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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


STAGE DOOR MEDIUM LIVE! to Return to Branford's Legacy Theatre In 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.
Astrology-Inspired Musical SIGNS OF LIFE to Have Developmental Reading

Astro Lab Productions will present a new musical, SIGNS OF LIFE, with book, music, and lyrics by Christopher DeLair, directed by James A. Rocco. Signs Of Life explores a young man's magical return to his chaotic childhood on Long Island. Learn more about the new musical.
Photos: Congressional Gold Medal Honoree Billie Jean King Visits SUFFS

See photos of tennis legend Billie Jean King visiting Suffs on Broadway! See photos of the Congressional Gold Medal honoree with members of the cast and more. You can learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
SUFFS Will Offer Discount Tickets Aimed at Mobilizing Young Voters

Broadway musical Suffs has announced a new slate of ticketing initiatives focused on mobilizing young voters ahead of the election. These new ticket offers are now in effect and will be valid through the November 5 election:
Review: Tom Kitt Puts THE TRUNK SONGS Center Stage at 54 Below

There is reason for all to hope that more 54B, more Tom Kitt, and more of this type of material will come our collective ways.
Broadway Dreams Come Alive: Livin' Broadway New Season Kicks Off*

Get ready to step into the heart of the performing arts world with the new season of Livin' Broadway! The highly anticipated episodes are now live on YouTube. Directed by Felipe Havranek, this docu-series invites viewers into the exhilarating lives of 36 talented artists as they navigate their dreams in the bustling cities of New York and Los Angeles.
Photos: Jenn Colella, James Monroe Iglehart, and More at American Theatre Wing's 2024 Gala

 Yesterday, September 9, the American Theatre Wing hosted its annual fall gala at Cipriani 42nd Street. The event honored “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry. Check out photos from the event here!
WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition Featuring Music And Lyrics By Chilina Kennedy to be Released

The WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition, featuring music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy, will be released in September.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month

54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

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 from 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 her role in Come From Away.

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