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Rebecca Naomi Jones has performed on Broadway in Oklahoma!, Significant Other, American Idiot, Passing Strange, and Hedwig and the Angry Inch. She just finished a run of the acclaimed new play Marie and Rosetta at the Atlantic Theater. Other NY work includes Murder Ballad at MTC (Lilly Award and Lucille Lortel nomination), Signature Theater's production of Big Love (Drama League nomination), The Fortress of Solitude (Public Theater), Love’s Labour's Lost (Shakespeare in the Park), Wig Out! (Vineyard Theatre), and the recent ENCORES production of God Bless You Mr. Rosewater. Earlier this Summer Rebecca also performed at the Williamstown Theater Festival in Cost of Living. Films: The Big Sick (upcoming, produced by Judd Apatow), Ratter (2014 Slamdance Film Festival Selection), Ordinary World (2015 TriBeCa Film Festival Selection), Passing Strange (Spike Lee), and the documentary Broadway Idiot. Select Television: "Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll," "Inside Amy Schumer," "Limitless," "Difficult People," "High Maintenance" and "Blue Bloods." Solo concerts: Lincoln Center American Songbook, Apollo Cafe. Rebecca is an Associate Artist with the Civilians Theater Company and holds a BFA in Drama from the North Carolina School of the Arts.

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Rebecca Naomi Jones STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2023
Ruthie Rivkin

[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2022
Rosalind

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2019
Laurey Williams

[Off-Broadway]
St. Ann's Warehouse Production, 2018
Laurie

[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere at the Public Theater, 2018
Kate

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company and Alley Theatre World Premiere, 2017
Urzula

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theatre Public Works Production, 2017
Rosalind

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Vanessa

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company World Premiere, 2016
Marie Knight

[Off-Broadway]
New York City Center Encores Off-Center Production, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Yitzhak [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2013
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Whatsername

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Fay

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Sherry

Renata

Desi

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Sherry / Renata / Desi


Rebecca Naomi Jones Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Rebecca Naomi Jones, Oklahoma!

Drama League Awards - 2015 - Distinguished Performance Award

Rebecca Naomi Jones, Big Love

The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actress

Rebecca Naomi Jones, Murder Ballad


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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2010 - Best Featured Actress in a Musical

Rebecca Naomi Jones, American Idiot

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Rebecca Naomi Jones News


OKLAHOMA! Opened on Broadway on this Day in 1943


Oklahoma! opened at the St. James Theatre on March 31st, 1943. The musical, with music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, was based on Lynn Rigg's 1930 play 'Green Grow the Lilacs.'

Photos: Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, and More Arrive at Opening Night of DOUBT


See photos of Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, Rupert Friend, Nathan Lane, and more arriving on the red carpet of the opening night celebration of Doubt here!

COST OF LIVING Makes Boston Premiere Next Month


SpeakEasy Stage Company presents the Boston premiere of playwright Martyna Majok’s play COST OF LIVING. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

Photos: Debra Messing, Shoshana Bean, Tovah Feldshuh & More Celebrate SHABBAT ON BROADWAY


See photos of Debra Messing, Adam Pascal, Shoshana Bean and more at Shabbat on Broadway.

Video: Watch Talia Suskauer and More Perform at SHABBAT ON BROADWAY


Watch Talia Suskauer, and Zal Owen and Danny Kornfeld perform at Shabbat on Broadway.

Key to the City Productions, Led By Amanda Lipitz and Henry Tisch, to Present SHABBAT ON BROADWAY January 27


On Saturday, January 27 at 9:30am, the Jewish community and Broadway community will come together to celebrate Shabbat with a free inclusive service that blends Jewish prayer, favorite showtunes, and more.

Interview: Adam Grupper Is a Stitch in I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE


An all-star cast brings the play about dreams and aspirations in the garment district back to life.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE


Classic Stage Company's I Can Get It For You Wholesale just celebrated opening night! Check out photos from inside the festivities!

Review Roundup: I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE Opens At Classic Stage Company


I Can Get It For You Wholesale opens tonight at Classic Stage Company. Read the reviews!

I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE Extends at Classic Stage Company


I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE has been extended at Classic Stage Company. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: First Look at Santino Fontana, Rebecca Naomi Jones, and More in I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE Off-Broadway


All new production photos have been released from  Classic Stage Company's I Can Get It For You Wholesale. Check out the photos here!

Photos: A Is For's Broadway Acts for Abortion Concert Raises $120K


Broadway Acts for Abortion just took place, bringing together the best of Broadway, karaoke, live auctions, surprise guests, all while raising $120k- critical funds and awareness about reproductive justice. Check out photos from inside the big night!

Review: SANTINO FONTANA At 54 Below A Good Choice


Don’t question it:  just go.

Photos: Inside A BRIEF INTERMISSION, Celebrating the Delacorte Theater


The Public Theater's special, one-night-only event, A BRIEF INTERMISSION, was held on Wednesday, September 6 at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

Interview: Santino Fontana of SANTINO FONTANA AT 54 BELOW


The Tony-winner returns to 54 Below with a mystery set of songs, special guests and showbiz stories.

Joy Woods, Victor de Paula Rocha & Darron Hayes Complete the Cast of I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at CSC


Get the latest news on the cast of I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at CSC. Joy Woods, Victor de Paula Rocha, and Darron Hayes join the production, featuring music by Harold Rome and directed by Trip Cullman. Don't miss out on this limited engagement show!

Exclusive: Colman Domingo Hosts a PASSING STRANGE Dinner Party Reunion on YOU ARE HERE


On an upcoming episode of his AMC travel series You Are Here, Colman Domingo reunited the cast of the 2008 Broadway musical, Passing Strange. Watch an exclusive video clip from the episode, which reunites the cast of Passing Strange, which also includes Daniel Breaker, Rebecca Naomi Jones, and more, also featuring Susan Stroman and Mary Zimmerman.

Julia Lester to Star as 'Miss Marmelstein' in I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at Classic Stage Company


Tony Award nominee Julia Lester (Into the Woods) will join the cast of Classic Stage Company's I Can Get It For You Wholesale. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Adam Chanler-Berat, Rebecca Naomi Jones and More Join I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at Classic Stage Company


Classic Stage Company has announced additional cast members for its fall production of I Can Get It For You Wholesale. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Exclusive: Watch Andrea Martin In a Musical Clip From HELPSTERS on Apple TV+


“Helpsters” season three returns with an impressive lineup of guest stars. Joining Martin in season three of the series is  Rebecca Naomi Jones, Mario Cantone, Sunita Mani, Alex Newell, Ephraim Sykes, Jackie Hoffman, and more. Watch an exclusive video clip of Andrea Martin in the series now!

Rebecca Naomi Jones FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Rebecca Naomi Jones been in?

Rebecca Naomi Jones has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Rebecca Naomi Jones been in?

Rebecca Naomi Jones has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Rebecca Naomi Jones been nominated for?

Rebecca Naomi Jones has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Oklahoma!", the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Big Love", Outstanding Featured Actress at The Lortels for "Murder Ballad", and Best Featured Actress in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "American Idiot".

What awards has Rebecca Naomi Jones won?

Rebecca Naomi Jones won the Best Featured Actress in a Musical award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for her role in American Idiot.

What is Rebecca Naomi Jones next theatre project?

Rebecca Naomi Jones's next show will be I Can Get It For You Wholesale which opens on 10/30/2023 on Off-Broadway.

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