Ken Jennings
Birth Place: Jersey City, NJ, USA
Latest News on Ken Jennings:
Cast Announced for FOXBRIER LANE New York Premiere At 54 Below (Dec 5, 2024)
Photos: GRAND HOTEL's 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert (Nov 15, 2024)
Interview: Bob Stillman of GRAND HOTEL's 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION CONCERT at 54 Below (Nov 11, 2024)
Cast Announced for FOXBRIER LANE New York Premiere At 54 Below (Dec 5, 2024)
Photos: GRAND HOTEL's 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert (Nov 15, 2024)
Interview: Bob Stillman of GRAND HOTEL's 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION CONCERT at 54 Below (Nov 11, 2024)
BIO
One of the best-known quiz show contestants of all time, Ken Jennings set records in 2004 as THE PLAYER with the longest winning streak (74 consecutive games) and most regular-season winnings ($2.52 million) in Jeopardy! history. Once a computer programmer, today Jennings is the author of twelve books and the co-host of the podcast Omnibus. His favorite trivia categories are literature and movies, and his hobbies include hiking and painting. He lives in Seattle with his wife Mindy, two kids, and two dogs.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [off-Broadway], 1998
Lamplighter/Ghost of Christmas Past
Writing
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Ken Jennings, Sweeney Todd
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1979 - Performance
Ken Jennings, Sweeney Todd
Videos
VIDEO: See JEOPARDY Champ Ken Jennings Interviewed for MEET THE CONTESTANTS
by Sarah Leiber - Jan 9, 2020
TV: Vanessa Williams, William Spencer Reilly & Ken Jennings Preview the Season Ahead at the Sheen Center
by Eugene Ebner - Aug 2, 2019
Fiore Barbini Brings Cabaret ShowLOSING MY MIND to 53 Above Broadway
by Julie Musbach - Jul 16, 2018
TV Exclusive: Original Casts of GREASE, NINE & GRAND HOTEL Reunite for RAMA-LAMA-DING DONG Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 16, 2013
News
Cast Announced for FOXBRIER LANE New York Premiere At 54 Below
Complete casting has been announced for a concert of Foxbrier Lane, a new folk/rock musical debuting in New York City at 54 Below for one night only on January 29th at 9:30 PM.
Complete casting has been announced for a concert of Foxbrier Lane, a new folk/rock musical debuting in New York City at 54 Below for one night only on January 29th at 9:30 PM.
Photos: GRAND HOTEL's 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert
“We’ll Take a Glass Together” when 54 Below presents Grand Hotel: The 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert. This very special immersive concert received rave reviews in February. It runs 11/15 and 11/16. See photos from 11/14.
“We’ll Take a Glass Together” when 54 Below presents Grand Hotel: The 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert. This very special immersive concert received rave reviews in February. It runs 11/15 and 11/16. See photos from 11/14.
Interview: Bob Stillman of GRAND HOTEL's 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION CONCERT at 54 Below
This week from 11/14 to 11/16 catch a reunion of the original cast of Grand Hotel at 54 Below. It’s truly incredible hearing the score sung through in its entirety. We spoke with Tony Award® nominee Bob Stillman (Grey Gardens, Dirty Blonde) about what it’s like to be stepping back into the show 35 years later
This week from 11/14 to 11/16 catch a reunion of the original cast of Grand Hotel at 54 Below. It’s truly incredible hearing the score sung through in its entirety. We spoke with Tony Award® nominee Bob Stillman (Grey Gardens, Dirty Blonde) about what it’s like to be stepping back into the show 35 years later
Lorna Dallas Joins Original Cast Members in GRAND HOTEL Reunion Concert at 54 Below
Lorna Dallas joins original cast members for the 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert of GRAND HOTEL at 54 Below, with performances on November 14-16, both in person and livestreamed.
Lorna Dallas joins original cast members for the 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert of GRAND HOTEL at 54 Below, with performances on November 14-16, both in person and livestreamed.
Musical Theatre Melodies Celebrates 70th Anniversary Of FANNY
Musical Theatre Melodies, hosted by Rob Morrison, will mark the 70th anniversary of the Broadway premiere of Fanny by Harold Rome on Tuesday, November 12th featuring the original 1954 Broadway cast recording.
Musical Theatre Melodies, hosted by Rob Morrison, will mark the 70th anniversary of the Broadway premiere of Fanny by Harold Rome on Tuesday, November 12th featuring the original 1954 Broadway cast recording.
Video: GRAND HOTEL Cast Reunites at 54 Below
Earlier this year, original cast members from Grand Hotel reunited at 54 Below for 35th Anniversary Concert. Watch video highlights here!
Earlier this year, original cast members from Grand Hotel reunited at 54 Below for 35th Anniversary Concert. Watch video highlights here!
Scarecrow Video Begins Campaign to 'Save Our Scarecrow' and Remain Open
Scarecrow Video, the world’s largest video library, has penned an open letter to film fans that – due to the rising operational costs and decline in video rental and sales – they will need to raise $1.8 million before the end of the year or risk closing their doors.
Scarecrow Video, the world’s largest video library, has penned an open letter to film fans that – due to the rising operational costs and decline in video rental and sales – they will need to raise $1.8 million before the end of the year or risk closing their doors.
GRAND HOTEL Original Broadway Cast to Celebrate Show's 35th Anniversary at 54 Below
Celebrate the 35th anniversary of GRAND HOTEL with the original Broadway cast at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Celebrate the 35th anniversary of GRAND HOTEL with the original Broadway cast at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside and Backstage at the 78th Annual Theatre World Awards
The historic 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony was held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 at the Marquis Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!
The historic 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony was held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 at the Marquis Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!
Len Cariou & Peter Filichia To Be Honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Review: GRAND HOTEL: THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST REUNION CONCERT at 54 Below Was Incredible
The intimate cabaret space at 54 Below was transformed into Berlin’s Grand Hotel on Monday night. The kick-off performance of GRAND HOTEL: THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST REUNION CONCERT on February 26th was exuberant, with much of the star-studded original cast reviving their roles.
The intimate cabaret space at 54 Below was transformed into Berlin’s Grand Hotel on Monday night. The kick-off performance of GRAND HOTEL: THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST REUNION CONCERT on February 26th was exuberant, with much of the star-studded original cast reviving their roles.
GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more about the performances here!
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more about the performances here!
Jeopardy! Champions Wildcard Play-In Games Available Exclusively On TuneIn
Jeopardy! fans can catch all the excitement exclusively on TuneIn as the Champions Wildcard Play-In Games unfold, deciding who earns a shot in the coveted Champions Wildcard Competition.
Jeopardy! fans can catch all the excitement exclusively on TuneIn as the Champions Wildcard Play-In Games unfold, deciding who earns a shot in the coveted Champions Wildcard Competition.
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CELEBRITY JEOPARDY! on ABC - Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Get all the scoop on CELEBRITY JEOPARDY!, airing on ABC on Tuesday, January 2, 2024! In the first semifinal game of the season, Utkarsh Ambudkar (“Ghosts”), Mira Sorvino (“Shining Veil”) and Lisa Ann Walter (ABC’s “Abbott Elementary”) battle to make it one step closer to being crowned the “Celebrity Jeopardy!” champion. Watch a video now!
Get all the scoop on CELEBRITY JEOPARDY!, airing on ABC on Tuesday, January 2, 2024! In the first semifinal game of the season, Utkarsh Ambudkar (“Ghosts”), Mira Sorvino (“Shining Veil”) and Lisa Ann Walter (ABC’s “Abbott Elementary”) battle to make it one step closer to being crowned the “Celebrity Jeopardy!” champion. Watch a video now!
GRAND HOTEL Original Broadway Cast to Celebrate the Show's 35th Anniversary at 54 Below
54 BELOW will reunite the original Broadway cast of the Tony Award® winning musical Grand Hotel in honor of Tommy Tune’s 85th birthday on February 26 & 27 at 7pm & 9pm.
54 BELOW will reunite the original Broadway cast of the Tony Award® winning musical Grand Hotel in honor of Tommy Tune’s 85th birthday on February 26 & 27 at 7pm & 9pm.
SWEENEY TODD, A History- Part 2: The Demon Barber Slashes His Way From Page To Stage And Beyond
Learn how Sondheim made Sweeney sing and how Mr. Todd made his mark on mass media in Part 2 of SWEENEY TODD, A History.
Learn how Sondheim made Sweeney sing and how Mr. Todd made his mark on mass media in Part 2 of SWEENEY TODD, A History.
Review: BACKSTAGE BABBLE LIVE Bubbles Over with On-Stage Broadway Talent and High-Spirited Host at 54 Below
There was a lot of history crossing that stage, with performers reprising numbers they’d sung on the Great White Way as far back as the 1970s. Giving the proceedings a uniquely touching quality was the sweet meeting of the generations, with these still very vital veterans being welcomed by — and conversing with — a respectful master of ceremonies who’s still in his teens, but is immersed in musical theatre lore.
There was a lot of history crossing that stage, with performers reprising numbers they’d sung on the Great White Way as far back as the 1970s. Giving the proceedings a uniquely touching quality was the sweet meeting of the generations, with these still very vital veterans being welcomed by — and conversing with — a respectful master of ceremonies who’s still in his teens, but is immersed in musical theatre lore.
BACKSTAGE BABBLE, LANGDON ST. IVES: THE STEAMPUNK MUSICAL!, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
ALADDIN's Brad Weinstock Will Be on JEOPARDY! Tonight
Brad Weinstock, who stars in Aladdin on Broadway in the role of Omar, will appear as a contestant on Jeopardy tonight. Weinstock made his Broadway debut in Aladdin in 2016. He has also appeared in national tours of Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli) and Wicked (Boq), and the Chicago production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Chip).
Brad Weinstock, who stars in Aladdin on Broadway in the role of Omar, will appear as a contestant on Jeopardy tonight. Weinstock made his Broadway debut in Aladdin in 2016. He has also appeared in national tours of Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli) and Wicked (Boq), and the Chicago production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Chip).
Listen: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE NYC SESSIONS " VOLUME THREE Out Now
Listen to Sondheim Unplugged: The NYC Sessions – Volume Three, the final installment of the monumental three-volume set dedicated to the oeuvre of iconic musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim.
Listen to Sondheim Unplugged: The NYC Sessions – Volume Three, the final installment of the monumental three-volume set dedicated to the oeuvre of iconic musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ken Jennings been in?
Ken Jennings has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Ken Jennings been in?
Ken Jennings has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Ken Jennings been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Sweeney Todd and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Sweeney Todd.
What awards has Ken Jennings won?
Ken Jennings has won the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Sweeney Todd and the Performance Award at the Theatre World Awards for Sweeney Todd.
How many shows has Ken Jennings written?
Ken Jennings has written 1 shows including The Gospel of John (Playwright).
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