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Theatre credits include: Leading Player in Pippin (Nebraska Repertory Theatre - contract cut short during rehearsals due to Covid-19), Shug Avery in The Color Purple (Neptune Theatre, 2020 Merritt Award Best Supporting Actor, The Citadel/RMTC), Paradise Square (Berkeley Rep), Woman 2 in I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (George Street Playhouse), Janet in Play Like A Winner (NYMF 2017). Broadway/Off-Broadway: Soul Sister in Jesus Christ Superstar (2012 Revival), Princess Who Kissed the Frog in Disenchanted US/Dance Captain (Westside Theatre); Chicago: Nickie in Sweet Charity (Writers’ Theatre), Ragtime, The Hot Mikado, and Aida (Drury Lane Oakbrook). Regional/Canada: Sousatzka Swing/Dance Captain (The Elgin Theatre); Cabaret (Cape Playhouse); Brenda in Smokey Joe's Cafe (FST); Soul Sister in Jesus Christ Superstar (La Jolla Playhouse/Stratford Festival). National tours: Featured female vocalist in Dirty Dancing; Dynamite in Hairspray; Lisa in Mamma Mia!



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Tina: The Tina Turner Musical Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
[US Tour]
North American Tour, 2022
Performer (Swing) [Replacement]
Tina Turner (Understudy) [Replacement]
Rhonda (Understudy) [Replacement]
Paradise Square Paradise Square
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Ensemble
Paradise Square Paradise Square
[San Francisco (Regional)]
World Premiere Berkeley Production, 2019
Ensemble
Sousatzka Sousatzka
[Toronto]
World Premiere Production, 2017
Ensemble
Jesus Christ Superstar Jesus Christ Superstar
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Ruth
Hairspray
[Toronto]
Toronto Production, 2004
Ensemble
Storyville Storyville
[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere, 2013
Tango Rose

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TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Begins At Proctors Next Week! Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Begins At Proctors Next Week!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024

Experience the electrifying energy of TINA The Tina Turner Musical at Proctors in two weeks. Celebrate the life and legacy of the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll with this powerful and inspiring show.
Review: TINA, THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Overture Photo
Review: TINA, THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Overture
by Scott Rawson - Jun 12, 2024

From the gripping opening number to the dynamic conclusion, Tina, The Tina Turner Musical, is on hell of an emotional rollercoaster. The highs and lows of Tina's tumultuous journey are brilliantly encapsulated in the show, and her extraordinary music weaves through a narrative that is both heart-breaking and stunning.
TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Overture Hall in June Photo
TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Overture Hall in June
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will invite audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll' at the Overture Hall this June.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Opens in Indianapolis April 30th Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Opens in Indianapolis April 30th
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024

Broadway in Indianapolis announced today that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are on sale now for 8 performances from April 30 - May 5, 2024.
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Overture Center This Summer Photo
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Overture Center This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

​​​​​​​ TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL invites audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll.'
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hall is Simply The Best! Photo
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hall is Simply The Best!
by Sabrina Wallace - Jan 19, 2024

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical stands as a masterful exposé of the icon's life, ranking among the best in its genre in my humble opinion. The entire cast of this Broadway touring production deserves commendation, with each performer and the orchestra paying much-deserved homage to the queen of rock ‘n roll. 
Review: TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center brings the essence of the Queen of Photo
Review: TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center brings the essence of the Queen of Rock to NWA
by Theresa Bertram - Dec 27, 2023

What did our critic think of TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center?
Broadway Dallas Announces 2024 Gala Featuring TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL; After Pa Photo
Broadway Dallas Announces 2024 Gala Featuring TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL; After Party Tickets On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2023

Broadway Dallas have announced that Show and After Party tickets are now on sale for its 2024 Gala featuring a full performance of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL on Friday, February 2 at the Music Hall at Fair Park.
Broadway Dallas Announces 2024 Gala Featuring TINA; Show And After Party Tickets On S Photo
Broadway Dallas Announces 2024 Gala Featuring TINA; Show And After Party Tickets On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023

Broadway Dallas has announced that Show and After Party tickets are now on sale for its 2024 Gala featuring a full performance of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL on Friday, February 2 at the Music Hall at Fair Park.
Broadway In Columbus to Present TINA â€" The Tina Turner Musical in 2024 Photo
Broadway In Columbus to Present TINA â€" The Tina Turner Musical in 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023

Broadway in Columbus presents TINA - The Tina Turner Musical. Don't miss this electrifying show featuring the iconic music and inspiring story of Tina Turner.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in June 20 Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in June 2024
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023

David Mirvish has announced that TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is coming to Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, beginning performances on June 18, 2024.  
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL On Sale At FSCJ Artist Series November 17 Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL On Sale At FSCJ Artist Series November 17
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2023

The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union, is delighted to announce that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale this Friday, November 17, 2023.
Single Tickets For TINA- THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL On Sale At Proctors Photo
Single Tickets For TINA- THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL On Sale At Proctors
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2023

Proctors has announced that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale Thursday, Nov. 16 for eight performances from Tuesday, July 30-Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024.
Tickets To TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Bass Performance Hall On Sale This Week Photo
Tickets To TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Bass Performance Hall On Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023

Get your tickets now for TINA - The Tina Turner Musical and experience the incredible music and story of Tina Turner live on stage. Don't miss this limited engagement - book your seats today before they sell out!
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Music Hall, December 5-10 Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Music Hall, December 5-10
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023

PNC Broadway in Kansas City will present the national tour of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL.
Tickets on Sale This Week For TINA - The Tina Turner Musical at BBMann Photo
Tickets on Sale This Week For TINA - The Tina Turner Musical at BBMann
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023

Tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical at BBMann will go on sale Friday, October 23 at 10AM for 8 performances from February 27 to March 3, 2024.
Tickets On Sale October 20 For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Presented By Broadway D Photo
Tickets On Sale October 20 For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Presented By Broadway Dallas
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023

Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America have announced that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale Friday, October 20 for 16 performances from January 23 to February 4 as part of the Germania Insurance Broadway Series presented by Broadway Dallas.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL At Bass Concert Hall On Sale Friday Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL At Bass Concert Hall On Sale Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2023

TINA - The Tina Turner Musical at Bass Concert Hall on sale Friday. Catch the highly acclaimed musical celebrating the life of Tina Turner. Don't miss out!
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to St. Louis Next Month Photo
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to St. Louis Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

TINA- The Tina Turner Musical is coming to St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre next month. Performances run November 14-26. Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!
Tickets on Sale This Week For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at the Hobby Center Photo
Tickets on Sale This Week For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at the Hobby Center
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023

Memorial Hermann Broadway at The Hobby Center has announced that single tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale to the general public on Friday, September 29, 2023 at 10am. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
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