Nana Mensah
Nana Mensah is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Nollywood Dreams, and Man from Nebraska.
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Rachel Christopher, Zenzi Williams, Brittany Adebumola, Michael Oloyede, Kalyne Coleman, Somi Kakoma, Lakisha May, Director Whitney White, Playwright Jocelyn Bioh, Maechi Aharanwa, Nana Mensah and Dominique Thorne
Date:
10/04/2023
From: Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Original Broadway Production, 2023
Aminata
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Movies
The Film You Did Not See
[ 2009 ] Leslie
[ 2009 ] Leslie
The Misogynists
[ 2017 ] Blake
[ 2017 ] Blake
Like Father
[ 2018 ] American Airlines Agent
[ 2018 ] American Airlines Agent
The Man in the Woods
[ 2020 ] Ethel Patterson
[ 2020 ] Ethel Patterson
The King of Staten Island
[ 2020 ] Kindergarten Teacher
[ 2020 ] Kindergarten Teacher
Farewell Amor
[ 2020 ] Linda
[ 2020 ] Linda
After Yang
[ 2021 ] Nico
[ 2021 ] Nico
Queen of Glory
[ 2021 ] Sarah Obeng
[ 2021 ] Sarah Obeng
TV Shows
13 Reasons Why
Amara Josephine Achola
Amara Josephine Achola
Madam Secretary
Sally Palermo
Sally Palermo
The Diplomat
[ 2023-2024 ] Billie Appiah
[ 2023-2024 ] Billie Appiah
Presumed Innocent
[ 2024 ] Det. Alana Rodriguez
[ 2024 ] Det. Alana Rodriguez
Big Boys
[ 2022-2025 ] Eleanor
[ 2022-2025 ] Eleanor
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Nana Mensah, Man From Nebraska
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Nana Mensah, Man From Nebraska
Videos
Video: THE DIPLOMAT Season 3 Sets October Release; Watch a Teaser Now
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-18 10:38:38
Video: Sneak Peek Clip From Season Finale of Apple TV+ Series PRESUMED INNOCENT
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-07-18 13:17:47
Video: Watch Clip From Upcoming Episode of PRESUMED INNOCENT With Jake Gyllenhaal
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-06-20 16:26:28
Video: Watch Jake Gyllenhaal in New Clip From PRESUMED INNOCENT
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-06-13 15:13:32
Video: Watch Sneak Peek From Series Premiere of PRESUMED INNOCENT Starring Jake Gyllenhaal
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-06-05 14:07:58
Photos & Video: The Museum of Broadway Celebrates JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-06-05 13:13:51
Video: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING's Nana Mensah Is On the Rise!
by Candace Cordelia - 2023-10-15 08:00:20
Video: Watch Highlights from JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING on Broadway
by Show Highlights - 2023-09-28 13:49:47
Video: The Company of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Meets the Press!
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-08-18 16:00:53
News
THE DIPLOMAT Season 4 to Premiere on Netflix This October
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026
Netflix released a teaser and first look for season four of THE DIPLOMAT, following Kate Wyler as a diplomatic crisis and a political conspiracy threaten to upend the balance of power.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026
Netflix released a teaser and first look for season four of THE DIPLOMAT, following Kate Wyler as a diplomatic crisis and a political conspiracy threaten to upend the balance of power.
Paleyfest Ny to Return With Inaugural PaleyFest Award Honoring TV Stars
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026
The Paley Center for Media announced the return of PaleyFest NY at the Paley Museum, introducing a new PaleyFest Award honoring work including AMERICAN HORROR STORY, THE GILDED AGE, and Billy Crystal's Broadway return.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026
The Paley Center for Media announced the return of PaleyFest NY at the Paley Museum, introducing a new PaleyFest Award honoring work including AMERICAN HORROR STORY, THE GILDED AGE, and Billy Crystal's Broadway return.
INTER ALIA, Starring Rosamund Pike, Will Arrive on Broadway This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2026
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Suzie Miller’s new play, Inter Alia, will be coming to Broadway this Fall for a strictly limited engagement, starring Rosamund Pike. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2026
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Suzie Miller’s new play, Inter Alia, will be coming to Broadway this Fall for a strictly limited engagement, starring Rosamund Pike. We have all of the details here!
Ariana Grande, Jessie Buckley, & More Receive Nominations for SAG's Actor Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026
Ariana Grande, Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, and more have received nominations for their performances in Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, and Blue Moon at SAG-AFTRA's 32nd Annual Actor Awards.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026
Ariana Grande, Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, and more have received nominations for their performances in Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, and Blue Moon at SAG-AFTRA's 32nd Annual Actor Awards.
Video: THE DIPLOMAT Season 3 Debuts Official Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2025
Netflix has shared the official trailer for season three of The Diplomat, the critically acclaimed political drama starring Keri Russell. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2025
Netflix has shared the official trailer for season three of The Diplomat, the critically acclaimed political drama starring Keri Russell. Check it out now.
Video: THE DIPLOMAT Season 3 Sets October Release; Watch a Teaser Now
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 18, 2025
Netflix has revealed that The Diplomat, the critically acclaimed political drama starring Keri Russell, will return for its third season on October 16. Check out a new teaser now.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 18, 2025
Netflix has revealed that The Diplomat, the critically acclaimed political drama starring Keri Russell, will return for its third season on October 16. Check out a new teaser now.
WICKED, Colman Domingo & More Nominated for SAG Awards- Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2025
This morning, nominees for the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® honoring outstanding individual, cast and ensemble performances for the past year were announced. Check out the full list of nominations, which include Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Colman Domingo, Martin Short, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2025
This morning, nominees for the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® honoring outstanding individual, cast and ensemble performances for the past year were announced. Check out the full list of nominations, which include Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Colman Domingo, Martin Short, and more.
Review Roundup: THE FEAR OF 13 at Donmar Warehouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024
See what the critics are saying about The Fear of 13 at Donmar Warehouse. Learn more about the production starring Adrien Brody, and read all of the reviews.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024
See what the critics are saying about The Fear of 13 at Donmar Warehouse. Learn more about the production starring Adrien Brody, and read all of the reviews.
Video: Netflix Releases Trailer for THE DIPLOMAT Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024
Netflix has shared the official trailer for the second season of The Diplomat, which will premiere on the streamer on October 31, 2024.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024
Netflix has shared the official trailer for the second season of The Diplomat, which will premiere on the streamer on October 31, 2024.
Photos: Adrien Brody and Nana Mensah in THE FEAR OF 13 Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024
The Donmar Warehouse is presenting the world premiere of Lindsey Ferrentino’s The Fear of 13 – the inaugural production in Tim Sheader’s first season as Artistic Director of The Donmar Warehouse. See photos of Adrien & more in rehearsals!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024
The Donmar Warehouse is presenting the world premiere of Lindsey Ferrentino’s The Fear of 13 – the inaugural production in Tim Sheader’s first season as Artistic Director of The Donmar Warehouse. See photos of Adrien & more in rehearsals!
Nana Mensah to Star Opposite Adrien Brody in THE FEAR OF 13 World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2024
The Donmar Warehouse has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Lindsey Ferrentino’s The Fear of 13. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2024
The Donmar Warehouse has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Lindsey Ferrentino’s The Fear of 13. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Sneak Peek Clip From Season Finale of Apple TV+ Series PRESUMED INNOCENT
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 18, 2024
videoApple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the season finale of “Presumed Innocent,” the global hit series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal. The finale will premiere and be made available on Wednesday, July 24 on Apple TV+. Watch the clip here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 18, 2024
videoApple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the season finale of “Presumed Innocent,” the global hit series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal. The finale will premiere and be made available on Wednesday, July 24 on Apple TV+. Watch the clip here!
Video: Watch Clip From Episode 6 of PRESUMED INNOCENT
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 3, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the sixth episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal. Watch the clip now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 3, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the sixth episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal. Watch the clip now!
Video: Watch Sneak Peek From Episode 5 of PRESUMED INNOCENT
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the fifth episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and hailing from multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and J.J. Abrams. Watch the clip now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the fifth episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and hailing from multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and J.J. Abrams. Watch the clip now!
Video: Watch Clip From Upcoming Episode of PRESUMED INNOCENT With Jake Gyllenhaal
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the fourth episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and hailing from multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and J.J. Abrams. Watch the clip now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the fourth episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and hailing from multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and J.J. Abrams. Watch the clip now!
Photos: Celebration of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING At The Museum of Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024
One of this season's most well loved plays, Jaja's African Hair Braiding is taking center stage at the Museum of Broadway! See photos from the event celebrating Jocelyn Bioh's Tony-nominated play below!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024
One of this season's most well loved plays, Jaja's African Hair Braiding is taking center stage at the Museum of Broadway! See photos from the event celebrating Jocelyn Bioh's Tony-nominated play below!
Video: Watch Jake Gyllenhaal in New Clip From PRESUMED INNOCENT
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 13, 2024
videoApple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the third episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and hailing from multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and J.J. Abrams. Watch the clip now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 13, 2024
videoApple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the third episode of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and hailing from multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and J.J. Abrams. Watch the clip now!
Video: Watch Sneak Peek From Series Premiere of PRESUMED INNOCENT Starring Jake Gyllenhaal
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the series premiere of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal. The first two episodes will premiere on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, June 12. Watch the sneak peek now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the series premiere of “Presumed Innocent,” the new limited series starring and executive produced by Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal. The first two episodes will premiere on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, June 12. Watch the sneak peek now!
Photos & Video: The Museum of Broadway Celebrates JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
See photos and videos from The Museum of Broadway's celebration of Jaja's African Hair Braiding.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
See photos and videos from The Museum of Broadway's celebration of Jaja's African Hair Braiding.
Video: Watch Jake Gyllenhaal in First Trailer for Apple TV+ Series PRESUMED INNOCENT
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2024
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for “Presumed Innocent,” the upcoming eight-part limited series starring Jake Gyllenhaal. The show will debut with the first two episodes on Wednesday, June 12. The gripping series takes viewers on a journey through the horrific murder that upends the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney's office when one of its own is suspected of a crime. Watch the trailer now!
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2024
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for “Presumed Innocent,” the upcoming eight-part limited series starring Jake Gyllenhaal. The show will debut with the first two episodes on Wednesday, June 12. The gripping series takes viewers on a journey through the horrific murder that upends the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney's office when one of its own is suspected of a crime. Watch the trailer now!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Nana Mensah been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Man From Nebraska and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (The Lortels) for Man From Nebraska.
How many Broadway shows has Nana Mensah been in?
Nana Mensah has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Nana Mensah been in?
Nana Mensah has not appeared in the West End.
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