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BIO

Broadway: Come From Away (Tony Nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical), If/Then, Chaplin, High Fidelity, Urban Cowboy(Outer Critics Circle Award nomination). Off-Broadway: Beebo Brinker, Lucky Guy, Slut, Closer Than Ever. Regional: Annie Get Your Gun (Pittsburgh CLO); Peter Pan (Sacramento Music Circus); Side Show(Kennedy Center). TV: The Code, Feed The Beast, Elementary, All My Children, The Good Wife, Rescue Me. Film: Uncertainty (Joseph Gordon-Levitt). MFA Acting, UC Irvine.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Carrie Chapman Catt

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater World Premiere Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Carrie Catt

[Off-Broadway]
Abingdon Theatre Company & New York City Children's Theater Reading, 2021
Performer

[Immersive]
Quintessence of Dust Theatre Company Immersive Production, 2019
Alison

[Off-Broadway]
All-Female Staged Reading, 2018
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Annette

Ensemble

Beverley

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Ford's Theater Production, 2016
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Anne

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Hedda Hopper

[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Company Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Chicky Lay

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Beebo Brinker

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Laura

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2006
Cleo

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Delia

Delia

[New York]
World Premiere, 2004
Pippi

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Sissy

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Jenn Colella, Suffs


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Jenn Colella, Come From Away


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Jenn Colella, Come From Away

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Jenn Colella, Come From Away

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Jenn Colella, Urban Cowboy

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News


Adam Lambert, Jordan Fisher, Kelli O’Hara and More to Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

Broadway Backwards is set to return on Monday, March 10, 2025. The first slate of special guest performers includes Adam Lambert, Jordan Fisher, Kelli O’Hara and more. See how to purchase tickets.
Christopher Ashley to be Honored by SDC Foundation with 'Mr. Abbott Award'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

The “Mr. Abbott” Award Gala will take place March 31, 2025, at City Winery in New York City, honoring Christopher Ashley. Learn more about the event and see how to attend.
Jenn Colella Returns to 54 Below in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

54 Below will welcome back Come From Away and Suffs star Jenn Colella in March. Learn more about the upcoming performances and find out how to get tickets here!
BroadwayCon 2025 Unveils Additional Programming & Moves to Marriott Marquis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

BroadwayCon has revealed a change of venue and additional programming for the 2025 event, taking place next week from February 7-9. Learn more about the upcoming events!
Review: 54 Below Crowd Has Amazing NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH JENN COLELLA
by Stephen Mosher - Jan 10, 2025

This was not Jenn Colella's first year being the New Year's Eve headliner at 54 Below... and it probably won't be the last. That is how great she is at this.
Top 10 Viral Broadway Moments of 2024: WICKED, Bloody Nicole Scherzinger & More
by Michael Major - Dec 31, 2024

From the long-awaited Wicked movie to a blood-soaked Nicole Scherzinger to Trisha Paytas, here are the viral moments that captured the attention of Broadway fans this year. See videos and photos now!
Spotlight: NYE WITH JENN COLELLA at 54 Below
by BWW Special Offer - Dec 24, 2024

Jenn Colella is bringing her powerhouse vocals to a special New Year’s Eve show as a tribute to all we’ve been through and a celebration of all that’s to come! Ring in the New Year with a mixture of pop, rock, and some good ol’ standards as you count down together in style celebrating love and life in all its many forms.
SUFFS Will Be Filmed For Release on PBS Great Performances
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

Suffs is set to close on Broadway next month, but fans of the show may have the opportunity to view the production on their TV screens in the future as part of PBS' Great Performances series.
STAGE DOOR MEDIUM LIVE! to Return to Branford's Legacy Theatre In 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024

Branford's Legacy Theatre will continue to pull back the curtain on the theatre's 5th anniversary season with the latest addition to the 2025 lineup. See programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
BroadwayCon Reveals First Slate of 2025 Panels and Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2024

BroadwayCon has unveiled a first look at its programming schedule for BroadwayCon 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets and attend!
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2024

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McCardle and more.
SUFFS Special Event to Take Place at The Grammy Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024

In celebration of Suffs’ GRAMMY Award nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album” the GRAMMY Museum will host A New York Evening with Suffs, a special night of music and conversation at The Greene Space in NYC. Learn how to attend!
Photos: Inside Classic Stage Company's 2024 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 20, 2024

Classic Stage Company presented their 2024 Gala, honoring Tony Award winner Nikki M. James and 11-time Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Directed by Daniel Goldstein, CSC’s 2024 Gala was hosted by Tony Award nominee Jenn Collela and Tony Award nominee Michael James Scott.
54 Below Celebrates The Holiday Season With Storm Large, Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, and More
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024

54 Below will celebrate the happiest time of the year with a lineup of performances by Longlegs star Alicia Witt, award winning Nicole Henry, Tony® nominee Melissa Errico, and more.
Jenn Colella, Adam Pascal and More Join Seth Rudetsky For Broadway at CBST
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024

Join Seth Rudetsky and Broadway stars Jenn Colella, Christine Pedi, Adam Pascal, and Krysta Rodriguez for an evening of music and stories at CBST, celebrating Broadway and supporting a vital cause.
Video: Shaina Taub Talks SUFFS and Shares Why RAGTIME is Her Favorite Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2024

Shaina Taub, who was recently honored by Time Magazine as part of their 2024 Time100 Next List, recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss her musical Suffs. During the interview, she also shared why Ragtime is her favorite show and how it serves as an inspiration for Suffs. Watch the segment now!
Jenn Colella to Perform at 54 Below on New Year's Eve
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2024

54 BELOW will welcome back Suffs and Come From Away star Jenn Colella for a New Year’s Eve celebration on Dec 31 at 11pm. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Chilina Kennedy, Jenn Colella And More Turn Out for WILD ABOUT YOU Album Release
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2024

Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions celebrated the release of Wild About You – World Premiere Recording: Deluxe Edition at Power Station on Sunday. See photos from the event.
SUFFS Will Play Final Broadway Performance In January
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024

The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Suffs will play its final Broadway performance in January of 2025 following 24 previews and 301 regular performances. After closing, the show will head out on tour and we've got the scoop.
Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions Present WILD ABOUT YOU World Premiere Recording: Deluxe Edition
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2024

The WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition, featuring music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy, is out today. The album includes two new tracks with performances by Eric McCormack, Ashley Loren, and Troy Iwata.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jenn Colella been in?

Jenn Colella has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Jenn Colella been in?

Jenn Colella has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jenn Colella been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Suffs, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Come From Away, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Come From Away, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Come From Away and Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Urban Cowboy .

What awards has Jenn Colella won?

Jenn Colella has won the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in Come From Away. She also received the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same role in Come From Away.

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