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BIO

Jeanna most recently originated and received a Drama Desk nomination for the title role in Diana: The Musical on Broadway and Netflix. On Broadway, de Waal starred in Kinky Boots (Lauren) and American Idiot (Heather). She originated the role of “Dawn” in Waitress, by Sara Bareilles, and the role of “Mary Barrie” in Finding Neverland, both directed by Diane Paulus at American Repertory Theater.



Off-Broadway, de Waal co-starred in the two-hander play Orwell in America (59E59 Theater) and played Chris Hargensen in MCC Theatre’s reimagined production of Broadway’s Carrie. She made her West End debut in the Queen musical We Will Rock You. Other notable credits include the National Tour of Wicked (Glinda) and The Rocky Horror Show (Janet) at The Old Globe. She is the founder of Broadway Weekends, which hosts annual theater summer camps for adults, led by Broadway artists.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2023
Mrs. Lovett (Standby)

Beggar Woman (Standby)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Diana, Princess of Wales

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse, 2019
Diana

[Boston]
American Repertory Theater World Premiere Production, 2015
Dawn

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Lauren [Replacement]

Lauren [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Production, 2012
Chris Hargensen

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Heather [Replacement]

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 2009
Glinda [Replacement]


Movies

B-Side
[ 2013 ] Amy
Diana
[ 2021 ] Princess Diana

TV Shows

The Jim Gaffigan Show
Casting Assistant
Iron Fist
Sophia

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Jeanna de Waal, Diana

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News


Photos: Inside the Dramatists Guild Foundation's 2024 Gala

Dramatists Guild Foundation just celebrated its 2024 Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Tom Kitt and Mindy Rich. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
Daniel Dae Kim, Nikki Renée Daniels & More to Join Dramatists Guild Foundation Gala

Dramatists Guild Foundation has revealed the star-studded line-up for the organization's 2024 Gala on October 24, 2024, at Ziegfeld Ballroom. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ephraim Sykes, Jenna de Waal, Nichelle Lewis Will Perform at DRAMA AT THE DISCO Benefit

The Drama League just announced “DRAMA AT THE DISCO: A DRAMA LEAGUE BENEFIT.” The benefit, presented with a spirit of uplifting and amplifying the New York theater community, will be held on Monday, October 21 at 7:00PM at The Edison Rooftop.
More Than 347,000 Attendees Visit The Muny's 106th Season

The Muny has announced that more than 347,000 audience members attended performances in Forest Park as part of the theatre’s epic 106th season, which ran June 17-Aug. 25.
Video: Jay Armstrong Johnson Performs 'De-Lovely' And More From ANYTHING GOES at The Muny

The Muny in St. Louis has set sail with Anything Goes, running through August 25th, 2024. Get a new look at the production in a new highlight reel featuring Jay Armstrong Johnson's rendition of the classic tune, 'It's De-Lovely'. Watch the video!
Adrianna Hicks from ANYTHING GOES at The Muny Takes Over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Today

Tune in to our Instagram Story today as Adrianna Hicks takes you behind the scenes of Anything Goes at The Muny! She has been seen on Broadway in Some Like It Hot, Six, The Color Purple, and more.
Review: Jeanna De Waal Dazzles in ANYTHING GOES at The Muny

ANYTHING GOES is a perfect production to end the Muny season. It is filled with energetic dancing, superb performances, lots of laughs, and that splendid Cole Porter score. Marcia Milgrom Dodge, her cast, and crew have knocked it out of the park. It’s not just a hit, it’s a home run! 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 21, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos & Video: ANYTHING GOES at The Muny Starring Jeanna de Waal & More

Check out photos and video of Anything Goes at The Muny! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Inside Rehearsals for ANYTHING GOES at The Muny

Go into the rehearsal studio with Jeanna de Waal (Reno Sweeney), Jay Armstrong Johnson (Billy Crocker), and more as they perform the title song  from Anything Goes at The Muny!
Video: Jeanna de Waal Sings 'I Get a Kick Out of You' from ANYTHING GOES at The Muny

Go into the rehearsal studio with Jeanna deWaal (Reno Sweeney) as she performs a selection from “I Get a Kick Out of You' with accompanist Zach Neumann at The Muny! Check out the video.
Leslie Uggams, Andrea Martin, & More Join THE GILDED AGE Season 3

A slew of new names have joined the third season of HBO's hit drama The Gilded Age. Bill Camp (Broadway's The Crucible), Merritt Wever, Leslie Uggams, and Lisagay Hamilton will all play key roles in Season 3's ensemble. Additionally, Tony Award winner Andrea Martin is set to portray a medium named Madame Dashkova. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 9, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Full Cast Set for ANYTHING GOES at The Muny Starring Jeanna de Waal & More

The full cast has been revealed for Anything Goes at The Muny! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: 'Why Is There Traffic?' From Blake Allen's INSOMNIA Feat. Jeanna de Waal

BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive first listen from the new recording of Blake Allen's INSOMNIA: Sextets for Piano, String Quartet & Voice - Nos. 1 & 2 featuring Broadway Star Jeanna de Waal as “Voice”.
Blake Allen's INSOMNIA to Receive Recording Featuring Jeanna de Waal and Cree Carrico

Allen’s junior full-length record chronicles a night of an insomniac narrator and was inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s short story “Sleep and Waking” originally penned in 1934. The two multi-movement works presented on the album, which features Broadway Star Jeanna de Waal as “Voice” (Sweeney Todd, Diana: The Musical), Cree Carrico as “Soprano”, and the acclaimed Argus Quartet conducted by Allen originally premiered in 2022 at Carnegie Hall.
Phylicia Rashad, Brian Stokes Mitchell, & More Join Third Season of THE GILDED AGE

Broadway talent continues to be represented in the hit HBO show The Gilded Age as more stage actors join the upcoming season. According to multiple reports, Phylicia Rashad, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Jordan Donica, and Victoria Clark will all be featured in Season 3 of the show.
NEW WRITERS AT 54! to Kick Off in January at 54 Below

54 BELOW will present these new and upcoming writers. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
NEWSIES & More Lead BroadwayWorld's St. Louis Summer 2024 Top Picks

The 2024 summer theatre season is already in full swing in St. Louis, Missouri, with three exceptional comedy-dramas opening last week. St. Louis stages opened their 2024 season with STEEL MAGNOLIAS starring a mostly local cast. Broadway World called the Stages St. Louis production “wonderfully funny – creating contagious uncontrollable laughter.”  Albion Theatre opened a terrific production of Alan Ayckbourn’s WOMAN IN MIND with a tour-de-force performance from Emily Baker in the lead role. Baker is on stage the entire production. Stray Dog Theatre had audiences laughing out loud with their production of David Lindsay-Abaire's RIPCORD. All three productions run through the end of June. The most anticipated productions of the remaining summer season include shows at The Muny, Stages St. Louis, and The New Jewish Theatre.
Interview: Austen Danielle Bohmer and Lauren Samuels on Bringing WICKED to Toronto

From June 5th until July 24th, the touring production of the hit Broadway Musical WICKED will be at Mirvish’s Princess of Wales Theatre. For over 20 years now, the songs, comedy, message, and heart of this musical have been captivating audiences with 'The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz.' Broadway World had the opportunity to chat with leads Austen Danielle Bohmer and Lauren Samuels about what it is like joining this juggernaut of a show, adjusting to life on tour, getting to be in WICKED at the same time that the much anticipated movie comes out, and what this show, these characters, and their powerful friendship means to them. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jeanna de Waal been in?

Jeanna de Waal has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Jeanna de Waal been in?

Jeanna de Waal has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jeanna de Waal been nominated for?

Jeanna de Waal has been nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in Diana.

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