In this week's episode, Joel Crump talks to Tony Award Nominees at the Tony Awards Press Junket! He interviews Tony Award nominees Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, Maleah Joi Moon, Jim Parsons, Sky Lakota-Lynch, Nikki M James, Shaina Taub, and Tony Award Honorees Nikiya Mathis and Dr.
Nikki M. James
Broadway: The Book of Mormon (Tony Award), Les Misérables, All Shook Up, …Tom Sawyer. Favorite Theater Credits: Tony Kushner’s A Bright Room Called Day (The Public), Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin (Encores!
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BIO
Broadway: The Book of Mormon (Tony Award), Les Misérables, All Shook Up, …Tom Sawyer. Favorite Theater Credits: Tony Kushner’s A Bright Room Called Day (The Public), Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin (Encores!), Romeo & Juliet, Caesar & Cleopatra (Stratford Theater), Julius Caesar and Shaina Taub’s Twelfth Night (Shakespeare in the Park), Bernarda Alba (Lincoln Center), Preludes (LCT3). Notable TV/Film: “Daredevil: Born Again” (Disney+), “Severance” (AppleTV+), “Proven Innocent” (FOX), “Braindead” (CBS), Spoiler Alert (Focus). BFA from NYU’s Tisch. A proud mama, wife, New Yorker, voter. As always, for Poppy.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2017
Viveca
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Sabina Temple, Becky Thatcher (Understudy)
Productions
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Nikki M. James
Connection
Movies
Pizza
[ 2005 ] April Snow
[ 2005 ] April Snow
Caesar and Cleopatra
[ 2009 ] Cleopatra
[ 2009 ] Cleopatra
All Is Bright
[ 2013 ] Betsy
[ 2013 ] Betsy
The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her
[ 2013 ] Sia
[ 2013 ] Sia
The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him
[ 2013 ] Sia
[ 2013 ] Sia
Lucky Stiff
[ 2014 ] Annabel Glick
[ 2014 ] Annabel Glick
The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Them
[ 2014 ] Sia
[ 2014 ] Sia
Here After
[ 2020 ] Faith
[ 2020 ] Faith
Spoiler Alert
[ 2022 ] Nina
[ 2022 ] Nina
TV Shows
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Jackie, Tamara Bates
Jackie, Tamara Bates
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Detective Gail Dunbar, 911 Operator
Detective Gail Dunbar, 911 Operator
The Good Fight
Monica Timmons
Monica Timmons
The Good Wife
Monica Timmons
Monica Timmons
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance
Nikki M. James, Suffs
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Nikki M. James, Suffs
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical
Nikki M. James, SUFFS
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Distinguished Performance Awards
Nikki M. James, SUFFS
Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award
Nikki M. James, Twelfth Night
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Nikki M. James, The Book of Mormon
Videos
Video: Nikki M. James- 'All of the Nominees Are Lucky, But I'm Luckier'
by Joey Mervis - 2024-06-04 14:32:56
Video: Shaina Taub Performs 'Keep Marching' and Talks SUFFS With Secretary Hillary Clinton on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2024-04-16 10:20:37
Video: Shaina Taub, Hillary Clinton, Malala Yousafzai, and More Discuss SUFFS on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-31 13:14:12
Video: SUFFS Cast and Creatives Unite for Inspiring Women's History Month Conversation
by Survival Jobs - 2024-03-21 15:37:01
Video: Producer Hillary Rodham Clinton Featured in New SUFFS Promotional Video
by Stephi Wild - 2024-03-04 10:19:43
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of GUTENBERG!
by Red Carpet - 2023-10-16 16:43:24
Video: Nathan Lane Reprises THE PRODUCERS Role in Cameo in GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-13 05:45:54
Flashback: Backstage at THE BOOK OF MORMON with Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-09-22 13:31:37
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of THE SHARK IS BROKEN
by Red Carpet - 2023-08-14 10:02:24
News
Photos: Jelani Alladin, Nikki M. James & More at The Public Theater Block Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2024
See photos from The Public Theater's Block Party featuring Jelani Alladin, Nikki M. James and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2024
See photos from The Public Theater's Block Party featuring Jelani Alladin, Nikki M. James and more.
BROADWAY BARKS Announces Celebrity And Shelter Participants
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2024
Broadway Barks has announced its celebrity and shelter participants for the event on Saturday, August 3. The annual event, co-founded by Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore, promotes pet adoption.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2024
Broadway Barks has announced its celebrity and shelter participants for the event on Saturday, August 3. The annual event, co-founded by Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore, promotes pet adoption.
Peter Dinklage, Lupita Nyong'o, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Sandra Oh To Lead TWELFTH NIGHT At Shakespeare in the Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2024
Peter Dinklage (Malvolio), Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Andrew Aguecheek), Lupita Nyong’o (Viola), and Sandra Oh (Olivia) will lead Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT, directed by The Public’s Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali, which will reopen the revitalized Delacorte Theater in August 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2024
Peter Dinklage (Malvolio), Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Andrew Aguecheek), Lupita Nyong’o (Viola), and Sandra Oh (Olivia) will lead Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT, directed by The Public’s Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali, which will reopen the revitalized Delacorte Theater in August 2025.
Photos: Tony-Winner Nikki M. James Visits NYC's Broadway Artists Alliance
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024
Last week, the students of Broadway Artists Alliance welcomed a special guest: Tony-winner and Broadway icon, Nikki M. James. See photos from her visit.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024
Last week, the students of Broadway Artists Alliance welcomed a special guest: Tony-winner and Broadway icon, Nikki M. James. See photos from her visit.
Photos: SUFFS Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway
by Lauren Hilton - Jul 15, 2024
Shaina Taub's Tony-winning musical, Suffs, just celebrated its 100th performance on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. See photos of the company's celebration here.
by Lauren Hilton - Jul 15, 2024
Shaina Taub's Tony-winning musical, Suffs, just celebrated its 100th performance on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. See photos of the company's celebration here.
Nikki M. James, Jelani Alladin & More to Perform at The Public Theater Block Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2024
The Public Theater will host a block party at their home on Astor Place on Sunday, July 28, from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Learn how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2024
The Public Theater will host a block party at their home on Astor Place on Sunday, July 28, from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Learn how to attend!
SUFFS Interrupted By Demonstrators Calling the Show 'A White Wash'
by Team BWW - Jul 3, 2024
A performance of SUFFS was interrupted by demonstrators holding a banner in one of the boxes at the Music Box Theatre. The banner read 'SUFFS is a whitewash' and was coupled with chants urging the show to be cancelled.
by Team BWW - Jul 3, 2024
A performance of SUFFS was interrupted by demonstrators holding a banner in one of the boxes at the Music Box Theatre. The banner read 'SUFFS is a whitewash' and was coupled with chants urging the show to be cancelled.
Photos: Inside the Tony Awards After Party at the Carlyle
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 19, 2024
BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the annual Tony Awards afterparty at The Carlyle Hotel with photos from inside the exclusive event!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 19, 2024
BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the annual Tony Awards afterparty at The Carlyle Hotel with photos from inside the exclusive event!
Video: SUFFS Celebrates Shaina Taub's History Making Tony Wins
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2024
On Sunday night, composer Shaina Taub took home the Tony Awards for 'Best Book of a Musical' and 'Best Score' for her outstanding work on Suffs. See the show celebrate their history-making author! Watch the video!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2024
On Sunday night, composer Shaina Taub took home the Tony Awards for 'Best Book of a Musical' and 'Best Score' for her outstanding work on Suffs. See the show celebrate their history-making author! Watch the video!
Photos: Go Inside the 2024 Tony Awards After Party
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2024
See photos from the Tony Awards after-party at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, featuring winners such as Jeremy Strong, Justin Peck, Jonathan Groff, Will Brill, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2024
See photos from the Tony Awards after-party at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, featuring winners such as Jeremy Strong, Justin Peck, Jonathan Groff, Will Brill, and more.
2024 Tony Awards Fashions- The Best Looks from Broadway's Biggest Night
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2024
The 2024 Tony Awards have come and gone and as usual, Broadway's biggest stars turned up and turned it out in honor of the big night! From classic glamour to avant garde eleganza, check out our photos below to find out which 'fits were it at this year's celebration!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2024
The 2024 Tony Awards have come and gone and as usual, Broadway's biggest stars turned up and turned it out in honor of the big night! From classic glamour to avant garde eleganza, check out our photos below to find out which 'fits were it at this year's celebration!
Paper Mill Playhouse Reveals 2024 Rising Star Award Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2024
Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the winners of the 29th annual Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater. See the full list of winners!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2024
Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the winners of the 29th annual Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater. See the full list of winners!
How/When/Where to Watch the 2024 Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 15, 2024
On June 16, The 77th Annual Tony Awards made their debut at Lincoln Center at the David H. Koch Theatre to celebrate the best of Broadway for the 2023/24 theatre season.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 15, 2024
On June 16, The 77th Annual Tony Awards made their debut at Lincoln Center at the David H. Koch Theatre to celebrate the best of Broadway for the 2023/24 theatre season.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 2024 Tony Awards
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 16, 2024
We're taking you to the red carpet for a look at all of the stars (and what they're wearing)! Check back all night long for more photos!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 16, 2024
We're taking you to the red carpet for a look at all of the stars (and what they're wearing)! Check back all night long for more photos!
2024 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2024
The 77th Annual Tony Awards were a smashing success with The Outsiders and Stereophonic taking home the top prizes of Best Play and Best Musical. Find out who else took home honors with the full list of winners below!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2024
The 77th Annual Tony Awards were a smashing success with The Outsiders and Stereophonic taking home the top prizes of Best Play and Best Musical. Find out who else took home honors with the full list of winners below!
Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2024 Nominees
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 14, 2024
The 2024 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 47 awards!
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 14, 2024
The 2024 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 47 awards!
Video: Jenn Colella Talks Tony Noms for SUFFS and Why the Show Resonates Today
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2024
Jenn Colella, who plays suffragette Carrie Catt in the hit musical Suffs, recently stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the show, which has received 6 Tony nominations. In the interview, she recalled celebrating the nominations and went on to highlight how, even though the story takes place 100 years ago, the themes still resonate today. Watch the full interview!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2024
Jenn Colella, who plays suffragette Carrie Catt in the hit musical Suffs, recently stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the show, which has received 6 Tony nominations. In the interview, she recalled celebrating the nominations and went on to highlight how, even though the story takes place 100 years ago, the themes still resonate today. Watch the full interview!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the Drama Desk Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 11, 2024
Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 11, 2024
Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Photos: Backstage with the Drama Desk Awards Winners
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 11, 2024
Check out photos from backstage with the winners of the 2024 Drama Desk Awards!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 11, 2024
Check out photos from backstage with the winners of the 2024 Drama Desk Awards!
Exclusive: On SUFFS and Motherhood
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2024
In this edition, we hear from producer Rachel Sussman, who contributed the below essay about her four-time Tony-nominated Best Musical, Suffs.
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2024
In this edition, we hear from producer Rachel Sussman, who contributed the below essay about her four-time Tony-nominated Best Musical, Suffs.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Nikki M. James been in?
Nikki M. James has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Nikki M. James been in?
Nikki M. James has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Nikki M. James been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Suffs, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Suffs, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for SUFFS, Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for SUFFS, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Twelfth Night and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon.
Podcasts
Episode 83 | A Women's History Month Conversation with the Broadway Cast of "Suffs"
In an exciting and special Women's History Month episode of the podcast Survival Jobs, recorded live at The Museum of Broadway, Co-Host Samantha Tuozzolo sits down with some exceptionally talented and powerful members of the cast and creative team of the highly anticipated new musical, Suffs.
Ep5 - Nikki M. James (Book of Mormon - 2011)
When Nikki M. James was in kindergarten her teacher invited her to sing in a school performance. It was obvious to everyone that she was exceptionally talented but what became clear to Nikki, even at this young age, was that she found her passion.
Nikki James joins us on LTD! Nikki is a Tony Award winner for The Book of Mormon and was last seen on Broadway as Eponine in Les Miserables. Rory and Nikki are bonded for life over their experience in The Book of Mormon.
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