Jessie Nelson
Latest News on Jessie Nelson:
WAITRESS Cast Set for Milton Keynes Theatre Run, Led By Carrie Hope Fletcher (May 28, 2026)
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, OPRATION MINCEMEAT And More Set for Broadway at the Bass 2026-2027 Season (May 1, 2026)
ALICE BY HEART Will Be Presented by Beck Center for the Arts (Apr 25, 2026)
WAITRESS Cast Set for Milton Keynes Theatre Run, Led By Carrie Hope Fletcher (May 28, 2026)
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, OPRATION MINCEMEAT And More Set for Broadway at the Bass 2026-2027 Season (May 1, 2026)
ALICE BY HEART Will Be Presented by Beck Center for the Arts (Apr 25, 2026)
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Jessie Nelson, Fran Weissler, Diane Paulus, Sara Bareilles, Senate Majority Leader/New York’s Senator Charles Schumer, Barry Weissler, Robert Wankel, Lorin Loterro and Nadia DiGiallonardo.
Date:
09/02/2021
From: BWW Photo Exclusive: WAITRESS Welcomes Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on Opening Night
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Productions
Writing
Book
Bookwriter
Movies
Tucker: The Man and His Dream
[ 1988 ] Woman on Steps
[ 1988 ] Woman on Steps
So I Married an Axe Murderer
[ 1993 ] Ralph
[ 1993 ] Ralph
Corrina, Corrina
[ 1994 ] producer
[ 1994 ] producer
Stepmom
[ 1998 ] writer
[ 1998 ] writer
The Story of Us
[ 1999 ] Realtor
[ 1999 ] Realtor
I Am Sam
[ 2001 ] producer
[ 2001 ] producer
Because I Said So
[ 2007 ] producer
[ 2007 ] producer
Fred Claus
[ 2007 ] producer
[ 2007 ] producer
Danny Collins
[ 2015 ] producer
[ 2015 ] producer
Love the Coopers
[ 2015 ] producer
[ 2015 ] producer
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Jessie Nelson, Waitress
Videos
Video: Watch New Trailer For WAITRESS at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2025-05-14 10:31:51
Video: Watch the Trailer For WAITRESS at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Michael Major - 2025-05-07 16:42:38
Video: Pioneer Theatre Company's WAITRESS in the Rehearsal Hall
by Michael Major - 2025-04-25 12:55:41
Video: Desi Oakley Sings 'She Used To Be Mine' in WAITRESS at La Mirada Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-25 12:59:16
Video: Inside Rehearsals for WAITRESS Starring Desi Oakley at La Mirada Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-19 11:10:23
Video: Stephanie Torns & More Lead WAITRESS At The Cape Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-08 17:54:16
Video: Devin DeSantis and Jessica Vosk Sing 'You Matter To Me' from WAITRESS at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-03 14:43:24
VIDEO: Jessica Vosk & Devin DeSantis Sing 'Bad Idea' from WAITRESS in Rehearsals at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-24 14:59:57
Video: Watch Sara Bareilles Perform 'She Used to Be Mine' on TODAY Ahead of the WAITRESS Movie Theater Release
by Michael Major - 2023-11-30 11:23:36
Video: Sara Bareilles Sings 'When You Wish Upon a Star' For Disney's 100th Anniversary
by Michael Major - 2023-05-18 10:12:22
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: Ciara Renee and Joshua Henry Perform 'You Matter to Me' From WAITRESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-12-06 15:45:29
VIDEO: Sara Bareilles and the Cast of WAITRESS Perform 'Opening Up' in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - 2021-08-07 10:16:29
VIDEO: Sara Bareilles Talks Making LITTLE VOICE on THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2020-08-13 06:21:26
VIDEO: Molly Gordon, Colton Ryan and the Cast of ALICE BY HEART Sing 'Down the Hole'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-05-01 11:18:56
Living Room Concerts: WAITRESS's Sarah O'Connor Sings 'She Used To Be Mine'
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-29 03:31:00
News
WAITRESS Cast Set for Milton Keynes Theatre Run, Led By Carrie Hope Fletcher
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The cast for the musical WAITRESS has been announced ahead of its upcoming engagement at Milton Keynes Theatre in the UK. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
The cast for the musical WAITRESS has been announced ahead of its upcoming engagement at Milton Keynes Theatre in the UK. Learn more about the show here!
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, OPRATION MINCEMEAT And More Set for Broadway at the Bass 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
Performing Arts Fort Worth announced season tickets are now on sale for the 2026-2027 Broadway at the Bass season, featuring seven shows including JERSEY BOYS, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and THE OUTSIDERS.
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
Performing Arts Fort Worth announced season tickets are now on sale for the 2026-2027 Broadway at the Bass season, featuring seven shows including JERSEY BOYS, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and THE OUTSIDERS.
ALICE BY HEART Will Be Presented by Beck Center for the Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026
Beck Center for the Arts, home to one of the oldest continuously operating youth theater programs in the country has teens tackling a story of love, loss, and coming of age in Alice By Heart.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026
Beck Center for the Arts, home to one of the oldest continuously operating youth theater programs in the country has teens tackling a story of love, loss, and coming of age in Alice By Heart.
WAITRESS, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Set For Broadway At The Buddy Holly Hall 2026–27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2026
Broadway at The Buddy Holly Hall announced its upcoming season, featuring four Lubbock premieres: WAITRESS, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE BODYGUARD, and KINKY BOOTS. Season memberships are now available.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2026
Broadway at The Buddy Holly Hall announced its upcoming season, featuring four Lubbock premieres: WAITRESS, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE BODYGUARD, and KINKY BOOTS. Season memberships are now available.
A.R.T. Reveals First 2026/27 Titles, Including 1972 World Premiere Rock Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
A.R.T. has revealed the first three titles of its 47th Season. From August 2026 through January 2027, A.R.T. will produce and present three productions at the Loeb Drama Center and Farkas Hall in Harvard Square.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
A.R.T. has revealed the first three titles of its 47th Season. From August 2026 through January 2027, A.R.T. will produce and present three productions at the Loeb Drama Center and Farkas Hall in Harvard Square.
WAITRESS and THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to Broadway in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway In Chicago will present two fan-favorite shows are returning to their stages this year: Watiress and The Book of Mormon. Tickets will go on sale at a later date.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway In Chicago will present two fan-favorite shows are returning to their stages this year: Watiress and The Book of Mormon. Tickets will go on sale at a later date.
Photos: Carrie Hope Fletcher and More in WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
Get a first look at production photos for the UK and Ireland tour of the romantic musical comedy Waitress, touring until Saturday 31 October 2026. The tour stars Carrie Hope Fletcher as Jenna.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
Get a first look at production photos for the UK and Ireland tour of the romantic musical comedy Waitress, touring until Saturday 31 October 2026. The tour stars Carrie Hope Fletcher as Jenna.
WAITRESS Will Open in South Korea in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Waitress is set to run from December 2027 to March 2028 at Hongik University Daehakro Art Center. This will mark the first ever Korean language production of the musical.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Waitress is set to run from December 2027 to March 2028 at Hongik University Daehakro Art Center. This will mark the first ever Korean language production of the musical.
THE OUTSIDERS, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, and More Set For The Bushnell 2026-2027 Broadway Series
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
The Bushnell has announced its 2026-2027 Broadway Series, showcasing a lineup of new Broadway hits alongside award-winning musicals. The series aims to attract theatergoers with a diverse selection of performances.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
The Bushnell has announced its 2026-2027 Broadway Series, showcasing a lineup of new Broadway hits alongside award-winning musicals. The series aims to attract theatergoers with a diverse selection of performances.
Carrie Hope Fletcher Extends Run in WAITRESS UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Carrie Hope Fletcher has extended her run as Jenna in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, which will open at the New Wimbledon Theatre on Saturday 28 March 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Carrie Hope Fletcher has extended her run as Jenna in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, which will open at the New Wimbledon Theatre on Saturday 28 March 2026.
Stevie Denton, Lola Inman And Ruby Marshall To Play Lulu In WAITRESS Melbourne
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
SEO Blurb: The Melbourne child cast has been announced for WAITRESS, with Stevie Denton, Lola Inman, Ruby Marshall, and Evie Papas sharing the role of Lulu. The musical will open at Her Majesty’s Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
SEO Blurb: The Melbourne child cast has been announced for WAITRESS, with Stevie Denton, Lola Inman, Ruby Marshall, and Evie Papas sharing the role of Lulu. The musical will open at Her Majesty’s Theatre.
DCPA Broadway & Cabaret Reveals 2026/27 Season - THE BOOK OF MORMON, DEATH BECOMES HER and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026
Denver Center for the Performing Arts Broadway and Cabaret has revealed the 2026/27 subscription season. The subscription season kicks off with the Broadway classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026
Denver Center for the Performing Arts Broadway and Cabaret has revealed the 2026/27 subscription season. The subscription season kicks off with the Broadway classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.
Photos: Carrie Hope Fletcher and More in Rehearsal For WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, which opens at the New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 28 March 2026. Check out the photos here.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, which opens at the New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 28 March 2026. Check out the photos here.
Cast Set for WAITRESS Australian Premiere in March 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Additional performers have been announced who will play lead roles and ensemble in the Australian Premiere of Broadway's musical WAITRESS, which will ignite Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
Additional performers have been announced who will play lead roles and ensemble in the Australian Premiere of Broadway's musical WAITRESS, which will ignite Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne.
Cast Set For WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
Full casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 28 March 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
Full casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 28 March 2026.
Review: ALICE BY HEART at Nebraska Wesleyan University Theatre
by Christine Swerczek - Feb 24, 2026
Nebraska Wesleyan University Theatre’s current production of ALICE BY HEART explores a teenager's coping with grief and the realism of war-torn London through fantasy. The musical based on the 1865 children’s classic “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” is written by Steven Sater and Jessie Nelson with music by Duncan Sheik.
by Christine Swerczek - Feb 24, 2026
Nebraska Wesleyan University Theatre’s current production of ALICE BY HEART explores a teenager's coping with grief and the realism of war-torn London through fantasy. The musical based on the 1865 children’s classic “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” is written by Steven Sater and Jessie Nelson with music by Duncan Sheik.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts Reveals 2026-27 Broadway Season - THE GREAT GATSBY and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
As Segerstrom Center for the Arts celebrates its 40th anniversary season, the Center has revealed its 2026–2027 Broadway season. This landmark season features 11 productions, including six Orange County premieres.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
As Segerstrom Center for the Arts celebrates its 40th anniversary season, the Center has revealed its 2026–2027 Broadway season. This landmark season features 11 productions, including six Orange County premieres.
Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Rob Mills and More to Lead WAITRESS Australia Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Casting has been announced for the Australian Premiere of Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS, which will light up Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne from 1 May, and the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 1 August. Tickets are now on sale.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
Casting has been announced for the Australian Premiere of Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS, which will light up Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne from 1 May, and the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 1 August. Tickets are now on sale.
Natalie Bassingthwaighte and More to Star in WAITRESS Australian Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
The cast has been revealed for the Australian Premiere of Broadway’s Waitress, which will light up Her Majesty’s Theatre Melbourne and the Sydney Lyric Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
The cast has been revealed for the Australian Premiere of Broadway’s Waitress, which will light up Her Majesty’s Theatre Melbourne and the Sydney Lyric Theatre.
WAITRESS, SIX and More Set for 26-27 Ameren Illinois Broadway in Peoria Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The American Theatre Guild has revealed the 2026–27 Season for the Prairie Home Alliance Theater at Peoria Civic Center. The 2026–27 Ameren Illinois Broadway in Peoria Series will include Waitress, Six and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The American Theatre Guild has revealed the 2026–27 Season for the Prairie Home Alliance Theater at Peoria Civic Center. The 2026–27 Ameren Illinois Broadway in Peoria Series will include Waitress, Six and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jessie Nelson written?
Jessie Nelson has written 2 shows including Waitress (Book), Alice By Heart (Bookwriter).
What awards has Jessie Nelson been nominated for?
and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Waitress.
Videos
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