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Jacob Ming-Trent is an American stage and film actor. He is a frequent performer in productions of the Public Theater, both at their Astor Library home and at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park.

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Jacob Ming-Trent STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Off-Broadway World Premiere Production, 2023
Pedro

[Off-Broadway]
2021
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2018
Sir Toby Belch

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Public Theater Musical Adaptation, 2016
Sir Toby Belch

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Off-Broadway Revival, 2015
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2015
Aviragus

First Gentleman

[Broadway]
La Jolla Playhouse Broadway Transfer, 2013
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2006
Preacher


Jacob Ming-Trent Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical

Jacob Ming-Trent, The Harder They Come

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Jacob Ming-TrentMerry Wives


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The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Jacob Ming-Trent, Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3)

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Jacob Ming-Trent News


Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Lillias White & More Will Lead Red Bull Theater's THE TEMPEST


Details have been announced for Red Bull Theater's upcoming production of The Tempest, starring Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Lillias White, and more.

Santino Fontana, Miriam Silverman & More Kick Off Red Bull Theater's Anniversary Festival Monday


Join Stephen Moyer, Kristine Nielsen, Santino Fontana, Miriam Silverman, Jacob Ming-Trent, and more as they kick off Red Bull Theater’s Anniversary Festival this Monday.

Red Bull Theater Kicks Off The 20th Anniversary Festival With Jacob Ming-Trent's HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE


Join RED BULL THEATER as they kick off their 20th ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL with Jacob Ming-Trent's HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE on Monday, April 15th at Sheen Center.

Casts Set for Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival 2024 Season


The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival has revealed the casts for their 2024 repertory Season. Learn about the plays this season and see who is starring!

Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Santino Fontana & More to Lead Red Bull Theater's 20th Anniversary Festival


RED BULL THEATER has revealed details for the upcoming 20th Anniversary Festival, an all-star series of workshops and readings of Shakespeare, his contemporaries, & more. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Public Theater Sets Traveling Free Shakespeare in the Park Schedule for Summer 2024


The Public Theater will present GO PUBLIC! A Festival of Free Shakespeare in the Park, featuring a suite of free summer programming taking place across all five boroughs. Learn more about The Public's summer 2024 season.

John Douglas Thompson and Sarin Monae West Join THE REVENGE at Red Bull Theater


RED BULL THEATER has revealed the updated cast for the next offering of the new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: The Revenge by Edward Young, directed by Nathan Winkelstein.

Folger Theatre Announces Artists And Releases Full Program Lineup for The Second Year of THE READING ROOM FESTIVAL


Folger's Reading Room Festival - full schedule and press contacts for immediate release. Contact Peter Eramo, Jr. at 202.675.0344 or peramo@folger.edu.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Alexandra Silber, Christian Coulson & More to Star in THE REVENGE at Red Bull Theater


RED BULL THEATER has revealed the cast for the next offering of the new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: The Revenge by Edward Young, directed by Nathan Winkelstein.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Folger Theatre To Expands Reading Room Festival With Slate Of Engaging Programming


Folger Shakespeare Library has announced Folger Theatre's eagerly-awaited second iteration of The Reading Room Festival.

Red Bull Theater 20th Anniversary To Feature Audra McDonald, Patrick Page, Santino Fontana, Reeve Carney, and More


RED BULL THEATER has announced details of its plans for 2024, celebrating its 20th Anniversary. Highlights include the rolling world premiere of Medea: Re-Versed opening Off-Broadway; a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings with an all-star line-up (offered both in-person and online); and an all-new season of the popular Red Bull Theater Podcasts (formerly known as RemarkaBULL Podversations), intimate behind the scenes conversations with great artists.

BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards December 5th Standings; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Andy Grotelueschen & Nicholas Edwards to Join New Maltby & Shire Musical THE COUNTRY WIFE at Red Bull Theater


Andy Grotelueschen will replace the previously announced Jacob Ming-Trent for the first major New York presentation of Maltby & Shire’s new musical, The Country Wife at Red Bull Theater.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Leads Best Play!


Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Mac-Haydn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Jacob Ming-Trent FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jacob Ming-Trent been in?

Jacob Ming-Trent has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Jacob Ming-Trent been in?

Jacob Ming-Trent has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jacob Ming-Trent been nominated for?

Jacob Ming-Trent has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical at The Lortels for "The Harder They Come," Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Merry Wives," and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at The Lortels for "Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3)."

What awards has Jacob Ming-Trent won?

Jacob Ming-Trent has won the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play award at The Lortels for his role in Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3).

What is Jacob Ming-Trent next theatre project?

Jacob Ming-Trent's next show will be The Harder They Come which opens on 3/15/2023 on Off-Broadway.

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