who now resides in Montréal, serve as co-choreographers on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water for Elephants, presented at Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre from July 7-19.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Tour at Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Jun 25, 2026
The Water for Elephants tour transports audiences to the circus — and has some dazzling aerial tricks up its sleeve. Based on the popular 2006 novel by Sara Gruen, Rick Elice’s book and PigPen Theatre Co.’s score comprise a memory musical: The elderly Mr. Jankowski (Robert Tully) looks back on his days as a member of a traveling circus back in 1931.
by Rachel Weinberg - Jun 25, 2026
The Water for Elephants tour transports audiences to the circus — and has some dazzling aerial tricks up its sleeve. Based on the popular 2006 novel by Sara Gruen, Rick Elice’s book and PigPen Theatre Co.’s score comprise a memory musical: The elderly Mr. Jankowski (Robert Tully) looks back on his days as a member of a traveling circus back in 1931.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is Now Playing at the James M. Nederlander Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026
Water for Elephants is now playing a limited engagement at the James M. Nederlander Theatre. Water for Elephants is based on the critically acclaimed and New York Times Bestselling novel by Sara Gruen.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026
Water for Elephants is now playing a limited engagement at the James M. Nederlander Theatre. Water for Elephants is based on the critically acclaimed and New York Times Bestselling novel by Sara Gruen.
Interview: Paige Parkhill, Associate Choreographer of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jun 21, 2026
Paige Parkhill, who hails from Kelowna, B.C., serves as Associate Choreographer on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water For Elephants, coming to Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre next month.
by Elizabeth Armstrong - Jun 21, 2026
Paige Parkhill, who hails from Kelowna, B.C., serves as Associate Choreographer on the Tony Award-nominated musical Water For Elephants, coming to Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre next month.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The Overture Center
by Scott Rawson - Jun 17, 2026
I truly enjoyed Water for Elephants far more than I thought I would. I came to the theater fearing the puppetry of the elephant would over shadow the actors. While it was spectacular, it did not over shadow the actors and for that I am grateful. And in an effort of full disclosure, admittedly, I also really hate the circus. No need to judge, just offering a little vulnerability here. Still, in spite of that I enjoyed the performance a great deal.
by Scott Rawson - Jun 17, 2026
I truly enjoyed Water for Elephants far more than I thought I would. I came to the theater fearing the puppetry of the elephant would over shadow the actors. While it was spectacular, it did not over shadow the actors and for that I am grateful. And in an effort of full disclosure, admittedly, I also really hate the circus. No need to judge, just offering a little vulnerability here. Still, in spite of that I enjoyed the performance a great deal.
THE FAMILY ALBUM to Make World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for THE FAMILY ALBUM, a world-premiere musical with music by MILCK and AG, book by Sam Chanse, and direction by Jess McLeod, running in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for THE FAMILY ALBUM, a world-premiere musical with music by MILCK and AG, book by Sam Chanse, and direction by Jess McLeod, running in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Ohio Theatre - A Spectacle in Search of a Soul
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 10, 2026
Based on Sara Gruen’s beloved 1932 novel - and its 2011 film adaptation, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is a technical triumph wrapped around a dramatically uneven musical. Directed by Tony Award nominee Jessica Stone (Kimberly Akimbo), with book by three-time Tony nominee Rick Elice (Jersey Boys, Peter and the Starcatcher), and score by PigPen Theatre Co., WATER FOR ELEPHANTS leans heavily into spectacle over storytelling: aerial silks, acrobatics, puppetry, and constant physical motion that dominate the stage. However, this spectacle overwhelms the story rather than serving it, resulting unfortunately in a flop under the big top.
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 10, 2026
Based on Sara Gruen’s beloved 1932 novel - and its 2011 film adaptation, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is a technical triumph wrapped around a dramatically uneven musical. Directed by Tony Award nominee Jessica Stone (Kimberly Akimbo), with book by three-time Tony nominee Rick Elice (Jersey Boys, Peter and the Starcatcher), and score by PigPen Theatre Co., WATER FOR ELEPHANTS leans heavily into spectacle over storytelling: aerial silks, acrobatics, puppetry, and constant physical motion that dominate the stage. However, this spectacle overwhelms the story rather than serving it, resulting unfortunately in a flop under the big top.
Interview: Costume Designer David I. Reynoso of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Jun 8, 2026
Set and costume designer David I. Reynoso thought his chances for making it on Broadway greatly diminished after moving 2,400 miles away from New York City.
by Paul Batterson - Jun 8, 2026
Set and costume designer David I. Reynoso thought his chances for making it on Broadway greatly diminished after moving 2,400 miles away from New York City.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Is Now Available for Licensing Through MTI
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 4, 2026
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced that Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022–2023 season, including Best Musical, is now available for licensing.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 4, 2026
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced that Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022–2023 season, including Best Musical, is now available for licensing.
CATCH AS CATCH CAN & More Lead Chicago's June 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jun 3, 2026
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for June 2026 include Catch as a Can and more
by Team BWW - Jun 3, 2026
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for June 2026 include Catch as a Can and more
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Make Wisconsin Debut at Madison's Overture Center
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, the Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen's bestselling novel, will make its Wisconsin premiere at Overture Hall in Madison.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, the Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen's bestselling novel, will make its Wisconsin premiere at Overture Hall in Madison.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at TPAC'S Jackson Hall
by Catherine Burford - May 14, 2026
All I knew about Water For Elephants was that it is a romantic drama set in a traveling circus during the Great Depression. I expected a circus with a rich color palette, beautiful costumes, acrobatics, and an elephant.
by Catherine Burford - May 14, 2026
All I knew about Water For Elephants was that it is a romantic drama set in a traveling circus during the Great Depression. I expected a circus with a rich color palette, beautiful costumes, acrobatics, and an elephant.
THE MONSTERS Cast & Creative Team Unveiled at La Jolla Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.
DNA New Work Series To Be Hosted By La Jolla Playhouse
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 2, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the projects for its DNA New Work Series which will take place at the end of May, showcasing four new works. This series has launched numerous projects that have gone on to full productions in Playhouse seasons.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 2, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the projects for its DNA New Work Series which will take place at the end of May, showcasing four new works. This series has launched numerous projects that have gone on to full productions in Playhouse seasons.
Broadway Beyond Louisville Review: Broadway in Cincinnati presents WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The Aronoff Center
by Taylor Clemons - Apr 30, 2026
Having first seen Water for Elephants: The Musical on an early tour stop in Louisville, KY, I came to the Arnoff Center with a sense of familiarity for the show. But also, very curious about how it might resonate a second time.
by Taylor Clemons - Apr 30, 2026
Having first seen Water for Elephants: The Musical on an early tour stop in Louisville, KY, I came to the Arnoff Center with a sense of familiarity for the show. But also, very curious about how it might resonate a second time.
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour in Chicago on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026
Individual tickets for the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in Chicago are going on sale! Individual tickets range from $30.00 to $130.00, with a limited number of premium seats available.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026
Individual tickets for the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in Chicago are going on sale! Individual tickets range from $30.00 to $130.00, with a limited number of premium seats available.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
by Michael Rabice - Apr 15, 2026
Sometimes people really do run away and join the circus. Author Sara Gruen had great success with that idea in her award winning novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, and Hollywood soon after took the story to the silver screen. Now a Broadway musical has hopped on the bandwagon and the result is often a often a captivating three ring circus of intrigue.
by Michael Rabice - Apr 15, 2026
Sometimes people really do run away and join the circus. Author Sara Gruen had great success with that idea in her award winning novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, and Hollywood soon after took the story to the silver screen. Now a Broadway musical has hopped on the bandwagon and the result is often a often a captivating three ring circus of intrigue.
Review: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Proctors
by Peyton VanDerheyden - Apr 9, 2026
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is dazzling audiences with extraordinary theatrics, creative visual concepts, and emotional moments. Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS has a book written by Rick Elice, and features a score by PigPen Theatre Co.
by Peyton VanDerheyden - Apr 9, 2026
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is dazzling audiences with extraordinary theatrics, creative visual concepts, and emotional moments. Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS has a book written by Rick Elice, and features a score by PigPen Theatre Co.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jessica Stone been in?
Jessica Stone has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Jessica Stone been in?
Jessica Stone has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jessica Stone been nominated for?
Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Water for Elephants, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Water for Elephants, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Water for Elephants, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo and Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo.
What awards has Jessica Stone won?
Jessica Stone has won the Outstanding Direction of a Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for Water for Elephants. Additionally, she received nominations for the Highline Theatre Awards for Outstanding Direction of a Musical for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Outstanding Direction of a Musical for The Drowsy Chaperone.
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