Jessica Lynn Johnson
Latest News on Jessica Lynn Johnson:
THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT Comes to 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival (May 31, 2024)
THE HOUSE WHISPERER Comes to The Hudson Guild Theatre (May 28, 2024)
ADOPTED BY APPALACHIANS Brings Southern Twang To Hollywood Fringe Fest (May 20, 2024)
THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT Comes to 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival (May 31, 2024)
THE HOUSE WHISPERER Comes to The Hudson Guild Theatre (May 28, 2024)
ADOPTED BY APPALACHIANS Brings Southern Twang To Hollywood Fringe Fest (May 20, 2024)
BIO
Jessica Lynn Johnson, recipient of BEST NATIONAL SOLO ARTIST AWARD, is the Founder & CEO of Soaring Solo LLC, a company dedicated solely to the Direction & Development of one person plays. Jessica is passionate about the transformational power of solo theatre and has aided in the creation of over 60 solo shows (and still going strong)!
Over the years, Jessica’s directorial projects have garnered rave reviews from audiences and critics alike, and have taken home awards such as TOP OF FRINGE, HFF ENCORE PRODUCER AWARDS, TVOLUTION BEST SOLO PERFORMANCE, LARRY CORNWALL AWARD FOR MUSICAL EXCELLENCE & several other accolades! Jessica was nominated for the Female Director of Distinction in Theatre Award by Girl Trip LLC at the 2018 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
As a published playwright and performer, Jessica has “edu-tained” international audiences touring her own 25 character one person shows ZE and OBLIVIOUS TO EVERYONE for over 13 years.
Jessica is also a proud Board Member and Submission Screening Panelist of the LA Women’s Theatre Festival celebrating their 26th year of empowering diverse female artists from all over the world.
Johnson’s solo work has been seen in the LA Women’s Theatre Festival, the NYC Samuel French Playwright Festival, the Kansas City Fringe Festival, the NYC International Fringe Festival, the Sola Voce Festival, the Monodrama Thespis Festival in Germany, the Black Magic Women’s Theatre Festival in Amsterdam and enjoyed an extended run at NYC’s prestigious Theatre Row on 42nd Street.
As a television & film actor and proud member of SAG AFTRA, you can also catch Jessica in her recurring role on Food Network’s Mystery Diners, guest starring on Forensic Files, costarring on Bold & the Beautiful, Tattoo Nightmares, as well as national spots for PayPal, Kawasaki, Time Warner Cable, Jamba Juice, Orly, & many others.
As a writer, Jessica looks forward to publishing both her memoir and her step by step solo show writing guide in the near future.
News
THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT Comes to 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival
'This Is Very Important,' a solo performance directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson and starring the remarkable Rahvaunia Johnson, is set to captivate audiences at the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
'This Is Very Important,' a solo performance directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson and starring the remarkable Rahvaunia Johnson, is set to captivate audiences at the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
THE HOUSE WHISPERER Comes to The Hudson Guild Theatre
Gabriella DeMarco's one-woman show THE HOUSE WHISPERER explores a high school dropout's journey to become a real estate mogul and Airbnb Superhost. Catch it at the Hudson Guild Theatre during the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
Gabriella DeMarco's one-woman show THE HOUSE WHISPERER explores a high school dropout's journey to become a real estate mogul and Airbnb Superhost. Catch it at the Hudson Guild Theatre during the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
ADOPTED BY APPALACHIANS Brings Southern Twang To Hollywood Fringe Fest
Premiering at Hollywood Fringe, this is the true story of how a girl from the Rural South used the investigative techniques she learned on TV to track down her biological father across multiple states over 25 years.
Premiering at Hollywood Fringe, this is the true story of how a girl from the Rural South used the investigative techniques she learned on TV to track down her biological father across multiple states over 25 years.
Yelba Zoe McCourt's Solo Play WHERE Y'ALL FROM? to be Presented at Zephyr Theatre
Discover the new theatrical production WHERE Y'ALL FROM, exploring themes of identity and heritage at Zephyr Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Discover the new theatrical production WHERE Y'ALL FROM, exploring themes of identity and heritage at Zephyr Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
THERE'S SOMETHING SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CYRUS Comes to the Zephyr Theatre in June
A new solo comedy show, There’s Something Seriously Wrong with Cyrus: How I Went from a Hot Mess to a Hot Bitch, has been announced as part of the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
A new solo comedy show, There’s Something Seriously Wrong with Cyrus: How I Went from a Hot Mess to a Hot Bitch, has been announced as part of the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
GRIT Comes to Hollywood Fringe in June
GRIT, a one-woman show written and performed by Lisa Natale delves into the evolution of her relationship with her body.
GRIT, a one-woman show written and performed by Lisa Natale delves into the evolution of her relationship with her body.
Mayuri Bhandari Brings THE ANTI 'YOGI' to Hollywood Fringe in June
Actress, Figure Skater, Professional Dancer and Yoga Professor, Mayuri Bhandari blends her unique experience as an Indian navigating traditionally non-Indian spaces in the world premiere of The Anti “Yogi” which opens June 8th at Hollywood Fringe Festival 2024 at the Zephyr Theatre.
Actress, Figure Skater, Professional Dancer and Yoga Professor, Mayuri Bhandari blends her unique experience as an Indian navigating traditionally non-Indian spaces in the world premiere of The Anti “Yogi” which opens June 8th at Hollywood Fringe Festival 2024 at the Zephyr Theatre.
JENNY LIND PRESENTS P.T. BARNUM Opens In Hollywood in June
Catch JENNY LIND PRESENTS P.T. BARNUM, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection, written and performed by Shelley Cooper. The show opens on June 26 at Asylum @ Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre. Proceeds will support the Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival.
Catch JENNY LIND PRESENTS P.T. BARNUM, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection, written and performed by Shelley Cooper. The show opens on June 26 at Asylum @ Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre. Proceeds will support the Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival.
ATYPICAL GRACE TO Begin Performances in June at The Zephyr Theatre
Join Maria Fagan Hassani in ATYPICAL GRACE, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection at the Zephyr Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Join Maria Fagan Hassani in ATYPICAL GRACE, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection at the Zephyr Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
THE ROAD TO MASADA: ANTI-SEMITISM AND ME Opens June 22 At Zephyr Theatre
Explore the origins of Anti-Semitism with Mitchell Feinstein in THE ROAD TO MASADA: ANTI-SEMITISM AND ME, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection at Zephyr Theatre.
Explore the origins of Anti-Semitism with Mitchell Feinstein in THE ROAD TO MASADA: ANTI-SEMITISM AND ME, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection at Zephyr Theatre.
Interview: Jessica Lynn Johnson on Directing the 31st Annual LOS ANGELES WOMEN'S THEATRE FESTIVAL
Founded in 1993 by Adilah Barnes and Miriam Reed, the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival holds the distinction of being the oldest Annual Solo Festival in Los Angeles celebrating powerful women performers. The 31st annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival, directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson, has a roster of accomplished co-hosts as well as performers during its six programs March 28-31, beginning with a Gala on Thursday night. I decided to speak with Jessica to find out more about the event and the honor being bestowed upon her at the event’s Gala.
Founded in 1993 by Adilah Barnes and Miriam Reed, the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival holds the distinction of being the oldest Annual Solo Festival in Los Angeles celebrating powerful women performers. The 31st annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival, directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson, has a roster of accomplished co-hosts as well as performers during its six programs March 28-31, beginning with a Gala on Thursday night. I decided to speak with Jessica to find out more about the event and the honor being bestowed upon her at the event’s Gala.
Mindy Fradkin aka Princess Wow to Bring One-Woman Show to PangeaNYC
Mindy Fradkin, aka Princess Wow, will present her one-woman show, PRINCESS WOW IN WOODSTOCK: HOW A HAT DESIGNER STARTED A REVOLUTION at Pangea. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Mindy Fradkin, aka Princess Wow, will present her one-woman show, PRINCESS WOW IN WOODSTOCK: HOW A HAT DESIGNER STARTED A REVOLUTION at Pangea. Learn how to purchase tickets.
caryn desai Receives Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival's 2024 Eternity Award
International City Theatre producing artistic director caryn desai [sic] has been named the recipient of the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival’s 2024 Eternity Award, presented to an artist whose lifetime achievements have made a lasting contribution to the world of theater.
International City Theatre producing artistic director caryn desai [sic] has been named the recipient of the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival’s 2024 Eternity Award, presented to an artist whose lifetime achievements have made a lasting contribution to the world of theater.
Whitefire Theatre Reveals Final February and March Shows For Solofest 2024
The Whitefire Theatre opened its 42nd Season with SOLOFEST 2024. A celebration of the solo journey, SOLOFEST has been recognized as the largest solo festival on the West Coast.
The Whitefire Theatre opened its 42nd Season with SOLOFEST 2024. A celebration of the solo journey, SOLOFEST has been recognized as the largest solo festival on the West Coast.
The 31st Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival To Host Opening Night Champagne GALA
The 31st Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival will honor eight deserving women for their exceptional career and life achievements in the Opening Night Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony on March 28, 2024. Hosted by Hattie Winston and Margaret Avery.
The 31st Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival will honor eight deserving women for their exceptional career and life achievements in the Opening Night Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony on March 28, 2024. Hosted by Hattie Winston and Margaret Avery.
L.A. Women's Theatre Festival Reveals Hosts
The 31st Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) has a roster of accomplished co-hosts for its six programs. Learn more about the hosts here!
The 31st Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) has a roster of accomplished co-hosts for its six programs. Learn more about the hosts here!
United Solo Festival Presents MY MOTHER HAD TWO FACES In March
Following a triumphant Boston debut at The Rockwell, UnitedSolo Presents My Mother Had Two Faces, a multi-media solo show written and performed by Karin Trachtenberg.
Following a triumphant Boston debut at The Rockwell, UnitedSolo Presents My Mother Had Two Faces, a multi-media solo show written and performed by Karin Trachtenberg.
MY MOTHER HAD TWO FACES: REFLECTIONS ON BEAUTY, AGING & ACCEPTANCE Makes Its Boston Debut At The Rockwell, March 3
My Mother Had Two Faces makes its Boston debut at The Rockwell at 255 Elm Street in Somerville, MA on Sunday, March 3rd at 2:00pm.
My Mother Had Two Faces makes its Boston debut at The Rockwell at 255 Elm Street in Somerville, MA on Sunday, March 3rd at 2:00pm.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Los Angeles Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Los Angeles Awards; 44: THE UNOFFICIAL, UNSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL, 1984, House of Bards Theatre Company & More Lead!
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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