Jaston Williams
Latest News on Jaston Williams:
Interview: Jaston Williams of HIGH HEELS AND COWBOY BOOTS at Stateside At The Paramount (Jan 28, 2025)
Jaston Williams’ HIGH HEELS & COWBOY BOOTS to be Presented at Stateside at the Paramount (Nov 25, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Come to the Players' Ring (Nov 13, 2024)
Interview: Jaston Williams of HIGH HEELS AND COWBOY BOOTS at Stateside At The Paramount (Jan 28, 2025)
Jaston Williams’ HIGH HEELS & COWBOY BOOTS to be Presented at Stateside at the Paramount (Nov 25, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Come to the Players' Ring (Nov 13, 2024)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Arles Struvie
Charlene Bumiller
Didi Snavely
Dixie Deberry
Farley Burkhalter
Garland Poteet
Helen Bedd
Jody Bumiller
Petey Fisk
Stanley Bumiller
Vera Carp
Writing
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Jaston WilliamsRed, White and Tuna
Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Jaston WilliamsA Tuna Christmas
Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Jaston WilliamsThe Foreigner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Jaston WilliamsA Tuna Christmas
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Jaston WilliamsA Tuna Christmas
News
Interview: Jaston Williams of HIGH HEELS AND COWBOY BOOTS at Stateside At The Paramount
by Joni Lorraine - Jan 28, 2025
Jaston Williams is best known as the co-creator and co-star of the beloved GREATER TUNA series of plays, including GREATER TUNA, A TUNA CHRISTMAS, RED, WHITE, AND TUNA, and TUNA DOES VEGAS. These two-person productions captivated audiences across the U.S. for more than three decades, with performances on and off Broadway and at prestigious venues like the Kennedy Center, Ford’s Theatre, the Alley Theatre in Houston, Pasadena Playhouse, and the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco.
by Joni Lorraine - Jan 28, 2025
Jaston Williams is best known as the co-creator and co-star of the beloved GREATER TUNA series of plays, including GREATER TUNA, A TUNA CHRISTMAS, RED, WHITE, AND TUNA, and TUNA DOES VEGAS. These two-person productions captivated audiences across the U.S. for more than three decades, with performances on and off Broadway and at prestigious venues like the Kennedy Center, Ford’s Theatre, the Alley Theatre in Houston, Pasadena Playhouse, and the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco.
Jaston Williams’ HIGH HEELS & COWBOY BOOTS to be Presented at Stateside at the Paramount
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024
Stateside at the Paramount will present High Heels & Cowboy Boots, a new solo show written and performed by Greater Tuna’s Jaston Williams based on his own life experiences. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024
Stateside at the Paramount will present High Heels & Cowboy Boots, a new solo show written and performed by Greater Tuna’s Jaston Williams based on his own life experiences. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Come to the Players' Ring
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024
The Players’ Ring Theatre has a full line-up of holiday shows this upcoming season. Learn more about the full upcoming performance lineup at the venue here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024
The Players’ Ring Theatre has a full line-up of holiday shows this upcoming season. Learn more about the full upcoming performance lineup at the venue here!
Photos: A TUNA CHRISTMAS At Casa Mañana
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
Casa Mañana continues its 24-25 Broadway season with the seasonal play A Tuna Christmas, See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
Casa Mañana continues its 24-25 Broadway season with the seasonal play A Tuna Christmas, See photos from the production.
44 " THE (un)OFFICIAL, (un)SANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL To Have Invited New York Premiere Showcase
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
44 – THE (un)OFFICIAL, (un)SANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL will have its New York premiere showcase on June 24, 25, and 26, offering a unique theatrical experience centered around the former President.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
44 – THE (un)OFFICIAL, (un)SANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL will have its New York premiere showcase on June 24, 25, and 26, offering a unique theatrical experience centered around the former President.
Leslie Jordan, Olivia Newton-John, Carole Cook & More to be Honored in Memoriam at A SORDID CELEBRATION OF LIVES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023
The Del Shores Foundation will present a one-night-only event to tell stories, show clips and share memories of the lives well-lived of SORDID LIVES cast members Carole Cook, Sarah Hunley, Leslie Jordan, Rue McClanahan and Olivia Newton-John.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023
The Del Shores Foundation will present a one-night-only event to tell stories, show clips and share memories of the lives well-lived of SORDID LIVES cast members Carole Cook, Sarah Hunley, Leslie Jordan, Rue McClanahan and Olivia Newton-John.
2023 Del Shores Foundation Writers Search Winners Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2023
The Del Shores Foundation has revealed the winners of the second Del Shores Foundation Writers Search from the unproduced plays, screenplays and shorts/web series scripts of LGBTQ+ Southern writers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2023
The Del Shores Foundation has revealed the winners of the second Del Shores Foundation Writers Search from the unproduced plays, screenplays and shorts/web series scripts of LGBTQ+ Southern writers.
Cape May Stage Sets 2023 Season Featuring SHIRLEY VALENTINE, Carole J. Bufford & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2023
Cape May Stage has announced its 34th season as Cape May's premier professional theater. They invite you to join them as they present the 2023 season filled with award- winning plays that will entertain you, make you feel, and make you think, all while enjoying an intimate theatrical experience in the historic Robert Shackleton Playhouse.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2023
Cape May Stage has announced its 34th season as Cape May's premier professional theater. They invite you to join them as they present the 2023 season filled with award- winning plays that will entertain you, make you feel, and make you think, all while enjoying an intimate theatrical experience in the historic Robert Shackleton Playhouse.
Hill Country Community Theatre To Present A TUNA CHRISTMAS This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2022
Hill Country Community Theatre present A TUNA CHRISTMAS to ring in the holiday season!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2022
Hill Country Community Theatre present A TUNA CHRISTMAS to ring in the holiday season!
Portland Stage Presents SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE FINAL ADVENTURE This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2022
Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure by Steven Dietz, adapted from the original 1899 play by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and William Gillette, opens at Portland Stage Friday, October 28 at 7:30 pm.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2022
Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure by Steven Dietz, adapted from the original 1899 play by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and William Gillette, opens at Portland Stage Friday, October 28 at 7:30 pm.
Hill Country Community Theatre Announces Cast for A TUNA CHRISTMAS
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 23, 2022
Hill Country Community Theatre is already planning for Christmas entertainment on stage; this holiday season will feature a small-town Texas favorite with big laughs: A TUNA CHRISTMAS. The two-actor farce will run over three December weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 23, 2022
Hill Country Community Theatre is already planning for Christmas entertainment on stage; this holiday season will feature a small-town Texas favorite with big laughs: A TUNA CHRISTMAS. The two-actor farce will run over three December weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
The Del Shores Foundation Presents First Del Shores Foundation Writers Festival Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2022
The Del Shores Foundation presents its first weekend-long Del Shores Foundation Writers Festival September 9-11, 2022 at the Trinity River Arts Center in Dallas. The festival will feature live stage readings of all three winning scripts from the first Del Shores Foundation Writers Search along with panels featuring industry experts in theatre and film focused specifically on writing.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2022
The Del Shores Foundation presents its first weekend-long Del Shores Foundation Writers Festival September 9-11, 2022 at the Trinity River Arts Center in Dallas. The festival will feature live stage readings of all three winning scripts from the first Del Shores Foundation Writers Search along with panels featuring industry experts in theatre and film focused specifically on writing.
GREATER TUNA to Open at The TADA Theatre in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2022
The hilarious comedy Greater Tuna will open at The TADA Theatre August 11th. Broadcasting from radio station OKKK, its two broadcasters, Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie, introduce us to Texas' third smallest town, Tuna, Texas and its eclectic band of Tuna citizens - men, women, children and animals alike - all portrayed by only two actors.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2022
The hilarious comedy Greater Tuna will open at The TADA Theatre August 11th. Broadcasting from radio station OKKK, its two broadcasters, Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie, introduce us to Texas' third smallest town, Tuna, Texas and its eclectic band of Tuna citizens - men, women, children and animals alike - all portrayed by only two actors.
Hendersonville Theatre Serves Up Laughs With RED, WHITE, AND TUNA
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2022
Hendersonville Theatre is ready to celebrate the 4th of July with their production of Red, White and Tuna. This comedic spoof of life in rural America runs on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons from June 17 to July 3.
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2022
Hendersonville Theatre is ready to celebrate the 4th of July with their production of Red, White and Tuna. This comedic spoof of life in rural America runs on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons from June 17 to July 3.
The Ritz Partners With Camden County College To Present GREATER TUNA
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2022
The Ritz Theatre Company will partner with Camden County College for the first time ever to present Greater Tuna, a hilarious send-up of small-town morals and mores that features just two actors creating the entire population of Tuna (Texas' third-smallest town) in a 'tour de farce' of quick change artistry. The show runs at The Ritz from February 11th through February 27th.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2022
The Ritz Theatre Company will partner with Camden County College for the first time ever to present Greater Tuna, a hilarious send-up of small-town morals and mores that features just two actors creating the entire population of Tuna (Texas' third-smallest town) in a 'tour de farce' of quick change artistry. The show runs at The Ritz from February 11th through February 27th.
Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; Gaslight's GODSPELL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021
This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021
This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; Gaslight's GODSPELL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021
Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021
Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
BLOOD AND HOLLY Will Be Performed Stateside at The Paramount in December
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2021
Stateside at the Paramount presents Blood and Holly, a hysterical holiday performance by Greater Tuna's Jaston Williams based on his own life experiences. Limited three-show engagement December 17 – 18.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2021
Stateside at the Paramount presents Blood and Holly, a hysterical holiday performance by Greater Tuna's Jaston Williams based on his own life experiences. Limited three-show engagement December 17 – 18.
GREATER TUNA to Open at Hatbox Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2021
The comic play Greater Tuna opens at Hatbox Theatre on October 23rd and runs through November 8th. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 2:00pm. Tickets are $22 for adults, $19 for members, seniors, and students and $12 for senior members.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2021
The comic play Greater Tuna opens at Hatbox Theatre on October 23rd and runs through November 8th. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 2:00pm. Tickets are $22 for adults, $19 for members, seniors, and students and $12 for senior members.
Paramount Theatre Presents I SAW THE LIGHTS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2021
The Paramount Theatre presents Jaston Williams in I Saw the Lights, streaming online this weekend.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2021
The Paramount Theatre presents Jaston Williams in I Saw the Lights, streaming online this weekend.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jaston Williams been in?
Jaston Williams has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Jaston Williams been in?
Jaston Williams has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jaston Williams been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Red, White and Tuna, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Tuna Christmas, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Foreigner, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Tuna Christmas and Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for A Tuna Christmas.
How many shows has Jaston Williams written?
Jaston Williams has written 1 shows including A Tuna Christmas (Playwright).
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