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Jones is an American comedian and actress who was a cast member and writer on Saturday Night Live from 2014 to 2019. Jones has been a featured performer at the Just for Laughs festival in Montreal and the Aspen Comedy Festival. In 2010, her one-hour comedy special, Problem Child, was broadcast on Showtime. Jones starred in Ghostbusters (2016) as Patty Tolan. In 2017 and 2018, Jones was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her work on Saturday Night Live.



In 2017, Jones was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine

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Wedding in Paris
[West End]
Original London Production, 1954
Singing Ensemble
Anna Held's All Star Varieté Jubilee
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1913
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Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Mulaney, Nathan Lane & More in SNL50 Musical Sketch Photo
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Mulaney, Nathan Lane & More in SNL50 Musical Sketch
by Joshua Wright - Feb 17, 2025

On tonight's star-studded lineup for NBC’s highly anticipated 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special,' John Mulaney led another one of his signature musical sketches. The segment featured songs from Les Misérables, Hamilton (with guest Lin-Manuel Miranda), The Lion King (with special guest Nathan Lane), and more.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Billy Crystal & More Join SNL50 Special Photo
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Billy Crystal & More Join SNL50 Special
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2025

The special will include appearances by Alec Baldwin, Ana Gasteyer, Billy Crystal, Cher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Leslie Jones, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mike Myers, Miles Teller, Rachel Dratch, Rev. Al Sharpton, and more surprises.
Comedian Alex Edelman Joins LIL RHODY LAUGH RIOT Lineup Photo
Comedian Alex Edelman Joins LIL RHODY LAUGH RIOT Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025

Comedian Alex Edelman has joined the lineup of performers at Lil Rhody Laugh Riot. Lil Rhody Laugh Riot, Rhode Island's new four-day comedy festival taking over Providence from March 27 - 30 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium. Learn more.
Matt Rife, Jonathan Van Ness and More Join Lineup of Lil Rhody Laugh Riot Photo
Matt Rife, Jonathan Van Ness and More Join Lineup of Lil Rhody Laugh Riot
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

 Lil Rhody Laugh Riot, Rhode Island's new four-day comedy festival taking over Providence in March, announced that comedy powerhouses Matt Rife and Jonathan Van Ness are joining the lineup of performers.
New Comedy Festival LIL RHODY LAUGH RIOT Set To Launch In Providence In March Photo
New Comedy Festival LIL RHODY LAUGH RIOT Set To Launch In Providence In March
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

Rhode Island, get ready to roll in the aisles – literally. The VETS has announced Lil Rhody Laugh Riot, a brand-new four-day comedy festival that will be taking over the Capital City from Thursday, March 27 through Sunday March 30, 2025.
New Season of AMERICAN DAD! Premiering Later This Month Photo
New Season of AMERICAN DAD! Premiering Later This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2024

“American Dad!” will return to TBS on Monday, October 28 at 10PM ET/PT. This season, the Smiths are overjoyed when the Langley Falls boardwalk reopens; the family have their dreams of climbing Mount Everest turn into a nightmare; Roger is struck with a mysterious illness; Klaus contends with an imposter and much more.
Photos: Inside the International Premiere of THE PIANO LESSON Film Photo
Photos: Inside the International Premiere of THE PIANO LESSON Film
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2024

On Tuesday, September 10th, Netflix's THE PIANO LESSON had its international premiere at Toronto International Film Festival at the Princess of Wales Theater. Take a look at the photos from the event here! 
The Philadelphia Orchestra And Ensemble Arts Announces 2024-25 Season Lineup Photo
The Philadelphia Orchestra And Ensemble Arts Announces 2024-25 Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts have announced their 2024-25 season lineup featuring Tony-winning Broadway productions, GRAMMY Award-winning performances, holiday favorites, and more.
Video: Kamala Harris Joins Season Finale of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS Photo
Video: Kamala Harris Joins Season Finale of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2024

Tune into the season finale of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars to watch a special guest appearance from Vice President Kamala Harris. In the episode, she is set to appear alongside Michelle Visage, Lance Bass, Jamal Sims, Leslie Jones, and Broadway favorite Cheyenne Jackson. 
Comedian Leslie Jones Comes To Chandler Center For The Arts Photo
Comedian Leslie Jones Comes To Chandler Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2024

Comedian and SNL star Leslie Jones will perform at Chandler Center for the Arts.
Brand Associates Presents BRAND 52: Annual National Juried Exhibition of Works on Pap Photo
Brand Associates Presents BRAND 52: Annual National Juried Exhibition of Works on Paper
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2024

Brand Associates, in partnership with Brand Library & Art Center and Glendale Library, Arts & Culture, has announced the opening of the 52nd Annual National Juried Exhibition of Works on Paper (Brand 52), on view from June 15 through August 9, 2024 at Brand Library & Art Center.
Nate Jackson Set To Bring SUPER FUNNY WORLD TOUR To Virgin Hotels Las Vegas This July Photo
Nate Jackson Set To Bring SUPER FUNNY WORLD TOUR To Virgin Hotels Las Vegas This July
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2024

Comedian and actor Nate Jackson is set to debut his Super Funny World Tour at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas during the NBA Summer League Weekend on July 13.
Video: JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY'S IN LA To Stream Live on Netflix Photo
Video: JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY'S IN LA To Stream Live on Netflix
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2024

John Mulaney will explore the city of Los Angeles with his comedian friends in the upcoming Netflix special John Mulaney Presents: Everybody's In LA. Over the course of six live episodes, the comically unconventional show will feature Mulaney along with special guests and field pieces all shot in Los Angeles. Watch the announcement video here!
Outside Joke: The Hub of Netflix is a Joke Fest Lineup Announced Photo
Outside Joke: The Hub of Netflix is a Joke Fest Lineup Announced
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2024

Discover the lineup for Netflix's comedy festival, OUTSIDE JOKE. Get ready for a laughter-filled event as Netflix brings together the biggest names in comedy. The lineup includes Fred Armisen, Freddie Gibbs, Janelle James, Leslie Jones, Michelle Buteau, Reggie Watts, drag icons Alyssa Edwards, Jimbo, Latrice Royale and Trixie Mattel, and more.
THE COLOR PURPLE, Colman Domingo, and More Take Home NAACP Image Awards - Full List o Photo
THE COLOR PURPLE, Colman Domingo, and More Take Home NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 17, 2024

The 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards were announced during a ceremony on Saturday, March 16th. See the full list of winners here!
Avalanche Orchestra Celebrates 100th Anniversary of George Gershwin's RHAPSODY IN BLU Photo
Avalanche Orchestra Celebrates 100th Anniversary of George Gershwin's RHAPSODY IN BLUE At Suny College of Optometry
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2024

Avalanche Orchestra commemorates 100th anniversary of George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue at SUNY College of Optometry.
DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE Comes to Milford in February Photo
DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE Comes to Milford in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2024

Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council, will present the winter show of its 29th season, the complex Dead Man’s Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl, directed by Rob Nichols.
THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees! Photo
THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!
Symphony Space Announces New Programs For Spring 2024 Photo
Symphony Space Announces New Programs For Spring 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2024

Symphony Space has announced additional Spring 2024 programming. The coming months abound with bespoke evenings that offer playful and candid experiences of some of today's most beloved voices in music, literature, theater, and more.
Symphony Space Unveils Spring 2024 Programming Featuring George Takei, Judy Collins & Photo
Symphony Space Unveils Spring 2024 Programming Featuring George Takei, Judy Collins & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024

Symphony Space has revealed additional Spring 2024 programming. See performance dates and learn who is taking part!
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How many Broadway shows has Leslie Jones been in?

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Leslie Jones's first West End show was Wedding in Paris which opened in 1954

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