Reneisha Jenkins
Latest News on Reneisha Jenkins:
DRAG RACE Star Mrs. Kasha Davis Joins HAIRSPRAY At Music Theater Works (Dec 18, 2025)
Mrs. Kasha Davis to Star in HAIRSPRAY at Music Theater Works (Dec 17, 2025)
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre (Jul 1, 2025)
DRAG RACE Star Mrs. Kasha Davis Joins HAIRSPRAY At Music Theater Works (Dec 18, 2025)
Mrs. Kasha Davis to Star in HAIRSPRAY at Music Theater Works (Dec 17, 2025)
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre (Jul 1, 2025)
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Johnson Brock, Deanna Reed-Foster, Iris Lieberman, Matt McMullen, Allison Sill, Kayla Kennedy, Bethany Thomas, Callie Johnson, Dan Hanson, Caitlin Borek, Annelise Baker, Sharriese Hamilton, Reneisha Jenkins, Julie Baird, Mathias Austin, Eric Lewis, Steve
Date:
07/22/2015
From: Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of Theatre at the Center's ALL SHOOK UP
Kayla Kennedy, Bethany Thomas, Julie Baird, Callie Johnson, Sharriese Hamilton, Caitlin Borek, Reneisha Jenkins, Allison Sill, Iris Lieberman, Brian Duncan, Steve Silver, Matthias Austin and John Marshall Jr. Spangler
Date:
07/22/2015
From: Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of Theatre at the Center's ALL SHOOK UP
Deanna Reed-Foster, Matt McMullen, Allison Sill, Kayla Kennedy, Bethany Thomas, Callie Johnson, Dan Hanson, Caitlin Borek, Annelise Baker, Sharriese Hamilton, Reneisha Jenkins, Julie Baird, Mathias Austin, Eric Lewis, Steve Silver, Henry McGinniss, Johnso
Date:
07/22/2015
From: Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of Theatre at the Center's ALL SHOOK UP
Linda Fortunato, Julie Baird, Stef Tovar, Brian Duncan, Henry McGinniss, Ann Delaney, Rachel Sparrow, Nathan Gardner, Colette Todd, Callie Johnson, Nate Becker, Norm Boucher, Theo Moss, Isaac Jankowski, Reneisha Jenkins, John Koch, Caitlin Borek, Bethany
Date:
05/11/2015
From: Photo Flash: BIG FISH Makes a Splash on Opening Night at Theatre at the Center
Linda Fortunato, Julie Baird, Stef Tovar, Brian Duncan, Henry McGinniss, Ann Delaney, Rachel Sparrow, Nathan Gardner, Colette Todd, Callie Johnson, Nate Becker, Norm Boucher, Theo Moss, Isaac Jankowski, Reneisha Jenkins, John Koch, Caitlin Borek, Bethany
Date:
05/11/2015
From: Photo Flash: BIG FISH Makes a Splash on Opening Night at Theatre at the Center
Videos
Photos & Video: First Look at MY BROTHER LANGSTON World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-30 12:24:27
TV: Hail Hosanna! Watch Highlights from Paramount Theatre's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-04-26 17:06:34
STAGE TUBE: Watch Performances from Porchlight's DREAMGIRLS!
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-04-19 21:30:15
TV: Watch Highlights from ALL SHOOK UP at Theatre at the Center
by TV - On the Road - 2015-07-22 22:38:06
STAGE TUBE: Opening Night Interviews with Theatre at the Center's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Stage Tube - 2012-07-27 16:22:24
News
DRAG RACE Star Mrs. Kasha Davis Joins HAIRSPRAY At Music Theater Works
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
Music Theater Works will cast RuPaul’s Drag Race alum and drag performer Mrs. Kasha Davis as Edna Turnblad in its production of HAIRSPRAY. The production will take place in the George Van Dusen Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
Music Theater Works will cast RuPaul’s Drag Race alum and drag performer Mrs. Kasha Davis as Edna Turnblad in its production of HAIRSPRAY. The production will take place in the George Van Dusen Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
Mrs. Kasha Davis to Star in HAIRSPRAY at Music Theater Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
Mrs. Kasha Davis will star as “Edna Turnblad” in its upcoming production of Hairspray, directed by Keely Vasquez, choreographed by Reneisha Jenkins and music directed by Linda Madonia.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
Mrs. Kasha Davis will star as “Edna Turnblad” in its upcoming production of Hairspray, directed by Keely Vasquez, choreographed by Reneisha Jenkins and music directed by Linda Madonia.
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Jul 1, 2025
Though THE COLOR PURPLE has a fair share of tragedy, the ending is heartwarming, celebratory, and puts a pin in Celie’s story — and with Brittney Mack at the lead, this musical makes that range of emotions land.
by Rachel Weinberg - Jul 1, 2025
Though THE COLOR PURPLE has a fair share of tragedy, the ending is heartwarming, celebratory, and puts a pin in Celie’s story — and with Brittney Mack at the lead, this musical makes that range of emotions land.
Photos: Music Theater Works' LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024
Music Theater Works’ is presenting its third production of its 2024 season, Little Shop of Horrors, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, running through November 17. Check out production photos here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024
Music Theater Works’ is presenting its third production of its 2024 season, Little Shop of Horrors, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, running through November 17. Check out production photos here!
Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024
Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from October 24 to November 17. The production will feature direction by Rudy Hogenmiller and choreography by Clayton Cross.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024
Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from October 24 to November 17. The production will feature direction by Rudy Hogenmiller and choreography by Clayton Cross.
Black Ensemble Theater to Present THE SALON Beginning Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024
Black Ensemble Theater has announced the next production in the 2024 Season of Affirmation: Protection – The Salon, written and directed by Michelle Reneé Bester.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024
Black Ensemble Theater has announced the next production in the 2024 Season of Affirmation: Protection – The Salon, written and directed by Michelle Reneé Bester.
Black Ensemble Extends A TASTE OF SOUL Through October 29
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023
Black Ensemble Theater extends the hit musical revue 'A Taste of Soul' written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. Experience the evolution of Soul music from its Gospel roots to today's pop culture sensation. Now playing through October 29, 2023.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023
Black Ensemble Theater extends the hit musical revue 'A Taste of Soul' written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. Experience the evolution of Soul music from its Gospel roots to today's pop culture sensation. Now playing through October 29, 2023.
Photos & Video: First Look at MY BROTHER LANGSTON World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2022
Black Ensemble Theater’s is continueing the 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healing and Joy with the world premiere of My Brother Langston, written and directed by Rueben D. Echoles, The production runs August 13-September 18, 2022. Get a first look at photos and video here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2022
Black Ensemble Theater’s is continueing the 2022 Season of Excellence: The Season of Healing and Joy with the world premiere of My Brother Langston, written and directed by Rueben D. Echoles, The production runs August 13-September 18, 2022. Get a first look at photos and video here!
Nominees Announced for 2022 Jeff Awards In Chicago; Drury Lane & Goodman Theatre Lead Nominations
by Team BWW - Aug 24, 2022
Recognizing a strong return to the spotlight over the 2021-2022 Equity theater season, the Joseph Jefferson Awards in Chicago announced its nominations for theater excellence. This year’s nominees include 201 theater artists across 38 categories of excellence in theater production among shows from 43 companies.
by Team BWW - Aug 24, 2022
Recognizing a strong return to the spotlight over the 2021-2022 Equity theater season, the Joseph Jefferson Awards in Chicago announced its nominations for theater excellence. This year’s nominees include 201 theater artists across 38 categories of excellence in theater production among shows from 43 companies.
Equity Jeff Awards Announce 2022 Nominations
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022
The Joseph Jefferson Awards have announced this year's Equity nominations, including 201 theater artists across 38 categories. The 54th anniversary Equity Jeff Awards will take place October 17, 2022, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022
The Joseph Jefferson Awards have announced this year's Equity nominations, including 201 theater artists across 38 categories. The 54th anniversary Equity Jeff Awards will take place October 17, 2022, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL.
Kelvin Roston, Jr. To Join Cast of SISTER ACT for Its Final Weeks at Mercury Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2021
Disco diva Deloris Cartier and the Sisters of Our Mother of Perpetual Faith are getting into the Christmas habit at Mercury Theater Chicago with the final weeks of performances of the hit musical Sister Act. The critically acclaimed production, perfect for the whole family, must close on January 2, 2022, at Mercury Theater Chicago, 3745 N. Southport Avenue.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2021
Disco diva Deloris Cartier and the Sisters of Our Mother of Perpetual Faith are getting into the Christmas habit at Mercury Theater Chicago with the final weeks of performances of the hit musical Sister Act. The critically acclaimed production, perfect for the whole family, must close on January 2, 2022, at Mercury Theater Chicago, 3745 N. Southport Avenue.
Photos: Mercury Theater Chicago Celebrates Its Reopening With SISTER ACT
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2021
Mercury Theater Chicago Executive Producers Walter Stearns and Eugene Dizon, Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter and Managing Director Shane Murray-Corcoran reopened the theater with the first Mainstage production of the 2021-2022 Mercury Theater Chicago season, Sister Act, based on the 1992 film.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2021
Mercury Theater Chicago Executive Producers Walter Stearns and Eugene Dizon, Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter and Managing Director Shane Murray-Corcoran reopened the theater with the first Mainstage production of the 2021-2022 Mercury Theater Chicago season, Sister Act, based on the 1992 film.
BWW Review: SISTER ACT at Mercury Theater Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Nov 12, 2021
Mercury Theater Chicago returns with SISTER ACT - and it's pure musical theater elation. This 'Joyful, Joyful' (SISTER ACT II reference intended) production, with direction from Reneisha Jenkins and choreography by Mercury's new Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter, meets the goal of delighting audiences. This is musical theater that's designed to entertain and not make audiences think too deeply, and Mercury's production capitalizes on the show's capacity for fun. While the material is not at all serious, the talent in this company is stacked, and the actors take their responsibility to deliver this fun seriously.
by Rachel Weinberg - Nov 12, 2021
Mercury Theater Chicago returns with SISTER ACT - and it's pure musical theater elation. This 'Joyful, Joyful' (SISTER ACT II reference intended) production, with direction from Reneisha Jenkins and choreography by Mercury's new Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter, meets the goal of delighting audiences. This is musical theater that's designed to entertain and not make audiences think too deeply, and Mercury's production capitalizes on the show's capacity for fun. While the material is not at all serious, the talent in this company is stacked, and the actors take their responsibility to deliver this fun seriously.
Cast Announced For SISTER ACT To Reopen Mercury Theater Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2021
Casting has been announced for the first Mainstage production of the 2021-2022 Mercury Theater Chicago season, Sister Act, based on the 1992 film. Sister Act features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and book by Bill and Cheri Steinkellne, and Douglas Carter Beane.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2021
Casting has been announced for the first Mainstage production of the 2021-2022 Mercury Theater Chicago season, Sister Act, based on the 1992 film. Sister Act features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and book by Bill and Cheri Steinkellne, and Douglas Carter Beane.
Mercury Theater Chicago Announces 2021-2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2021
The 2021-2022 Mercury Theater Chicago season has been announced. Mercury Theater Chicago welcomes audiences back in November to its beautiful home in the Southport Corridor with the feel-good blockbuster hit SISTER ACT directed by Reneisha Jenkins, featuring Chicago favorites Alexis J. Roston and Hollis Resnik.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2021
The 2021-2022 Mercury Theater Chicago season has been announced. Mercury Theater Chicago welcomes audiences back in November to its beautiful home in the Southport Corridor with the feel-good blockbuster hit SISTER ACT directed by Reneisha Jenkins, featuring Chicago favorites Alexis J. Roston and Hollis Resnik.
Cast and Crew Announced for WORKING
by Julie Musbach - Oct 24, 2019
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre's second musical of the 2019-20 season will be WORKING, based on Stud Terkel's landmark book in which he interviewed Chicagoans about their feelings toward their jobs.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 24, 2019
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre's second musical of the 2019-20 season will be WORKING, based on Stud Terkel's landmark book in which he interviewed Chicagoans about their feelings toward their jobs.
Porchlight Announces Second And Final Extension For MEMPHIS
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2018
Porchlight Music Theatre announces the final extension of its latest production, Memphis. Memphis must close Saturday, June 16, following that evening's 8 p.m. performance. Now playing through June 16 at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn Street, features book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music and lyrics by David Bryan and is directed by Daryl D. Brooks, assistant directed and choreographed by Christopher Carter, music directed by Jermaine Hill and assistant choreographed by Reneisha Jenkins.
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2018
Porchlight Music Theatre announces the final extension of its latest production, Memphis. Memphis must close Saturday, June 16, following that evening's 8 p.m. performance. Now playing through June 16 at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn Street, features book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music and lyrics by David Bryan and is directed by Daryl D. Brooks, assistant directed and choreographed by Christopher Carter, music directed by Jermaine Hill and assistant choreographed by Reneisha Jenkins.
Photo Flash: First Look at Porchlight Music Theatre's MEMPHIS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2018
Porchlight Music Theatre announces that due to audience demand Memphis is now extended through Sunday, June 10, at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn Street.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2018
Porchlight Music Theatre announces that due to audience demand Memphis is now extended through Sunday, June 10, at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn Street.
Photo Flash: Porchlight Music Theatre Announces Cast and Production Team for MEMPHIS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2018
Porchlight Music Theatre's Mainstage 2017-2018 season concludes with Memphis, April 19 - June 3, at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn Street. Memphis, book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music and lyrics by David Bryan, is directed by Daryl D. Brooks, assistant directed and choreographed by Christopher Carter, music directed by Jermaine Hill and assistant choreographed by Reneisha Jenkins.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2018
Porchlight Music Theatre's Mainstage 2017-2018 season concludes with Memphis, April 19 - June 3, at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn Street. Memphis, book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music and lyrics by David Bryan, is directed by Daryl D. Brooks, assistant directed and choreographed by Christopher Carter, music directed by Jermaine Hill and assistant choreographed by Reneisha Jenkins.
TV: Hail Hosanna! Watch Highlights from Paramount Theatre's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BroadwayWorld TV - Apr 26, 2017
What began as a 1970s rock opera concept album became a global stage phenomenon that captured seven Tony Award nominations and countless awards overseas in its 40-plus years. Jesus Christ Superstar, the beloved rock opera that explores the story and internal struggles of the last seven days of the greatest idol in history - Jesus - is the 2016-17 Broadway Series finale, now through May 28, 2017 at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora. BroadwayWorld has highlights from the show below!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Apr 26, 2017
What began as a 1970s rock opera concept album became a global stage phenomenon that captured seven Tony Award nominations and countless awards overseas in its 40-plus years. Jesus Christ Superstar, the beloved rock opera that explores the story and internal struggles of the last seven days of the greatest idol in history - Jesus - is the 2016-17 Broadway Series finale, now through May 28, 2017 at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora. BroadwayWorld has highlights from the show below!
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