Shakina Nayfack
Latest News on Shakina Nayfack:
TRUSPEAK Returns With Four New Short Films Available On Demand For A Limited Run (Dec 11, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 14, 2025- OEDIPUS First Look and More (Nov 14, 2025)
Allison Janney, Joanna Gleason and Shakina Nayfack to Join TRUSpeak... Hear Our Voices! (Nov 13, 2025)
TRUSPEAK Returns With Four New Short Films Available On Demand For A Limited Run (Dec 11, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 14, 2025- OEDIPUS First Look and More (Nov 14, 2025)
Allison Janney, Joanna Gleason and Shakina Nayfack to Join TRUSpeak... Hear Our Voices! (Nov 13, 2025)
BIO
Shakina Nayfack is a Theatre Director/Choreographer, Producer, and Performance Artist. Shakina is the director and co-creator of JUNK: A Rock Opera, a new Broadway bound show written by the Swedish rock band Brainpool and developed with Shakina. Shakina is also the Associate Producer at Barrington Stage Company.
Photos
From left, composer Dan Gillespie Sells and actor Shakina Nayfack arrive before the North American premiere of the West End hit musical “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie” at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on January 21, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging)
Date:
01/26/2022
From: Photos: EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Celebrates Opening Night at Center Theatre Group
Actor Shakina Nayfack arrives before the North American premiere of the West End hit musical “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie” at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on January 21, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging)
Date:
01/26/2022
From: Photos: EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Celebrates Opening Night at Center Theatre Group
The Cast and Crew of The 12th Annual Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza that includes Joe Iconis, John Simpkins, Jennifer Ashley Tepper,
Emilie Battle, Ally Bonino, Jack Bowman, Amara Brady, Chris Brick, Melanie Brook, Liz Lark Brown, Gerard Canonico, Katlyn Carlson, Harrison Chad, Ian Coulter-Buford, Bill Coyne, Max Crumm, Katrina Rose Dideriksen, Alex Dorf, Lauren Echausse, Seth Eliser, Sydney Farley, Vince Fazzolari, Amanda Flynn, Coby Getzug, Danielle Gimbal, Ian Kagey, Dennis Michael Keefe, Jessica Kent, Rachel Lee, Lorinda Lisitza, Tuan Malinowski, Lauren Marcus, Matthew McCollum, Kelly McIntyre, Eric William Morris, Kevin Michael Murphy, Shakina Nayfack, James Penca, Josh Plotner, Rob Rokicki, Will Roland, Charlie Rosen, Mike Rosengarten, MiMi Scardulla, Brooke Shapiro, Lena Skeele, Emerson Mae Smith, Philip Jackson Smith, Jordan Stanley, Cori Stolbun, Brent Stranathan, Rachel Sussman, Vinnie Urdea, Tatiana Wechsler, Jared Weiss, and Jason SweetTooth Williams.
Christine O’Grady and Jennifer Werner choreograph, with costumes by Michelle Eden Humphrey and Brendan McCann. Max Friedman is assistant director, Alexa Spiegel is assistant producer, E. Sara Barnes is stage manager, and Lady del Castillo is assistant stage manager and The Joe Iconis Carolers that includes-Cori Stolbun, Alex Dorf, Amara Brady and Tuan Malinowski
Date:
12/14/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Inside the 12th Annual Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza at Feinstein's/54 Below
The Cast and Crew of The 12th Annual Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza that includes Joe Iconis, John Simpkins, Jennifer Ashley Tepper,
Emilie Battle, Ally Bonino, Jack Bowman, Amara Brady, Chris Brick, Melanie Brook, Liz Lark Brown, Gerard Canonico, Katlyn Carlson, Harrison Chad, Ian Coulter-Buford, Bill Coyne, Max Crumm, Katrina Rose Dideriksen, Alex Dorf, Lauren Echausse, Seth Eliser, Sydney Farley, Vince Fazzolari, Amanda Flynn, Coby Getzug, Danielle Gimbal, Ian Kagey, Dennis Michael Keefe, Jessica Kent, Rachel Lee, Lorinda Lisitza, Tuan Malinowski, Lauren Marcus, Matthew McCollum, Kelly McIntyre, Eric William Morris, Kevin Michael Murphy, Shakina Nayfack, James Penca, Josh Plotner, Rob Rokicki, Will Roland, Charlie Rosen, Mike Rosengarten, MiMi Scardulla, Brooke Shapiro, Lena Skeele, Emerson Mae Smith, Philip Jackson Smith, Jordan Stanley, Cori Stolbun, Brent Stranathan, Rachel Sussman, Vinnie Urdea, Tatiana Wechsler, Jared Weiss, and Jason SweetTooth Williams.
Christine O’Grady and Jennifer Werner choreograph, with costumes by Michelle Eden Humphrey and Brendan McCann. Max Friedman is assistant director, Alexa Spiegel is assistant producer, E. Sara Barnes is stage manager, and Lady del Castillo is assistant stage manager and The Joe Iconis Carolers that includes-Cori Stolbun, Alex Dorf, Amara Brady and Tuan Malinowski
Date:
12/14/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Inside the 12th Annual Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza at Feinstein's/54 Below
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BWW Exclusive: Adrienne Warren Sings With the HELPSTERS on Apple TV+
by Michael Major - 2022-05-25 11:28:59
VIDEO: Watch Sneak Peek of NYTW's 25 YEARS OF RENT: MEASURED IN LOVE
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-26 14:37:19
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by Stephi Wild - 2019-09-28 19:00:14
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for the Musicale Finale of TRANSPARENT
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STAGE TUBE: In Rehearsal with Brainpool's JUNK, Set for National Opera Center
by Stage Tube - 2012-11-15 18:24:57
STAGE TUBE: Behind-the Scenes Look at Barrington Stage's THE BLACK SUITS
by Stage Tube - 2012-08-10 21:14:47
News
Allison Janney, Joanna Gleason and Shakina Nayfack to Join TRUSpeak... Hear Our Voices!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
TRUSpeak... Hear Our Voices! 2025 will present special appearances by Emmy and Oscar winner Allison Janney, Tony winner Joanna Gleason and transgender activist Shakina Nayfack.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
TRUSpeak... Hear Our Voices! 2025 will present special appearances by Emmy and Oscar winner Allison Janney, Tony winner Joanna Gleason and transgender activist Shakina Nayfack.
Review: MANIFEST PUSSY at Diversionary Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Sep 29, 2025
Diversionary Theatre’s current show, “Manifest Pussy”, is a wild, warm, and deeply human solo show by Shakina Nayfack full of heart, humor, and revelation.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Sep 29, 2025
Diversionary Theatre’s current show, “Manifest Pussy”, is a wild, warm, and deeply human solo show by Shakina Nayfack full of heart, humor, and revelation.
Betsy Wolfe, Ana Villafañe, Shakina Nayfack, and Taylor Louderman Join WRITE OUT LOUD’s 2024 EP
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024
WRITE OUT LOUD has announced the release of its sixth studio EP, which will be available to stream in January. Learn more about how to pre-save the album now.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024
WRITE OUT LOUD has announced the release of its sixth studio EP, which will be available to stream in January. Learn more about how to pre-save the album now.
Diversionary Theatre to Present THE TRANS DIARIES
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024
Celebrating the fifth year of trans and non-binary writers and performers sharing their lives, Diversionary Theatre and the City of West Hollywood are co-sponsoring The Trans Diaries along with National Organization for Women Hollywood Chapter.
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024
Celebrating the fifth year of trans and non-binary writers and performers sharing their lives, Diversionary Theatre and the City of West Hollywood are co-sponsoring The Trans Diaries along with National Organization for Women Hollywood Chapter.
THE TRANS DIARIES Comes to West Hollywood and San Diego
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
Celebrating the fifth year of trans and non-binary writers and performers sharing their lives, the City of West Hollywood is co-sponsoring The Trans Diaries 2024, presented by the National Organization for Women Hollywood Chapter.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
Celebrating the fifth year of trans and non-binary writers and performers sharing their lives, the City of West Hollywood is co-sponsoring The Trans Diaries 2024, presented by the National Organization for Women Hollywood Chapter.
Diversionary Theatre Presents the San Diego Premiere of MANIFEST PUSSY
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2024
Diversionary Theatre has announced the San Diego premiere of MANIFEST PUSSY, starring Shakina.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2024
Diversionary Theatre has announced the San Diego premiere of MANIFEST PUSSY, starring Shakina.
Bianca Leigh to Return to the Laurie Beechman with TRANSVESTIGATION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2024
Bianca Leigh returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with her new solo cabaret comedy TRANSVESTIGATION. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2024
Bianca Leigh returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with her new solo cabaret comedy TRANSVESTIGATION. Learn how to purchase tickets.
OH, MARY! Star Bianca Leigh Will Bring Solo Musical BUSTED to the Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2024
Oh, Mary! star Bianca Leigh will return with a special performance of her acclaimed tour-de-force musical comedy, BUSTED: THE MUSICAL on Sunday, August 25 at Laurie Beechman Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2024
Oh, Mary! star Bianca Leigh will return with a special performance of her acclaimed tour-de-force musical comedy, BUSTED: THE MUSICAL on Sunday, August 25 at Laurie Beechman Theatre.
Joe Iconis & Family, Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, and More to Play 54 Below
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 28, 2024
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Check out the full lineup here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 28, 2024
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Check out the full lineup here!
Musical Theatre Factory to Honor John-Michael Lyles & More 10th Anniversary Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of MUSICAL THEATRE FACTORY at The Factory Function. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of MUSICAL THEATRE FACTORY at The Factory Function. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
C. Quintana Named Recipient Of Life Jacket Theatre Company's 2023-2024 $10,000 Commission For Trans+ Playwrights
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023
Life Jacket Theatre Company has announced that C. Quintana (CQ) is the inaugural recipient of the 2023-2024 commission created exclusively for Trans+ playwrights, which includes gender non-conforming, gender-expansive, and nonbinary individuals.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023
Life Jacket Theatre Company has announced that C. Quintana (CQ) is the inaugural recipient of the 2023-2024 commission created exclusively for Trans+ playwrights, which includes gender non-conforming, gender-expansive, and nonbinary individuals.
Jeb Brown, Andrew Cekala and Morgan Siobhan Green Will Lead Industry Readings of Lyons and Pakchar's BEAU
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023
On September 29th, The Music Theatre Factory will present a developmental reading of Lyons and Pakchar's new musical Beau. Find out more about the musical here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023
On September 29th, The Music Theatre Factory will present a developmental reading of Lyons and Pakchar's new musical Beau. Find out more about the musical here!
Review: Promising 5 & DIME: A NEW MUSICAL Plays Joe's Pub
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 13, 2023
Now the property is evolving into a musical. And you know what? It works.
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 13, 2023
Now the property is evolving into a musical. And you know what? It works.
Applications Now Open For Apples And Oranges Arts Theatre Accelerator: The Heroine's Journey In XR
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2023
Apples and Oranges Arts is currently accepting submissions for the Spring 2023 cohort of THEatre ACCELERATOR: The Heroine's Journey in XR - an immersive virtual musical theatre development program geared towards developing and distributing musicals on stage, and in mixed realities.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2023
Apples and Oranges Arts is currently accepting submissions for the Spring 2023 cohort of THEatre ACCELERATOR: The Heroine's Journey in XR - an immersive virtual musical theatre development program geared towards developing and distributing musicals on stage, and in mixed realities.
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