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BIO

This Brooklyn-born and raised, actress and singer starred as ‘Medda’ in the hit Disney production of Newsies’ on Broadway. Her Broadway debut was The Civil War. Off-Broadway 2000 revival of Godspell, she wowed audiences with her stirring rendition of ‘Turn Back, O Man’,available on the original cast recording. Bacharach/David Broadway hit The Look of Love, won her critical acclaim. Under the direction of George C. Wolfe, Ms. Jenkins created the role of ‘The Washing Machine’ in Caroline, Or Change. As ‘Frieda May’ in Martin Short-Fame becomes me, she sang ‘Stop the Show’, and brought the house down every night.


Off-Broadway -(mis) Understanding Mammy-The Hattie McDaniel Story, nominated for a Drama Desk Award. Nora Ephron’s Love, Loss, and What I Wore.

An active concert artist, Ms. Jenkins has appeared with orchestras in the U.S. and around the world.

TV- The Wiz Live on NBC, 30 Rock, the Practice, Law & Order SVU, the Sopranos and Law & Order. Film- ‘Musical Chairs’ directed by Susan Seidelman. Soundtracks: Nine, Chicago and Legally Blonde 2.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Medda Larkin [Replacement]

A Nun

Medda Larkin

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2007
The African American Woman

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Comedy All Star

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2004
Performer

The Washing Machine

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
The Washing Machine

The Washing Machine

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2000
Performer

Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Harriet Jackson

Bessie Toler (Understudy)

[Houston, TX (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1998
Hope Jackson

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1971
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Capathia Jenkins(mis)Understanding Mammy: The Hattie McDaniel Story

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News


Max von Essen To Perform With The New York Pops At Carnegie Hall In November

Max von Essen will perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall on November 15, 2024. The concert will feature a selection of Broadway hits and classic tunes, showcasing von Essen's vocal talents.
South Dakota Symphony Announcing Indvidual Tickets On Sale Date

Individual concert tickets for the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra's 2024-25 season will be available starting Friday, August 23.
Whoopi Goldberg, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, & More Named Honorary Co-Chairs For the Black Theatre United 2024 Gala

Black Theatre United has announced a star-studded lineup of Honorary Co-Chairs for its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Learn more here!
Megan Hayes and Dorothy Samuels Appointed to New York Pops Board of Directors.

The New York Pops has just announced the appointments of Megan Hayes and Dorothy Samuels to its Board of Directors.
Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theatre United Gala

Black Theatre United will host its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York. Learn more about how to attend here!
Houston Symphony Reveals 24-25 Season Featuring Jessica Vosk, Pink Martini & More

The Houston Symphony has revealed its 2024−25 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Unveils 2024/25 Season At The Winspear Centre

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra has unveiled its 2024/25 season at the Winspear Centre. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Developmental Readings of BORDELLO THE MUSICAL Set For This Week

 The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Bordello, The Musical, with book by Barbara Bellman and Joan Ross Sorkin, music by Emiliano Messiez, lyrics by Barbara Bellman, music direction by Steven Gross and directed by Will Pomerantz.
BORDELLO, THE MUSICAL To Have York Theatre Company Developmental Readings

Bordello, The Musical is set to have developmental readings at York Theatre Company on February 29 and March 1.
South Bend Symphony Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Mozart, HARRY POTTER & More

The South Bend Symphony Orchestra has revealed the 2024-25 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
South Dakota Symphony Orchestra Announces 2024-25 Season

The South Dakota Symphony Orchestra has announced details of the 2024-25 season, its 103rd, which will feature the greatly anticipated revival of Giants in the Earth – the Pulitzer Prize winning opera by American composer Douglas Moore (The Ballad of Baby Doe) based on Ole Edvart Rølvaag's epic novel about Norwegian settlers of the Dakota Territory in 1873.  The SDSO's production will be the first ever fully professional staging of Moore's opera.  More details on Giants in the Earth can be found at the bottom of this release.
State Theatre New Jersey Presents RESPECT: A Tribute To Aretha Franklin With New Jersey Symphony

State Theatre New Jersey and New Jersey Symphony present RESPECT: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin with New Jersey Symphony on Sunday, February 18 at 3pm.
New Jersey Symphony Performs 'Respect: A Tribute To Aretha Franklin'

The New Jersey Symphony will present a concert dedicated to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, featuring Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY Award-nominee Ryan Shaw, with Lucas Waldin conducting.
MPAC Unveils Lineup of Performances Celebrating Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month at MPAC with a diverse lineup of performances and events. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Bay Street Theater To Host A Theatrical Excursion To Naples, FL In March

Join Bay Street Theater for a theatrical excursion to Naples, FL in March.
Black Theatre United Raises Over $1.2 Million at Inaugural Gala

Black Theatre United (BTU) announced that the organization’s inaugural Gala on Monday, October 30, 2023 raised over $1.2 million to support BTU’s empowering programs in Mentorships, Student Internships, BTU’s Annual Advocacy Summit and BTU’s Education program.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Black Theatre United's Inaugural Gala

Just last night, Black Theatre United (BTU) held its inaugural Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Supported by Business for Good (BFG), the evening in celebration of the indelible mark that Black culture has had and continues to have on Broadway. Check out photos from inside the big night!
Black Theatre United Announces Star-Studded Honorary Co-Chair Lineup For Inaugural Gala!

Black Theatre United (BTU) announced today a star-studded lineup of honorary co-chairs for its upcoming inaugural Gala on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, which includes Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Cookie Johnson, Al Roker & Deborah Roberts, Blair Underwood, Congresswoman Ayanna Presley, Tommi A. Vincent and Troy Vincent Sr.
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Pops Launch 2023-24 Live From Music Hall Digital Concert Series

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Pops have announced the 2023-24 Live from Music Hall Digital Concert Series. Learn more about the full upcoming performance lineup here!
Sutton Foster Comes to Wheeling This Week

 The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will welcome Broadway icon Sutton Foster to the Capitol Theatre for the Opening Night Concert and Celebration on Friday, September 29, at 7:30 pm. Learn more about the concert and find out how to get tickets here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Capathia Jenkins been in?

Capathia Jenkins has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Capathia Jenkins been in?

Capathia Jenkins has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Capathia Jenkins been nominated for?

and Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for (mis)Understanding Mammy: The Hattie McDaniel Story.

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