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StarStruck Theatre Co-Founder
Artistic Director/Instructor

Jennifer Jones is the Co-Founder and Producing Artistic Director of StarStruck Theatre; Martin County's only Children's Theatre and Performing Arts Training Center. For 20 years, Jennifer, along with her husband, Peter, have instructed thousands of local artists who are currently living and traveling across the globe performing in National Tours, Film & TV, and on Broadway. She is equally as proud of her alumni who are enjoying careers as successful Attorneys, Teachers, Photographers, Theatrical Producers, Stage Managers, Music Directors, and Doctors who all credit their performance training as a huge part of their success. StarStruck is a nationally recognized epicenter for excellence in arts education and has been featured in countless newspapers, magazines, and national publications such as The Sondheim Review. StarStruck has been a host to many Broadway celebrities - Vanessa Williams, Stephen Schwartz, John Caird and Laura Bell Bundy to name a few, who shared their experiences with students as well as worked with Jennifer and Peter on creating junior and school edition versions of their musicals. Jennifer’s philosophy is grounded in the belief that strong theatrical training benefits every child, regardless of their career path. Jennifer teaches acting, musical theatre and audition prep as well as directs all of StarStruck‘s large scale musical and non-musical productions and other events in Martin County. She most recently directed the sold out smash hits CHICAGO, ANNIE, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, LEGALLY BLONDE, A CHORUS LINE and PIPPIN. Other favorite directing moments: INTO THE WOODS, 13 THE MUSICAL, NEXT FALL, LA CAGE aux FOLLES, THE LAST 5 YEARS and CABARET. Jennifer won Broadway World’s Best Director Award for the play NEXT FALL and is a recipient of the Martin County Arts Council “mARTie Award” for Outstanding Performing Artist. She was awarded Best Direction for ANNIE Jr. and ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Jr. at the Music Theatre International Junior Festival in Atlanta and directed the Florida State premiere of the musical, SUMMER of ’42. She had the incredible opportunity to work with legendary composer, Stephen Schwartz, creating student versions of his musicals, MY SON, PINNOCHIO and CHILDREN OF EDEN and has produced and directed the world premiere Junior and School Editions of many musicals including RENT, SWEENEY TODD and HAIRSPRAY. Jennifer’s favorite onstage roles include Velma Kelly in CHICAGO, Sally Bowles in CABARET, Sandy in GREASE, Tessie Tura in GYPSY and Golde in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF.

Jennifer Jones STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
West End Transfer, 2016
Miss Ross

[US Tour]
US National Tour, 2014
Penny Johnson [Replacement]


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Regional Premiere Of THE PROM to be Presented At San Diego City College


The San Diego City College Dramatic Arts Program will present the regional premiere of the hit Broadway musical The Prom. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

Queens College Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day This Month


Queens College will commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Sunday, January 14. The college’s annual celebration of the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., featuring guest speakers, musical performances, and the premiere of the latest episode in the college’s docuseries on Dr. King’s connection to the college.

Review: SW!NG OUT at The Joyce Theater through July 2-The Dance Highlight of the Summer


'SW!NG OUT' is now at The Joyce Theater through July 2 and wow, just wow! The beloved genre of Lindy Hop, the pre-eminent form of swing-Jazz, partnered dance is being presented at its very best with choreography and improvisation by Director, Caleb Teicher and the Braintrust in collaboration with ultra-talented dancers.

Caramoor Summer Season Opens With Audra McDonald & Orchestra of St. Luke, June 17


Caramoor officially opens its 2023 summer season on June 17 with a concert featuring vocalist Audra McDonald, alongside Orchestra of St. Luke's (OSL).

Caramoor Announces Summer Season Lineup Featuring Six-Time Tony-Winner Audra McDonald And More


 Caramoor – long a byword for the transformative power of live music coupled with spectacular open-air venues, intimate indoor spaces, and world-renowned artists – officially opens its 2023 summer season (June 17–Aug 18; grounds open June 4) with a very special concert featuring stellar vocalist Audra McDonald, with Orchestra of St. Luke’s (OSL) led by Andy Einhorn.

Birmingham Village Players Receives A $21K Grant From the Michigan Arts and Culture Council 


Birmingham Village Players (BVP) has been awarded a grant of $21,000 from the State of Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC).

Sophia Anne Caruso & Lea Salonga to Lead Workshop of New Frank Wildhorn Musical THE SONG OF BERNADETTE


The new Frank Wildhorn musical, 'The Song of Bernadette,' will begin a New York City workshop this week. The workshop stars Sophie Anne Caruso and Lea Salonga.

World Premiere of LOVE AMONG THE RUINS & More Announced for Laguna Playhouse 2022-2023 Season


Laguna Playhouse has announced its 2022-2023 Season of Shows! Their season begins with the most successful new Canadian play of the last decade, the hilariously heartwarming KIM’S CONVENIENCE.

Recording Academy Appoints Jennifer Jones To Executive Vice President Of Legal Affairs


Reporting to CEO Harvey Mason jr., Jones oversees the Academy's day-to-day legal matters and is the advisor to the Academy's Board of Trustees, senior Recording Academy staff, the senior leadership of its affiliates, and other areas within the organization.

Fiscal Year 2022 Howard County Arts Council Grant Awards Announced


The awards were announced by Jennifer Jones from the Office of Howard County Executive Dr. Calvin Ball at the Arts Council's annual meeting and reception at the Howard County Center for the Arts on September 17, 2021.

VIDEO: Works & Process Bubble Performance: Rhapsody In Blue For New York


To support the spirit of the city at a time of struggle, choreographer Caleb Teicher assembled an ensemble of dancers including LaTasha Barnes, Nathan Bugh, Gaby Cook, Abdiel Jacobsen, Jennifer Jones, and Macy Sullivan with acclaimed pianist and composer Conrad Tao playing live to create a new work that captures New York City in all its beauty and peril.

Works & Process at the Guggenheim to Resume Live Performances With 12 New Commissions


The performing arts series Works & Process has announced the return of live performance at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum as a part of New York state's 'Safely Bringing Back the Arts' pilot program.

Birmingham Village Players Present THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA


It's Shakespeare like you've never seen…technically, heard…it performed before as Birmingham Village Players (BVP) member Marcus Laban of Warren spins the tale of The Two Gentlemen of Verona into an audio drama created in the heyday of radio.

The Radio City Rockettes Join Harlem School Of The Arts Summer Dance Experience Roster Of Guest Instructors


This year's Harlem School of the Arts (HSA), HSA@Home, Summer Dance Experience has begun. The organization has one of the best all-around dance programs in the country, and the Intensive, introduced two years ago, has fast risen to the top of in-demand summer programs.

Socially-Distanced Musical GAVROCHE Opens This Weekend at StarStruck Theatre


One of the first socially-distanced shows in America opens this weekend in Stuart, Florida. The world premiere of the new musical GAVROCHE, originally slated for April, opens to 50-percent capacity audiences tonight at StarStruck Theatre.

GAVROCHE, Les Mis Spinoff Musical, to Premiere at Stuart Theatre


StarStruck Theatre presents world premiere the new musical Gavroche. A new take on Les Miserables, Gavroche is from the perspective of the teens and kids in the original Victor Hugo book, starring scrappy street kid Gavroche and his two teen sisters Eponine and Azelma. Featuring a pop, contemporary score by composer/lyricist Bonnie Gleicher (off-Broadway's Addy & Uno) and a fresh take on a familiar story, Gavroche is for fans of such enduring musicals as Wicked and Annie.

Photo Flash: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Will Open Tonight At StarStruck Theatre


THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! StarStruck Theatre's Professional Production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC opens tonight with a star-studded gala in Stuart, FL. 

Photo Flash: First Look at THE REALISTIC JONESES at Ustinov Studio


Production images are released today for the UK premiere of Will Eno's Drama Desk Award winning play The Realistic Joneses, now running at the Ustinov Studio until Saturday 7 March with opening night for press this evening. The full cast includes Corey Johnson as Bob, Sharon Small as Jennifer, Jack Laskey as John and Clare Foster as Pony. The production is the latest from Theatre Royal Bath Productions and is directed by Simon Evans.

Katie Rodgers And Josh Rhett Noble Star In THE SOUND OF MUSIC At StarStruck Theatre


THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! StarStruck Theatre is proud to present the Professional Production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC February 19-23. Stuart, FL.

Khloe Kardashian & ID Expand True-Crime Partnership With New Series TWISTED LOVE


Don't get it twisted: love can be a terrifying thing. And love stories become even more heart-pounding when they turn unexpectedly dangerous. Following the success of the series TWISTED SISTERS, executive producer KhloéKardashianis back, and in partnership with 44 Blue Productions and Khlomoney Entertainment, she is bringing new twisted tales to Investigation Discovery. But instead of focusing on insidious siblings, this series looks at how love, of any kind, can go horribly wrong. This new six-part series shares tales of families, friends and lovers, and documents how at any moment, a trusted love can turn into a treacherous fate. TWISTED LOVE premieres on February 3rd at 9/8c, only on Investigation Discovery.

Jennifer Jones FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jennifer Jones been in?

Jennifer Jones has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Jennifer Jones been in?

Jennifer Jones has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Jennifer Jones's first West End show?

Jennifer Jones's first West End show was Half a Sixpence which opened in 2016

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