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Bio:
Tarra is best known for her stage work in professional theatres. Some of her most notable works include: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (Ma Rainey), The Color Purple (Sofia), The Wiz (Evilene), Dreamgirls (Effie), Shrek the Musical (Dragon, Mama Ogre/Bear), Chicago (Matron Morton), and Ain’t ... (read complete bio)

Stage Credits

  [Off-Broadway]
Second Stage and Vineyard Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Nell Gibbs

Tarra Conner Jones Biography

Tarra is best known for her stage work in professional theatres. Some of her most notable works include: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (Ma Rainey), The Color Purple (Sofia), The Wiz (Evilene), Dreamgirls (Effie), Shrek the Musical (Dragon, Mama Ogre/Bear), Chicago (Matron Morton), and Ain’t Misbehavin (Nell). She also lived and performed for 6 months in Shanghai, China. While there, she was a contracted singer performing classic jazz and R&B. Tarra wrote and performed, “Here Is Love”, a cabaret about love. Her performance was exceptionally reviewed by Broadway World.





Tarra Conner Jones News

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Photo Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2023

Get a first look inside rehearsals for the The World Premiere of Michael R. Jackson's new musical, White Girl in Danger!

Photos: The Company of WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Meets the Press Photo Photos: The Company of WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Meets the Press
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 28, 2023

See photos of the company of White Girl in Danger meeting the press!

Stage Aurora Theatrical Company To Present HARLEM OF THE SOUTH, A Virtual Production Photo Stage Aurora Theatrical Company To Present HARLEM OF THE SOUTH, A Virtual Production
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2023

Stage Aurora Theatrical Company, Theatre that Enlightens, will celebrate Black History Month and Women's History Month and present 'Harlem of the South' a virtual Fundraiser featuring some of your favorite stars from Broadway, Film and Television.

Photos: Vineyard Theater Honors Tony-Winner Billy Crudup At 40th Anniversary Gala! Photo Photos: Vineyard Theater Honors Tony-Winner Billy Crudup At 40th Anniversary Gala!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 14, 2023

See photos from inside the Vineyard Theatre's 40th Anniversary gala honoring Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor Billy Crudup!

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Asolo Rep Leads Favo Photo 12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Asolo Rep Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards;  at Rise Above Perf Photo Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; at Rise Above Performing Arts Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Liz Lark Brown, Kayla Davion, Morgan Siobhan Green, James Jackson Jr. & More to Star  Photo Liz Lark Brown, Kayla Davion, Morgan Siobhan Green, James Jackson Jr. & More to Star in WHITE GIRL IN DANGER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2022

Vineyard Theatre and Second Stage Theater have announced the complete cast for Michael R. Jackson’s new musical, WHITE GIRL IN DANGER.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Asolo Rep Leads Photo Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Asolo Rep Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Rise Above's GODSPELL Lea Photo First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Rise Above's GODSPELL Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022

The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Fulton Theatre Photo Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Nov 20, 2022

Fulton Theatre’s current production of the tepid White Christmas is an excellent example of the old adage “there are no small parts, only small actors”. Fulton Theatre?


Tarra Conner Jones Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tarra Conner Jones next theatre project?
Tarra Conner Jones's next show will be White Girl in Danger which opens on 4/10/2023 on Off-Broadway.