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Tamberla Perry

 
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Tamberla Perry previously appeared at the Goodman as Vera Stark in By the Way, Meet Vera Stark and as Susan in David Mamet’s Race (Black Theatre Alliance Award for Best Actress). Other Chicago credits include Bulrusher at Congo Square Theatre Company; In the Next Room or the vibrator play at ... (read complete bio)
 
Tamberla Perry Headshot

Bio:
Tamberla Perry previously appeared at the Goodman as Vera Stark in By the Way, Meet Vera Stark and as Susan in David Mamet’s Race (Black Theatre Alliance Award for Best Actress). Other Chicago credits include Bulrusher at Congo Square Theatre Company; In the Next Room or the vibrator play at ... (read complete bio)

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  [Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Original Off-Broadway Production, 2015
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Tamberla Perry Biography

Tamberla Perry previously appeared at the Goodman as Vera Stark in By the Way, Meet Vera Stark and as Susan in David Mamet’s Race (Black Theatre Alliance Award for Best Actress). Other Chicago credits include Bulrusher at Congo Square Theatre Company; In the Next Room or the vibrator play at Victory Gardens Theater; Eclipsed at Northlight Theatre; The North Plan and The Brother/Sister Plays at Steppenwolf Theatre Company (Black Theatre Alliance and Jeff awards for Best Ensemble); Fedra: Queen of Haiti and Black Diamond at Lookingglass Theatre Company; The Overwhelming at Next Theatre Company and She Calls Up the Sun and Blaxploitation 1 and 2 (Black Theatre Alliance Award for Best Actress) at MPAACT. Regional credits include Bus Stop at Madison Repertory Theatre, Icarus with Lookingglass Theatre Company at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles and The Piano Lesson at Portland Stage Company. On film, Mrs. Perry has appeared in Tapioca, Puzzled Love and Chasing Robert, and her television appearances include Boss, Chicago Fire and as the Illinois Lottery hostess on WGN-TV. Ms. Perry is a company member of MPAACT.





Tamberla Perry News

Review: CLYDE'S at Mark Taper Forum Photo Review: CLYDE'S at Mark Taper Forum
by Tracey Paleo - Nov 26, 2022

Quite possibly, a perfect production.  Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage’s Tony Award-nominated CLYDE’S at the Mark Taper Forum is heartfelt, funny, and seriously delicious.

Interview: Making Great Sandwiches Makes for a Great Life for CLYDE'S Reza Salazar Photo Interview: Making Great Sandwiches Makes for a Great Life for CLYDE'S Reza Salazar
by Gil Kaan - Nov 15, 2022

Clyde’s, the latest work of two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, just opened at the Mark Taper Forum November 15, 2022. Clyde’s centers around a truck stop (Clyde’s) staffed by rehabilitating ex-cons. Kate Whoriskey directs the cast of Kevin Kenerly, Tamberla Perry, Reza Salazar, Nedra Snipes and Garrett Young. Reza managed to squeeze out some time in between rehearsals to answer a few of my queries.

Center Theatre Group Announces Community Events
To Celebrate CLYDE'S Photo Center Theatre Group Announces Community Events To Celebrate CLYDE'S
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022

Los Angeles' largest theatre company will host several events to celebrate the vibrancy and diversity of Los Angeles, nurture lifelong learning and human connection, and connect audiences with artists that are working at the highest levels of their own experience and craft with several events happening in November and December.

West Coast Premiere of CLYDE'S to Open at the Mark Taper Forum in November Photo West Coast Premiere of CLYDE'S to Open at the Mark Taper Forum in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2022

Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage and director Kate Whoriskey will bring their latest Broadway triumph, “Clyde’s,” a co-production with Goodman Theatre in Chicago to the Mark Taper Forum November 15 to December 18. It recently concluded the Goodman engagement.

Second City Announces World Premiere of its First Original Web Series THE TAM AND KEV Photo Second City Announces World Premiere of its First Original Web Series THE TAM AND KEVIN SHOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2022

The Second City has announced the world premiere of 'The Tam and Kevin Show,' its first original web series, to debut on The Second City YouTube channel June 13. 

Ojai Playwrights Announces Robert H. Egan Legacy Fund at 25th Anniversary Benefit Gal Photo Ojai Playwrights Announces Robert H. Egan Legacy Fund at 25th Anniversary Benefit Gala
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2022

Ojai Playwrights Conference announced the founding of the Robert H. Egan Legacy Fund at their 25th Anniversary Benefit Gala on June 4, 2022. Honoring the work of outgoing Artistic Director/Producer Robert Egan, the fund will support visionary OPC New Works Festival playwrights who are creating challenging new plays and imagining a better future for all. Egan leaves his role at OPC at the end of this year.

Charlayne Woodard, Jimmy Smits, Ben Feldman & More to Take Part in Ojai Playwrights C Photo Charlayne Woodard, Jimmy Smits, Ben Feldman & More to Take Part in Ojai Playwrights Conference Benefit Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2022

On June 4, 2022, the Ojai Playwrights Conference will celebrate 25 successful seasons with a Benefit Gala to be directed and produced by OPC Artistic Director/Producer Robert Egan at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Los Angeles.

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, December 10 with James Monroe Iglehart, Darius de Ha Photo Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, December 10 with James Monroe Iglehart, Darius de Haas and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 10, 2020

Today (December 10) in live streaming: Broadway's Best Shows presents Robert O'Hara's BARBECUE, James Monroe Iglehart visits Backstage Live, and so much more!

Laurie Metcalf, Carrie Coon, Colman Domingo, Kimberly Hébert Gregory and More Star i Photo Laurie Metcalf, Carrie Coon, Colman Domingo, Kimberly Hébert Gregory and More Star in BARBECUE by Robert O'Hara
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2020

The fall season of “Spotlight on Plays” concludes with Robert O’Hara’s BARBECUE on Thursday, December 10 at 8PM EST/ 5PM PST. The company stars Carrie Coon, Colman Domingo, Kimberly Hébert Gregory, Annie McNamara, S. Epatha Merkerson, Tony award winner Laurie Metcalf, David Morse, Kristine Nielsen, Tamberla Perry and Heather Simms.

Breaking: Patti LuPone, Morgan Freeman, Laurie Metcalf, Laura Linney & More Will Lead Photo Breaking: Patti LuPone, Morgan Freeman, Laurie Metcalf, Laura Linney & More Will Lead Spotlight On Plays
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 7, 2020

Broadway's Best Show will be a new home for entertaining, engaging content, long form features and exclusive access to Broadway's Best, will continue its weekly 'Spotlight On Plays' series on Thursday October 14, 2020 to benefit The Actors Fund.

Tamberla Perry Videos

BWW TV: Lookingglass Stages World Premiere of PLANTATION Videoplay
BWW TV: Lookingglass Stages World Premiere of PLANTATION

by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 6, 2018

Lookingglass Theatre Company continues its 30th Anniversary season with the world premiere of Plantation! a new comedy by Ensemble Member Kevin Douglas, directed by Ensemble Member David Schwimmer. Plantation! runs February 21 - April 22, 2018 at Lookingglass Theatre Company, located inside Chicago's historic Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan Ave. at Pearson. The Press Opening is Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

VIDEO: Take a Look at Some First Rehearsal Footage for Plantation! at Lookingglass Th Videoplay
VIDEO: Take a Look at Some First Rehearsal Footage for Plantation! at Lookingglass Theatre

by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2018

Lookingglass Theatre presents the World Premiere of PLANTATION!, a dark comedy written by ensemble member Kevin Douglas. Starring an all female cast, PLANTATION! examines an old family home and the secrets that it keeps. Directed by David Schwimmer, the production opened on February 21st and will run through April 22nd.

VIDEO: FOX Shares All-New Promo for New Series APB, Starring Justin Kirk
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 22, 2016

Below, watch an all-new promo for APB, premiering Feb. 6, 9:00 PM ET/PT on FOX! The new series stars Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominee Justin Kirk.