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BIO

As a Croatian born in Germany, Jasna made her singing debut at 20 playing Gumbie Cat and Griddlebone in the Swiss premiere of CATS. She then went to Vienna creating the role of Frl. Windisch in the world premiere of ELISABETH at the Theatre an der Wien. She then came to England appearing at the Old Fire Station in Oxford playing Anna Rabbinovitch in GIRLS WERE MADE TO LOVE AND KISS. Returning to Vienna she played the Sugar Bowl and Madame de la Grande Bouche in the European premiere of Walt Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Raimund Theatre, while also playing Sylva in the Operetta CSARDASFURSTIN and being the alternate Elisabeth in ELISABETH. Aged 26 she made her West End debut as the youngest Carlotta ever in PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at Her Majesty's Theatre and also lent her voice to Minnie Driver's onscreen Carlotta in the German version of the movie in 2004. Jasna sang in Cameron Macintosh's concert HEY MR. PRODUCER "Nicer in Nice" in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen. In 2000 she played Gina Moreno in the world premiere of THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK, also covering Alex and Felicia at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and at the Prince of Wales Theatre. In the German premiere of MAMMA MIA!in Hamburg Jasna played Rosie and covered Donna, then went on to play Donna in Stuttgart and Berlin and played this part for over six years till it closed in 2009. Most recently Jasna played Signora Naccarelli and Margaret Johnson in the European premiere of THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at the Curve Theatre in Leicester. Her solo debut album Musical Diva Delights went straight to No.1 in the German easy listening charts and she can also be heard on the original cast recordings of Elisabeth, Beauty and the Beast and Witches of Eastwick. German voiceovers include: Miriam in Dreamwork's THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, Kiara in Disney's LION KING II, Carlotta in WarnerBros' PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and recently Winnifred in Disney's ONCE UPON A MATTRESS.

STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
West End Revival, 2017
Maggie Jones

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2013
Mrs. Gloop

[West End]
Original London Production, 2000
Ensemble


News


MY FAVORITE THINGS Concert, Featuring Audra McDonald, Julian Ovenden, Aaron Tveit, and More, Will Come to Cinemas This February

CinemaLive has announced a new season of musical events to play in 475 cinemas across the UK and Ireland in 2024, including My Favorite Things, starring Audra McDonald, Julian Ovenden, Aaron Tveit, and more. Check out the full slate here!
42ND STREET is Coming to DVD and Blu-Ray This Spring

The West End production of 42nd Street, filmed live at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, is coming to DVD and Blu-Ray this spring. The production is currently streaming on BroadwayHD, released by the company Liberator Film Services. The production company has announced that the musical will be released on DVD and Blu-Ray on July 6, 2021.
42ND STREET Starring Bonnie Langford To Be Screened In Cinemas Across the UK and Ireland

More2Screen today announces the cinema release of the critically acclaimed West End revival of Michael Stewart and Mark Bramble's 42nd Street which will be screened in more than 550 cinemas across the UK and Ireland from 10 November 2019. This legendary musical stars national treasure Bonnie Langford as Dorothy Brock with music and lyrics by Harry Warren and Al Dubin. Cinema tickets are on sale now at 42ndStreetCinema.com
Photo Flash: First Look at Bonnie Langford in 42ND STREET

Bonnie Langford, the much-loved star of stage and screen, has joined the cast of 42nd Street, the spectacular homage to the world of musical theatre, as the production extends its residency at Theatre Royal Drury Lane for a final time, through to Saturday 5 January 2019.
Bonnie Langford Will Join the Cast of 42ND STREET

Bonnie Langford, the much-loved star of stage and screen, is to join the cast of 42nd STREET, the spectacular homage to the world of musical theatre, as the production extends its residency at Theatre Royal Drury Lane for a final time, through to Saturday 5 January 2019.
Official: Lulu To Join Cast Of 42ND STREET as Dorothy Brock

Lulu returns to the West End after 30 years to join the cast of 42nd Street, the dazzling and romantic homage to the world of musical theatre in the iconic role of 'Dorothy Brock' in this five star production.
The Make A Difference Trust presents 14th Annual A WEST END CHRISTMAS

The Make A Difference Trust is delighted to announce its 14th annual A West End Christmas which will take place at St Paul's Church Covent Garden on Sunday 3rd December at 7.30pm.
A West End Christmas Will Raise Money for Charity December 3

The Make A Difference Trust announces its 14th annual A West End Christmas which will take place at St Paul's Church Covent Garden on Sunday 3rd December at 7.30pm. The evening will be hosted by Christopher Biggins, who will be joined by the lovely Lesley Joseph.
Thousands Queue for Open Auditions for 42ND STREET at Theatre Royal

Thousands of hopefuls turned out at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane on Monday morning (18th September) for open auditions to join the cast of 42nd STREET. Queues wrapped around the iconic London theatre as the spectacular production was inundated with a new generation of dancers wanting to join the classic Broadway show.
BWW Review: 42ND STREET, Theatre Royal Drury Lane

The curtain rises just high enough to reveal a long line of tapping feet: a thoroughly appropriate intro, as those feet are the real stars of the show. The plot might centre around a leading lady battle, but this loving backstage fairy tale is really a paean to the chorus - the hard-working, unceasingly toe-tapping foundation upon which musical comedy ('the two most glorious words in the English language,' per the show) is built.
Photo Flash: Shuffle Off with Brand-New Shots of 42ND STREET in London

42nd STREET, the quintessential backstage musical comedy classic, is currently in previews at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane for an opening on 4 April 2017. BroadwayWorld has a fresh batch of production photos below!
Sheena Easton To Make West End Debut In 42ND STREET

Sheena Easton - the Grammy Award winning artist who has sold over 20 million records around the world - is to make her West End debut in the forthcoming production of 42nd Street.
Sheena Easton to Make West End Debut in 42ND STREET Revival

Pop singer, Sheena Easton, will make her West End debut in a revival of the classic musical 42nd Street. The singer will play the role of Dorothy Brock: the diva Broadway star who sustains an ankle injury just before opening night.
West End CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Sets Closing; Broadway Next?

The award-winning West End production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Sam Mendes, continues to capture the imagination of audiences as it enters its fourth and final year at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
West End's CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Plays Special Relaxed Performance Today

The award-winning West End production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Sam Mendes, mounts a special relaxed performance at 6pm tonight 19 January 2016.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Announces Special Relaxed Performance, Jan. 19

The award-winning West End production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Sam Mendes, will mount a special relaxed performance at 6pm on Tuesday 19 January 2016.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Celebrates Second Year on the West End Tonight!

The award-winning West End production of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Sam Mendes, will mark its second anniversary tonight with a gala performance and party for cast, crew and special guests.
URINETOWN's Jonathan Slinger Is West End's New 'Willy Wonka', Beginning Tonight

URINETOWN's Jonathan Slinger is set to star as 'Willy Wonka' in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, beginning toinght, May 2, 2015 for a run through April 2016. He follows Alex Jennings in the role.
STAGE TUBE: New Cast and Video Released for West End's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY - Jonathan Slinger, Kraig Thornber, Lara Denning & More

As the hit West End show Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Sam Mendes, approaches its second anniversary, producers today announced the cast that will take it into its third year. Alongside Jonathan Slinger as Willy Wonka will be Kraig Thornber (Grandpa George), Lara Denning (Mrs Bucket) and Mark Oxtoby (Jerry), among other new names. Originating company members Ross Dawes and Derek Hagen will take over the roles of Mr Salt and Mr Bucket respectively.
URINETOWN's Jonathan Slinger Is West End's New 'Willy Wonka'

The Daily Mail writes that URINETOWN's Jonathan Slinger is set to star as 'Willy Wonka' in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, beginning May 2, 2015 for a run through April 2016. He follows Alex Jennings in the role.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jasna Ivir been in?

Jasna Ivir has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Jasna Ivir been in?

Jasna Ivir has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Jasna Ivir's first West End show?

Jasna Ivir's first West End show was The Witches of Eastwick which opened in 2000

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