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BIO

Jenn Thompson is a freelance, Drama Desk-nominated director whose work has been seen in NYC and at theaters across the country, including The Denver Center, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Hartford Stage, Goodspeed Musicals, St. Louis Rep, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, City Theatre, and many others.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Performer

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Director

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Jenn ThompsonWomen Without Men

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What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America in 2025? - A Complete Guide
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025

Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
Harris Center Presents ANNIE In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025

Harris Center for The Arts will present the Tony Award-Winning musical ANNIE, performing six times, February 14-16, with three evening performances at 6:30pm, and three matinees at 1:30pm. 
Cast Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at Two River Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025

Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic, Dial M for Murder, adapted by  Jeffrey Hatcher. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Tony Award-Winning Musical ANNIE Begins This Month At Peoria Civic Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025

The American Theatre Guild will present the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE. This production is part of the 24–25 AMEREN ILLINOIS BROADWAY IN PEORIA Series and will take the Peoria Civic Center stage Jan. 21–22, 2025.
ANNIE Comes To The King Center In January
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025

The iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will be presented as part of the 24–25 BROADWAY AT THE KING CENTER Series and will take the King Center's L3Harris Technologies Theatre Main Stage Jan. 28–29, 2025.
Special Offer: ANNIE at Madison Square Garden
by BWW Special Offer - Dec 18, 2024

Last Chance to Save on ANNIE Tickets. Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award-winner Whoopi Goldberg stars as ‘Miss Hannigan’ in the National Tour of Annie's stop at The Theatre at Madison Square Garden. 
Photos: Whoopi Goldberg & ANNIE Cast Celebrate at Planet Hollywood NYC
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 16, 2024

Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award-winner Whoopi Goldberg is currently starring as ‘Miss Hannigan’ in the National Tour of Annie's stop at The Theatre at Madison Square Garden. See photos of the cast celebrating!
Why Whoopi Goldberg Isn't Reading Her ANNIE Reviews
by Michael Major - Dec 16, 2024

Watch a video of Whoopi Goldberg explaining on The View why she won't read the reviews for her performance as Miss Hannigan in Annie. The production is currently playing at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden.
Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of the Tour of ANNIE?
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award-winner Whoopi Goldberg stars as ‘Miss Hannigan’ in the National Tour of Annie's stop at The Theatre at Madison Square Garden through January 5. See what the critics had to say here!
ANNIE Takes the BJCC Concert Hall Stage in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

The American Theatre Guild will present the Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE as part of the 24–25 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series in January. Learn more here!
Tickets on Sale Dates Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at Two River Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024

Playwright Jeffrey Hatcher (Scotland Road, Wait Until Dark) brings an exhilarating new eye to the stylish thriller that inspired a Hitchcock classic, Dial M for Murder at Two River Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets For ANNIE at the Marcus Performing Arts Center to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2024

Tickets for the beloved musical ANNIE will be available starting Friday at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: ANNIE Tour in Rehearsal Ahead of New York City Run
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2024

All new photos have been released of the cast of the Tony-award winning musical ANNIE rehearsing in New York City ahead of the limited engagement at The Theater at Madison Square Garden. Check out the photos here!
ANNIE Comes to the Orpheum Theatre in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2024

 The 2024-25 tour of the iconic Tony Award®-winning musical ANNIE will play San Francisco’s Orpheum Theatre from Thursday, February 6 through Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Full Cast Set For North American Tour of ANNIE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

The complete cast has been set for the 2024-25 North American Tour of ANNIE! Learn more about the full cast here including who will be in the cast for it's New York City stop at Madison Square Garden opposite Whoopi Goldberg!
Review: South Coast Repertory Presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Michael Quintos - Oct 4, 2024

For SCR's impressive, must-see local revival, the show gets a hyper-hybrid treatment that combines nostalgic elements inspired by the original but infused with 21st-century sass and sensibilities. Alongside its visual splendor, the show also features a superb ensemble cast, resulting in a blissfully-raucous, infectiously smile-inducing production.
Video: Whoopi Goldberg Teases ANNIE Role on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2024

On The View, Whoopi Goldberg teased her performance as the villainous Miss Hannigan in the tour of Annie, which hits Madison Square Garden in December. Goldberg will play the role for a limited engagement from Wednesday, December 11 through January 5.
Photos: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

South Coast Repertory opens its 2024-25 season with the musical creature feature Little Shop of Horrors, Directed by Jenn Thompson, the cult classic runs through Oct. 20 on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos here!
Video: 'Grow For Me' In Rehearsals For South Coast Rep's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - Sep 18, 2024

Watch as Emerson Boatwright performs 'Grow for Me' in rehearsal for South Coast Rep's Little Shop of Horrors. Little Shop of Horrors, isDirected by Jenn Thompson and runs September 21st through October 19th, 2024 on the Segerstrom Stage.
South Coast Repertory Opens 2024-25 Season With LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2024

South Coast Repertory announced its 2024-25 season opener, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 19 on the Segerstrom Stage. Directed by Jenn Thompson, this marks the show's SCR debut.

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