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Jonathan Van Ness, also known commonly by his initials, JVN, is an American hairdresser, podcaster, activist, author, and television personality. He is internationally known as the grooming expert on the Netflix series Queer Eye, for his work on the web series parody Gay of Thrones, and for hosting the Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness podcast.


Van Ness is non-binary. His gender pronouns are he/him/his, but he has indicated that he is okay being referred to with she/her or they/them as well.

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RING OF FIRE to Open Weston Theater Company's 90th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

Weston Theater Company will present RING OF FIRE: The Music of Johnny Cash at Walker Farm in Weston, VT, launching its 90th Anniversary Season. The production, extended by popular demand, features actor-musicians performing over 30 Cash classics.
Annual Garden Of Dreams Talent Show To Return To Radio City Music Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026

MSG Entertainment and the Garden of Dreams Foundation will present their annual talent show at Radio City Music Hall, featuring over 150 young performers from 25 tri-state partner organizations including Make-A-Wish and Memorial Sloan Kettering.
ALOK Will Come to the Paramount Theatre in Denver
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

ALOK, the internationally acclaimed poet, comedian, and actor known for the Netflix special BIOLOGY! and a Sundance docu-short executive produced by Jodie Foster, will perform at Denver's Paramount Theatre.
Alex Edelman, Martin Short, & More Join Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026

Netflix Is a Joke Fest is back. The week-long extravaganza will once again bring together comedy's biggest names, including Rachel Bloom, Bill Burr, Alex Edelman, Jeff Hiller, Bob Odenkirk, Martin Short, Sarah Silverman, and many more.
Video/Photos: The Fab Five Return for Tenth and Final Season of QUEER EYE
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2026

The Fab 5 are back for one final round of transformations. Netflix’s Emmy-winning series Queer Eye marks its 10th and final season in Washington, D.C., premiering on January 21, 2026. Check out a new trailer and photos from the season now.
QUEER EYES Star Jonathan Van Ness Brings New Tour to Australia and New Zealand
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 12, 2026

Fresh off three worldwide comedy tours, Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness is bringing his brand new show Hot & Healed to Australia and New Zealand. Take a look at the tour dates here.
Jonathan Van Ness Sets 2026 UK Tour with Comedy Show 'Hot & Healed'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025

Queer Eye star and beloved global icon Jonathan Van Ness is heading back to the UK with their brand new solo show Hot & Healed, coming to stages across the country in May. 
Photos: Tony-Winner Beth Leavel Joins Breaking The Binary Theatre Star-Studded THE DROWSY CHAPERONE In Concert At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025

Check out brand-new photos of Breaking the Binary Theatre’s one-night-only concert presentation of The Drowsy Chaperone at Carnegie Hall! The concert kicked off the 2025 Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival.
Exclusive: Jonathan Van Ness Backstage at THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Carnegie Hall
by Michael Major - Oct 21, 2025

Go backstage at Breaking the Binary Theatre's The Drowsy Chaperone with Jonathan van Ness! The Emmy-winner took BroadwayWorld backstage at the one-night-only Carnegie Hall performance with new photos.
Full Cast Set For Fourth Annual Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025

Breaking the Binary Theatre has announced the complete casting for the fourth annual Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for THE LEAST PROBLEMATIC WOMAN IN THE WORLD Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 8, 2025

Dylan Mulvaney's The Least Problematic Woman in the World, an autobiographical solo play, directed by Tim Jackson has officially opened Off-Broadway. See photos from opening night here!
Breaking the Binary Theatre Reveals Additional Programming for 4th Annual Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025

Breaking the Binary Theatre has revealed programming for the fourth annual Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival. Learn more about the programming here!
Best Cabaret in October 2025: Maria Bamford, Tony Danza, Marilyn Maye & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 1, 2025

See some of the biggest stars of the stage, screen, jazz, cabaret & Broadway performing at cabaret venues this month at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and likely to sell out.
LEA SALONGA & More Lead New York's Fall 2025 Top Cabaret Shows
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 6, 2025

Check out our top cabaret shows for Fall 2025 in NYC from Lea Salonga (star of MULAN, ALADDIN) to a concert reading of William Finn's final work and more.
Max Mendoza Crumm, Dylan Mulvaney and More to Star in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

Breaking the Binary Theatre has revealed the complete cast for the organization’s one-night-only concert of The Drowsy Chaperone at the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Cabaret Roundup: Fall 2025- Lea Salonga, Shoshana Bean, Margaret Cho and More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 16, 2025

Get tickets to some of the hottest shows in NYC for Fall 2025 before they sell out! We scoured the fall listings for can’t-miss events you’ll want to get your tickets to way, way in advance: Halloween-themed treats, standup, Broadway stars & more
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! 
Laverne Cox, Jonathan Van Ness and More to Star in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025

Laverne Cox, Jonathan Van Ness, and more will star in The Drowsy Chaperon benefit concert! Learn more about the concert and see how to attend the performance!
Lee Roy Reams and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lee Roy Reams and more. See the full lineup here!
Norm Lewis, Michael James Scott, and More Will Lead LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025

Norm Lewis, Michael James Scott, Cameron Anika Hill, Terence Archie, Allison Blackwell, Troy Iwata, Michael Hartung and Meghan Murphy will star in La Cage aux Folles when the musical returns to The Muny this summer after nearly four decades.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jonathan Van Ness been in?

Jonathan Van Ness has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Jonathan Van Ness been in?

Jonathan Van Ness has not appeared in the West End.

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