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BIO

Broadway: The Visit, The Real Thing, Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, Motown, The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess, Peter and the Starcatcher, All About Me, and Next to Normal. Off-Broadway: Himself & Nora, Invisible Thread, Perfect Arrangement, The Tempest, Pretty Filthy, and Father Comes Home from the Wars. TV/Film: Mozart in the Jungle, Gotham, Inside Amy Schumer, God’s Pocket, Six by Sondheim, 30 Rock, Lola Versus, and Angelica.

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Productions

Buena Vista Social ClubBuena Vista Social Club
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Hair Designer
Our TownOur Town
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Design
& Juliet& Juliet
 
[US Tour, 2024] [Replacement]
Hair, Wig & Makeup Design[Replacement]
Kimberly AkimboKimberly Akimbo
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Wig, Hair, and Make-Up Designer
Once Upon A MattressOnce Upon A Mattress
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Design
Life and TrustLife and Trust
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024] [Replacement]
Hair and Makeup Designer[Replacement]
Breaking the StoryBreaking the Story
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Hair & Makeup Design
Sally & TomSally & Tom
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Design
A Sign of the TimesA Sign of the Times
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Hair, Wig, & Makeup Design
Once Upon a MattressOnce Upon a Mattress
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Hair & Wig Designer
Sing StreetSing Street
 
[Broadway, 2023] Cancelled
Hair & Makeup Design
Buena Vista Social ClubBuena Vista Social Club
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Wigs, Hair, & Makeup
Peter Pan (Non-Equity)Peter Pan (Non-Equity)
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Hair & Make-Up Designer
Purlie VictoriousPurlie Victorious
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Wig, Hair, & Makeup Designer
Good Night, OscarGood Night, Oscar
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Hair, Wig, Makeup Design
Sweeney ToddSweeney Todd
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Wig, Hair, & Makeup Design
& Juliet& Juliet
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Hair, Wig, Makeup Designer
Kimberly AkimboKimberly Akimbo
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Make-Up Designer
Hair and Wig Designer
Jagged Little PillJagged Little Pill
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Hair, Wig, and Make-Up Design
Between the LinesBetween the Lines
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Designer
Unknown SoldierUnknown Soldier
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Hair and Wig Designer
Love in Hate NationLove in Hate Nation
 
[Regional (US), 2019]
Hair & Wig Designer
Scotland, PAScotland, PA
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Hair, Wig, & Makeup Design
In Old AgeIn Old Age
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Hair and Wig Designer
runboyrunrunboyrun
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Hair and Wig Designer
WivesWives
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Hair/Wig Designer
Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de LuneFrankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Designer
BLKSBLKS
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Hair,Wig and Makeup Designer
Alice By HeartAlice By Heart
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Hair, Wig and Makeup Designer
A Sign of the TimesA Sign of the Times
 
[Regional (US), 2018]
Hair Designer
Jagged Little PillJagged Little Pill
 
[Boston, 2018]
Wig, Hair, & Make-Up Designer
Later LifeLater Life
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Wig, Hair, & Makeup Designer
The Low RoadThe Low Road
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Wig, Hair, and Makeup
The AmateursThe Amateurs
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Wig, Hair, & Make-Up Designer
MankindMankind
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Hair, Wig and Makeup Design
The New WorldThe New World
 
[Regional (US), 2017]
Wig/Hair/Makeup Designer
Too Heavy For Your PocketToo Heavy For Your Pocket
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Hair and Wig Design
As You Like ItAs You Like It
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Hair, Wig, and Make-up Design
Bella: An American Tall TaleBella: An American Tall Tale
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Hair, Wig and Makeup Designer
Pacific OverturesPacific Overtures
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Wig, Hair & Make-up Design
Joan of Arc: Into the FireJoan of Arc: Into the Fire
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Wigs, Hair & Make-up Design
Sunset BoulevardSunset Boulevard
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Wig, Hair & Makeup Designer
The LiarThe Liar
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Wig, Hair & Makeup Designer
Twelfth NightTwelfth Night
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Hair and Wig Designer
The BandstandThe Bandstand
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2015]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Designer
42nd Street42nd Street
 
[US Tour, 2015]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Design
The VisitThe Visit
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Make-Up Design
Snow OrchidSnow Orchid
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Hair and Wig Design
AllegroAllegro
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Hair and Make-Up Designer, Wig Designer
Can-CanCan-Can
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2014]
Hair, Wig, and Makeup Design
Motown the MusicalMotown the Musical
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Make-Up Designer
The Break of NoonThe Break of Noon
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Wig Designer
Mindgame
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Hair and Make-Up Designer
Beebo Brinker Chronicles
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Hair and Make-Up Designer
Oroonoko
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Wig Designer
Make-Up Designer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Wig and Hair

J. Jared Janas, Sally & Tom

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THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT To Close This Month Photo
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT To Close This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025

The Jonathan Larson Project, the world premiere musical that celebrates the visionary writer of RENT died suddenly at the age of 35 in 1996, will play its final performance on Sunday, March 30.
BEACHES THE MUSICAL Will Launch Pre-Broadway National Tour Photo
BEACHES THE MUSICAL Will Launch Pre-Broadway National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025

Following its International Premiere at Theatre Calgary Beaches The Musical will launch a pre-Broadway National Tour in the fall of 2026. Casting & complete Production Team for the tour will be announced at a later date.
Meet the Cast of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

John Proctor is the Villain begins previews tonight at the Booth Theatre on Thursday, March 20, 2025 ahead of a Monday, April 14 opening night. Meet the cast of John Proctor is the Villain here!
Video: Watch Kate Baldwin, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More Rehearse For LOVE LIFE at Enc Photo
Video: Watch Kate Baldwin, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More Rehearse For LOVE LIFE at Encores!
by Michael Major - Mar 18, 2025

Step inside the rehearsal room for Love Life at New York City Center Encores! Watch videos of Kate Baldwin, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and the cast of the Victoria Clark-directed production perform 'I Remember It Well' and 'Women's Club Blues.'
Video: LOVE LIFE In Rehearsal At New York City Center Photo
Video: LOVE LIFE In Rehearsal At New York City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2025

Step behind the scenes of Love Life at New York City Center, as Kim Kowalke, President & CEO of the Kurt Weill Foundation, dives into the story behind the iconic 'Love Song' and get an exclusive first listen to the song, performed by John Edwards. Watch the video!
Video: Kate Baldwin Sings 'Mister Right' from LOVE LIFE Photo
Video: Kate Baldwin Sings 'Mister Right' from LOVE LIFE
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 2025

Up next at New York City Center Encores! is Love Life, directed by Tony winner Victoria Clark with Guest Music Director Rob Berman and choreography by Joann Hunter. Watch in this video as Clark explains what audiences can expect from the production and Kate Baldwin sings “Mr. Right.” 
Exclusive: Jackie Burns and More in HARD ROAD TO HEAVEN at Bucks County Playhouse Photo
Exclusive: Jackie Burns and More in HARD ROAD TO HEAVEN at Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

We have your exclusive first look at Hard Road to Heaven at Bucks County Playhouse! The production officially opens Saturday, March 8 and runs through March 23. Check out the photos here!
Tickets to & JULIET at The Paramount to go on Sale Next Week Photo
Tickets to & JULIET at The Paramount to go on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025

Tickets for & Juliet will go on sale in march for the eight Seattle performances at The Paramount Theatre this summer. Learn more about the performances and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Hear the Encores! Orchestra Rehearse LOVE LIFE at New York City Center Photo
Video: Hear the Encores! Orchestra Rehearse LOVE LIFE at New York City Center
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2025

Get a first listen to the Encores! Orchestra rehearsing the music of Kurt Weill’s Love Life, which has not been heard in New York for over 75 years. Love Life’s original Broadway production never recorded a cast recording. See the video!
Brian Stokes Mitchell Joins the Cast of LOVE LIFE at City Center Encores! Photo
Brian Stokes Mitchell Joins the Cast of LOVE LIFE at City Center Encores!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Directed by Tony winner Victoria Clark, Love Life has not been seen in New York in over 75 years. Learn more about who is starring in the City Center Encores! production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Two River Theater Intrigues at Every Turn Photo
Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Two River Theater Intrigues at Every Turn
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 28, 2025

Do you enjoy thrillers? If so, get your tickets for Two River Theater’s fantastic production of 'Dial M for Murder.'
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Will Offer Discount Preview Tickets Photo
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Will Offer Discount Preview Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025

John Proctor is the Villain will offer fans a chance at $29 tickets to sit in the first four rows of the Booth Theatre for all preview performances through a “Enter Your Villain Era” Preview Special.
PETER PAN To Play The Fox Theatre; Tickets On Sale Today Photo
PETER PAN To Play The Fox Theatre; Tickets On Sale Today
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025

Tickets for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic, PETER PAN are on sale now for a limited one-week premiere engagement at the Fox Theatre from April 29 – May 4.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Will Offer Discount Tickets Through Digital Lottery and Gener Photo
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Will Offer Discount Tickets Through Digital Lottery and General Rush
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

The new Broadway musical BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB will launch Digital Lottery and General Rush policies, to allow fans to get discount tickets to the upcoming production. Learn more here about how to get cheap tickets to the show!
Kruz Maldonado Will Take Over Title Role in PETER PAN Tour Photo
Kruz Maldonado Will Take Over Title Role in PETER PAN Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

Kruz Maldonado will join the cast of the national tour of the all-new production of PETER PAN, as the tour continues into its second year. Learn more about where to catch the show here!
WAITRESS Extended at Olney Theatre Through Early April Photo
WAITRESS Extended at Olney Theatre Through Early April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025

Olney Theatre Center’s production of Sara Bareilles’ beloved musical Waitress in the Roberts Mainstage has extended its run. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to The Fabulous Fox This Spring Photo
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to The Fabulous Fox This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to The Fabulous Fox Theatre this spring! The tour stars three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmel, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
DIAL M FOR MURDER to begin Performances at Two River This Weekend Photo
DIAL M FOR MURDER to begin Performances at Two River This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025

Two River Theater's stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic, Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, from the original by Frederick Knott, starts performances this weekend. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Will Host Digital Rush, Plus Additional Casting Photo
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Will Host Digital Rush, Plus Additional Casting
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

The Jonathan Larson Project will host a Digital Rush via TodayTix beginning Friday! Plus, additional casting has been announced. Learn more about the show here!
Applications for 4th Year of 1/52 Project Now Open Photo
Applications for 4th Year of 1/52 Project Now Open
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt, revealed applications for the fourth year of The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program for early career designers, founded by Boritt and a group of Broadway designers, are now open for the 2025 cycle.
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