Awa Sal Secka
Birth Place: Bronx, New York
Latest News on Awa Sal Secka:
Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25 (Dec 4, 2024)
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards (Dec 2, 2024)
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Have Midwest Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Nov 20, 2024)
Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25 (Dec 4, 2024)
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards (Dec 2, 2024)
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Have Midwest Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Nov 20, 2024)
BIO
Credits include: New York: Goddess workshop (Zawadi); Grace workshop (Jackie). Regional: Goddess (Grio) at Berkeley REP. Signature: Gun and Powder (Flo); Blackbeard (Kali Maa); Jesus Christ Superstar (Simon); Broadway in the Park; Signature Vinyl. Ford’s: Into the Woods (Baker’s Wife); The Wiz (Glinda/Dorothy u/s). Round House: School Girls (Ama); Caroline, or Change (Dottie). Theater J: Intimate Apparel (Mayme); Gloria: A Life (Flo Kennedy). Kennedy Center: Me…Jane (Maisie); Chasing the Wind (Abby). Imagination: Cinderella (Cinderella); Charlie Brown (Lucy). Artscentric: L5Y (Cathy); AIDA (Aida); MEMPHIS (Felicia). Center Stage: Glorious World (Lady 3). ATMTC: James and the Giant Peach (Sponge). Studio: SILENCE! (Ardelia). OTC: Co-writer of The Joy That Carries You (2023 Winner of the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical); Dessa Rose Concert (Dessa); Children of Eden Concert (Eve); Avenue Q (Ensemble).
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Video: 'Oh My Love' from WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jun 13, 2024
Video: First Look At Signature Theatre's WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA
by Joshua Wright - Jun 5, 2024
Video: In Rehearsal with WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Signature Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024
Exclusive: Watch Teal Wicks Sing 'Back to Before' in RAGTIME at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023
VIDEO: Awa Sal Secka Performs 'Now You Know' in Signature Theatre's SIMPLY SONDHEIM
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2021
VIDEO: Norm Lewis Performs 'Being Alive' From COMPANY as Part of Signature Theatre's SIMPLY SONDEHEIM
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2020
VIDEO: Watch a Clip From Signature's GUN & POWDER, Plus a Message From Awa Sal Secka
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2020
VIDEO: Mark G. Meadows, Awa Sal Secka, and Erin Driscoll Talk Cabarets on SIGNATURE STRONG LIVE!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2020
VIDEO: First Look at Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman in the New Trailer for GUN & POWDER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2020
Video: Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman Perform 'Wide Open Plains' From GUN & POWDER
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2020
VIDEO: Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman Sing 'Freedom' From GUN & POWDER
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2020
VIDEO: Sneak Peek at 'Animals, Animals' from New Musical 'ME... JANE' at The Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - Nov 6, 2017
VIDEO: See Nicholas Edwards and More in Highlights from JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at D.C.'s Signature Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2017
VIDEO: Ari McKay Wilford Sings Unplugged 'Heaven on Their Minds' from Signature's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2017
VIDEO: Natascia Diaz Sings Unplugged 'I Don't Know How to Love Him' from Signature Theatre's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2017
News
Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25
Olney Theatre Center announced the three collaborative projects it will develop with week-long workshops as part of its Vanguard Arts Fund (VAF) during the 24-25 season.
Olney Theatre Center announced the three collaborative projects it will develop with week-long workshops as part of its Vanguard Arts Fund (VAF) during the 24-25 season.
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC 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!
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC 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!
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Have Midwest Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Straight from a twice-extended Broadway run, Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the Midwest premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Straight from a twice-extended Broadway run, Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the Midwest premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Nick Rashad Burroughs, Amber Iman & More to Star in GODDESS at The Public Theater
The Public Theater has revealed the initial cast for the upcoming musical GODDESS. After a world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, GODDESS will make its debut in New York. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Public Theater has revealed the initial cast for the upcoming musical GODDESS. After a world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, GODDESS will make its debut in New York. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING At Berkeley Repertory Theatre
Check out brand-new production photos from Jocelyn Bioh's Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Peet’s Theatre now through December 15, 2024.
Check out brand-new production photos from Jocelyn Bioh's Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Peet’s Theatre now through December 15, 2024.
Berkeley Rep to Present the West Coast Premiere of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
Direct from a twice-extended run on Broadway, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer, love ignites, dreams soar, and secrets unravel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Direct from a twice-extended run on Broadway, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer, love ignites, dreams soar, and secrets unravel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING At Arena Stage
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater is presenting the Manhattan Theatre Club production of Jocelyn Bioh's, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. See photos from the production!
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater is presenting the Manhattan Theatre Club production of Jocelyn Bioh's, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. See photos from the production!
Review: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage
What did our critic think of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage?
What did our critic think of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage?
Cast and Creative Team Set for JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage
Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.
Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.
Review: SUMMERTIME: AWA SAL SECKA SINGS LADIES OF JAZZ at Signature Theatre
The talented actress and sometime playwright has appeared in dozens of shows in D.C. — and several at Signature, including an award-winning performance in its Ragtime last year. Here, she shares her passion for jazz singers from the golden era that have never gone out of style in a personable revue backed by a couple of ace musicians.
The talented actress and sometime playwright has appeared in dozens of shows in D.C. — and several at Signature, including an award-winning performance in its Ragtime last year. Here, she shares her passion for jazz singers from the golden era that have never gone out of style in a personable revue backed by a couple of ace musicians.
Interview: Theatre Life with Abigail Bengson
Today’s subject Abigail Bengson is one half of the singer/songwriter folk song performing group known as The Bengsons. Their songs and music are currently helping to underscore and tell the story for Jeff Augustine’s play Where The Mountain Meets the Sea. The show is currently running in Signature Theatre’s ARK space through July 7th.
Today’s subject Abigail Bengson is one half of the singer/songwriter folk song performing group known as The Bengsons. Their songs and music are currently helping to underscore and tell the story for Jeff Augustine’s play Where The Mountain Meets the Sea. The show is currently running in Signature Theatre’s ARK space through July 7th.
Video: 'Oh My Love' from WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Signature Theatre
Watch as Awa Sal Secka performs Oh My Love from WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Signature Theatre in this all-new video.
Watch as Awa Sal Secka performs Oh My Love from WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Signature Theatre in this all-new video.
Video: First Look At Signature Theatre's WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA
Get a first look at Signature Theatre's production of Where the Mountain Meets the Sea in an all-new video.
Get a first look at Signature Theatre's production of Where the Mountain Meets the Sea in an all-new video.
Review: WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Signature Theatre
Signature Theatre’s production, Where The Mountain Meets the Sea, is a touching narrative that explores the complex dynamics between a father and son, set to the soulful sounds of mountain music. You don’t want to miss out on this original musical, which will stay with you in your heart, even after you leave the theatre.
Signature Theatre’s production, Where The Mountain Meets the Sea, is a touching narrative that explores the complex dynamics between a father and son, set to the soulful sounds of mountain music. You don’t want to miss out on this original musical, which will stay with you in your heart, even after you leave the theatre.
IN THE HEIGHTS, SOFT POWER & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024-2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024-2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: In Rehearsal with WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Signature Theatre
Get a glimpse inside rehearsal for Where the Mountain Meets the Sea at Signature Theatre in the video here!
Get a glimpse inside rehearsal for Where the Mountain Meets the Sea at Signature Theatre in the video here!
MISTER LINCOLN, SISTER ACT & More Set for Ford's Theatre Society 2024-2025 Season
Ford’s Theatre Society reveals its 2024-2025 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and events. Discover the upcoming shows and special performances at this historic Washington, D.C. venue.
Ford’s Theatre Society reveals its 2024-2025 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and events. Discover the upcoming shows and special performances at this historic Washington, D.C. venue.
Stephanie J. Block, Rob McClure, and More Receive 2024 Helen Hayes Awards
On May 20, 2024, the 40th Helen Hayes Awards took place at The Anthem on the District Wharf, with over 1,600 theatre-makers and theatre supporters in attendance. Learn more about the winners here!
On May 20, 2024, the 40th Helen Hayes Awards took place at The Anthem on the District Wharf, with over 1,600 theatre-makers and theatre supporters in attendance. Learn more about the winners here!
Photos: Nathan Lane Receives the Stephen Sondheim Award from Signature Theatre
On April 29, 2024, Virginia’s Signature Theatre honored star of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Some of Nathan's fondest friends and colleagues turned out for the event, including former co-stars Faith Prince and Krysta Rodriguez, along with Tony-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman and more! See photos from inside the event here!
On April 29, 2024, Virginia’s Signature Theatre honored star of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Some of Nathan's fondest friends and colleagues turned out for the event, including former co-stars Faith Prince and Krysta Rodriguez, along with Tony-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman and more! See photos from inside the event here!
BWW Feature: Signature Theatre Honors Nathan Lane At Sondheim Award Gala 2024
The versatile and mega-talented performer Nathan Lane was awarded the Signature Theatre's Sondheim Award on Monday, April 29th and the unique sardonic humor and sophisticated sensibility was evident throughout the performances of those who paid tribute to his remarkable career. Lane’s authenticity and natural charisma bounced off the walls of the Anthem building ---where the Gala was held.
The versatile and mega-talented performer Nathan Lane was awarded the Signature Theatre's Sondheim Award on Monday, April 29th and the unique sardonic humor and sophisticated sensibility was evident throughout the performances of those who paid tribute to his remarkable career. Lane’s authenticity and natural charisma bounced off the walls of the Anthem building ---where the Gala was held.
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