Jennifer Mendenhall
Latest News on Jennifer Mendenhall:
BWW Review: “I Hate it Here” Nails the Nuance of “these unprecedented times” (Jan 21, 2021)
BWW News: The Theatre Lab 10th Annual DRAMATHON will Stream on December 11th (Dec 4, 2020)
Ike Holter World Premiere For Studio Theatre Explores A World On The Brink (Nov 24, 2020)
BWW Review: “I Hate it Here” Nails the Nuance of “these unprecedented times” (Jan 21, 2021)
BWW News: The Theatre Lab 10th Annual DRAMATHON will Stream on December 11th (Dec 4, 2020)
Ike Holter World Premiere For Studio Theatre Explores A World On The Brink (Nov 24, 2020)
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Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallImagining Madoff
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallClybourne Park
Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallAngels in America: Perestroika
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallYou Are Here
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallSophocles' Electra
Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallGrace
Helen Hayes Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallCooking With Elvis
Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play
Jennifer MendenhallGoodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet)
Helen Hayes Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production
Jennifer MendenhallWhen I Was a Girl I used to Scream and Shout
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production
Jennifer MendenhallThe Common Pursuit
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production
Jennifer Mendenhall The Common Pursuit
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Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Production
Jennifer MendenhallAunt Dan and Lemon
News
BWW Review: “I Hate it Here” Nails the Nuance of “these unprecedented times”
“I hate it here” is so 2020 that it is the perfect title for Studio Theatre’s second audio play; a work so zeitgeist-y it is exposure therapy for “these unprecedented times.”
“I hate it here” is so 2020 that it is the perfect title for Studio Theatre’s second audio play; a work so zeitgeist-y it is exposure therapy for “these unprecedented times.”
BWW News: The Theatre Lab 10th Annual DRAMATHON will Stream on December 11th
The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts presents an evening of world-premiere plays, professionally directed and performed live by professional actors and Theatre Lab supporters in the 10th Annual Dramathon online on Friday, December 11 at 7:30pm.
The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts presents an evening of world-premiere plays, professionally directed and performed live by professional actors and Theatre Lab supporters in the 10th Annual Dramathon online on Friday, December 11 at 7:30pm.
Ike Holter World Premiere For Studio Theatre Explores A World On The Brink
As the world collectively plans to close the door (and maybe throw away the key?) on 2020, Studio Theatre offers a reflection on this complicated, unexpected, and consequential moment in history with the world premiere of I Hate It Here: Stories from the End of the Old World, a Studio-commissioned audio play written and directed by Ike Holter.
As the world collectively plans to close the door (and maybe throw away the key?) on 2020, Studio Theatre offers a reflection on this complicated, unexpected, and consequential moment in history with the world premiere of I Hate It Here: Stories from the End of the Old World, a Studio-commissioned audio play written and directed by Ike Holter.
BWW Interview: A Special Two Part Theatre Life with Howard Shalwitz. Part One: The Early Years
Today's subject was kind enough to give me an hour of his time in the balcony of the place he lived his theatre life for almost 40 years. I'm sure there isn't a person here in DC who would argue that Howard Shalwitz was one of the most influential minds in the DC theatre community as the Artistic Director of Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. Under Shalwitz, Woolly Mammoth produced some of the most thought provoking, wild, and sometimes shocking pieces of theatre this area has ever seen. Shalwitz stepped down in 2018 and the company is now run by Maria Manuela Goyanes. Mr. Shalwitz remains as Artistic Director Emeritus.
Today's subject was kind enough to give me an hour of his time in the balcony of the place he lived his theatre life for almost 40 years. I'm sure there isn't a person here in DC who would argue that Howard Shalwitz was one of the most influential minds in the DC theatre community as the Artistic Director of Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. Under Shalwitz, Woolly Mammoth produced some of the most thought provoking, wild, and sometimes shocking pieces of theatre this area has ever seen. Shalwitz stepped down in 2018 and the company is now run by Maria Manuela Goyanes. Mr. Shalwitz remains as Artistic Director Emeritus.
Ally Theatre Company to Receive the John Aniello Award for Outstanding Emerging Theatre Company at the 2019 Helen Hayes Awards
The 35th Annual Helen Hayes Awards will take place on Monday, May 13, 2019 at The Anthem, the cultural center of Southwest D.C.'s District Wharf, with a celebratory party to follow.
The 35th Annual Helen Hayes Awards will take place on Monday, May 13, 2019 at The Anthem, the cultural center of Southwest D.C.'s District Wharf, with a celebratory party to follow.
BWW Review: Ally Theatre's #POOLPARTY
Ally Theatre's '#poolparty' is a prime example of discovering a little known chapter of local history, fashioning it into art and creating a more universal statement.
Ally Theatre's '#poolparty' is a prime example of discovering a little known chapter of local history, fashioning it into art and creating a more universal statement.
Legacy Of Racism In The Water Explored Through One Local Private Swim Blog's Story
Ally Theater Company returns to Joe's Movement Emporium with daring new work, #poolparty.
Ally Theater Company returns to Joe's Movement Emporium with daring new work, #poolparty.
Legacy Of Racism In The Water Explored Through One Local Private Swim Blog's Story
Ally Theater Company returns to Joe's Movement Emporium with daring new work, #poolparty.
Ally Theater Company returns to Joe's Movement Emporium with daring new work, #poolparty.
BWW Review: HANDBAGGED at Round House Theatre Offers a Masterclass in Acting
While the script is not the most engaging, the acting work is exceptionally strong.
While the script is not the most engaging, the acting work is exceptionally strong.
The Kennedy Center Presents the 16th Annual Page-to-Stage New Play Festival
The Kennedy Center hosts its 16th annual Page-to-Stage New Play Festival on Saturday, September 2 through Monday, September 4, 2017, featuring more than 60 theaters from the D.C. metropolitan area, all with a mission to produce and support new work.
The Kennedy Center hosts its 16th annual Page-to-Stage New Play Festival on Saturday, September 2 through Monday, September 4, 2017, featuring more than 60 theaters from the D.C. metropolitan area, all with a mission to produce and support new work.
BWW Review: Mosaic Theatre's HOODED, OR BEING BLACK FOR DUMMIES a Compelling Journey of Identity
Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm's new play Hooded, or Being Black for Dummies, receiving its world premiere with Mosaic Theatre Company, examines the dangers of identity, prejudice and identity politics from a variety of angles. This is an unforgettable, complex study in identity that for all of its tricks and turns is one of the more psychologically, spiritually rich plays you are likely to see on the stage.
Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm's new play Hooded, or Being Black for Dummies, receiving its world premiere with Mosaic Theatre Company, examines the dangers of identity, prejudice and identity politics from a variety of angles. This is an unforgettable, complex study in identity that for all of its tricks and turns is one of the more psychologically, spiritually rich plays you are likely to see on the stage.
Theater J Announces Annual Benefit
Theater J's 2017 Annual Benefit celebrates the artistry of Rick Foucheux and honors the leadership of Mita M. Schaffer. This party to benefit the nation's most distinctive and progressive Jewish theater treats supporters to an elegant and entertaining evening. The Annual Benefit will take place on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 6:30 PM at the Washington Hebrew Congregation and will include a cocktail hour, followed by dinner (sponsored by Provisions Catering), live performances and dessert.
Theater J's 2017 Annual Benefit celebrates the artistry of Rick Foucheux and honors the leadership of Mita M. Schaffer. This party to benefit the nation's most distinctive and progressive Jewish theater treats supporters to an elegant and entertaining evening. The Annual Benefit will take place on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 6:30 PM at the Washington Hebrew Congregation and will include a cocktail hour, followed by dinner (sponsored by Provisions Catering), live performances and dessert.
Photo Flash: World Premiere of HOODED at Mosaic Theatre Company
Hooded, Or Being Black for Dummies, a World Premiere by Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm, will be directed by Serge Seiden (When January Feels Like Summer, Bad Jews) and associate directed by Vaughn Ryan Midder for Mosaic Theater Company of DC. Performances will run at the Atlas Performing Arts Center, Sprenger Theatre, January 25-February 19, 2017.
Hooded, Or Being Black for Dummies, a World Premiere by Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm, will be directed by Serge Seiden (When January Feels Like Summer, Bad Jews) and associate directed by Vaughn Ryan Midder for Mosaic Theater Company of DC. Performances will run at the Atlas Performing Arts Center, Sprenger Theatre, January 25-February 19, 2017.
BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Ari Roth
Today's subject is living his theatre life to the fullest. Ari Roth might be one of the most passionate and outspoken figures working in DC theatre. One thing is clear, he follows his passion and the result is always something extraordinary.
Today's subject is living his theatre life to the fullest. Ari Roth might be one of the most passionate and outspoken figures working in DC theatre. One thing is clear, he follows his passion and the result is always something extraordinary.
BWW Reviews: CHEROKEE Sends Woolly on a Spirit Journey
Woolly Mammoth's beautiful theater in which every seat has an intimate view of the expansive stage and the company's diehard dedication to new plays has found another win in Lisa D'Amour's follow up to 2013's DETROIT. Upon entering audiences are immediately greeted with recordings of tribal music and a stage dense with flat planks giving the illusion of trees stretching far above. This play is all about transformations, sometimes subtle and sometimes ridiculous to the extreme, and it couldn't have found a better home than Woolly, who's aesthetic seems motivated by the constant need to innovate, explore, and reinvent, not only from season to season and production to production, but often from act to act and even scene to scene. All around, the creative, production, and design teams have risen to the challenge of A'Mour's play and together have created an epic highlight in the DC theater scene.
Woolly Mammoth's beautiful theater in which every seat has an intimate view of the expansive stage and the company's diehard dedication to new plays has found another win in Lisa D'Amour's follow up to 2013's DETROIT. Upon entering audiences are immediately greeted with recordings of tribal music and a stage dense with flat planks giving the illusion of trees stretching far above. This play is all about transformations, sometimes subtle and sometimes ridiculous to the extreme, and it couldn't have found a better home than Woolly, who's aesthetic seems motivated by the constant need to innovate, explore, and reinvent, not only from season to season and production to production, but often from act to act and even scene to scene. All around, the creative, production, and design teams have risen to the challenge of A'Mour's play and together have created an epic highlight in the DC theater scene.
Woolly Mammoth to Present Lisa D'Amour's CHEROKEE, 2/9-3/8
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company announces its next production in Season 35: Cherokee, by Obie Award-winning playwright Lisa D'Amour. Enlarging on the themes explored in D'Amour's 2013 Woolly hit Detroit, Cherokee follows a fresh cast of characters pushed to the brink as their escape from the trappings of civilization opens the path to a new life. Woolly Company Member John Vreeke, who also directed Detroit, will direct the new production. Cherokee will run from Monday, February 9 to Sunday, March 8, 2015.
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company announces its next production in Season 35: Cherokee, by Obie Award-winning playwright Lisa D'Amour. Enlarging on the themes explored in D'Amour's 2013 Woolly hit Detroit, Cherokee follows a fresh cast of characters pushed to the brink as their escape from the trappings of civilization opens the path to a new life. Woolly Company Member John Vreeke, who also directed Detroit, will direct the new production. Cherokee will run from Monday, February 9 to Sunday, March 8, 2015.
The Washington Rogues Present Alexandra Petri's THE CAMPSITE RULE, Now thru 8/16
The Washington Rogues present Alexandra Petri's THE CAMPSITE RULE at The Anacostia Playhouse. Performances begin tonight, July 23rd!
The Washington Rogues present Alexandra Petri's THE CAMPSITE RULE at The Anacostia Playhouse. Performances begin tonight, July 23rd!
The Washington Rogues Present Alexandra Petri's THE CAMPSITE RULE, 7/23-8/16
The Washington Rogues present Alexandra Petri's THE CAMPSITE RULE at The Anacostia Playhouse. Performances begin July 23rd!
The Washington Rogues present Alexandra Petri's THE CAMPSITE RULE at The Anacostia Playhouse. Performances begin July 23rd!
One-Minute Play Festival & ORDINARY DAYS Extended Through June 29
Round House Theatre and the New York based company, The One-Minute Play Festival (#1MPF) have created a dynamic partnership to present The 1st Washington, D.C. One-Minute Play Festival, to be performed July 12 - 14, 2014 at Round House Theatre. Following sold-out performances in more than 20 cities, this festival aims to celebrate local voices and investigate the local zeitgeist through this exciting process. Performances are at 8pm on Saturday, July 12, Sunday, July 13, and Monday, July 14.
Round House Theatre and the New York based company, The One-Minute Play Festival (#1MPF) have created a dynamic partnership to present The 1st Washington, D.C. One-Minute Play Festival, to be performed July 12 - 14, 2014 at Round House Theatre. Following sold-out performances in more than 20 cities, this festival aims to celebrate local voices and investigate the local zeitgeist through this exciting process. Performances are at 8pm on Saturday, July 12, Sunday, July 13, and Monday, July 14.
Busboys and Poets Present Second Run of THE ADMISSION at Studio Theatre, Now thru 5/18
Motti Lerner's acclaimed but controversial play, The Admission, just finished a short, sold-out run at Theater J and will be remounted in workshop form by Busboys and Poets. The show will transfer to Studio Theatre's Mead Theater for a three-week commercial engagement starting April 30 through May 18, 2014.
Motti Lerner's acclaimed but controversial play, The Admission, just finished a short, sold-out run at Theater J and will be remounted in workshop form by Busboys and Poets. The show will transfer to Studio Theatre's Mead Theater for a three-week commercial engagement starting April 30 through May 18, 2014.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Jennifer Mendenhall been nominated for?
Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Imagining Madoff , Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Clybourne Park, Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for You Are Here, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Sophocles' Electra, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Grace, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Cooking With Elvis, Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet), Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for When I Was a Girl I used to Scream and Shout, Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Common Pursuit, Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for The Common Pursuit and Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Aunt Dan and Lemon.
What awards has Jennifer Mendenhall won?
Jennifer Mendenhall won the Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Production award at the Helen Hayes Awards for her role in Aunt Dan and Lemon.
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