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Rachel Bay Jones

Also Credited As: Rachel Jones

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BIO

Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen (Tony Award, 2017), Pippin, Hair (Mother, Buddhadalirama); Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (u/s-performed Lucia). Off-Broadway: Hello Again (The Actress), Transport Group. National Tour: A Christmas Story (Mother). Regional: Next to Normal (Kennedy Center), Sylvia (Sylvia), King and I (Anna), among others. Solo Album: ShowFolk. Rachel has also appeared on the television shows "Modern Family" and "God Friended Me", as well as the film "Ben Is Back".

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
The Shed Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Performer

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Broadway Center Stage Production, 2020
Diana

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Heidi

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Original Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Heidi

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater World Premiere Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Laura Bush/Rosalynn Carter

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Arena Stage World Premiere Production, 2015
Heidi

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2013
Catherine

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2011
The Mother

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Production, 2010
Performer (Swing)

Ivan's Concierge (Understudy)

Lucia (Understudy)

Magistrate 2 (Understudy)

Pepa's Concierge (Understudy)

Woman in Cinema (Understudy)


Movies

Ben Is Back
[ 2018 ] Beth Conyers
Critical Thinking
[ 2020 ] Principal Kestel

TV Shows

God Friended Me
Susan
The Good Doctor
Salen Morrison
United States of Al
Lois

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award

Rachel Bay Jones, Dear Evan Hansen


winner
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Rachel Bay Jones, Dear Evan Hansen


winner
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Rachel Bay Jones, Dear Evan Hansen

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Rachel Bay Jones, Dear Evan Hansen

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News


Josh Groban, Brian Stokes Mitchell And More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE: VOTE-A-THON

Stars in the House has announced Josh Groban, Neil Patrick Harris, Brian Stokes Mitchell and more for the second annual Election Day Vote-A-Thon.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Martin Short, Shoshana Bean, and More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE Vote-A-Thon

“Stars in the House” will return for its second Election Day Vote-A-Thon with a star-studded lineup joining hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson to talk about their voting experiences and deliver LIVE musical performances.
Theatre Raleigh Presents Award-Winning Play CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS

Theatre Raleigh has announced its upcoming production, 'Curse of the Starving Class' from Nov 6-17, 2024, at the Theatre Raleigh Arts Center in North Raleigh.
Photos: HERE WE ARE Cast Signs Copies of the Cast Recording at the Museum of Broadway

The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! In celebration of the vinyl release, the all-star original cast signed copies of the album at the Museum of Broadway yesterday, October 9. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here!
Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Will Make UK Premiere Next Year

Stephen Sondheim's final musical, Here We Are will make its UK premiere at the National Theatre next year. The musical features a score by Sondheim, a book by David Ives, and direction by Joe Mantello.
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming

The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! Find out how to purchase the vinyl, stream and download the album here.
Ashlyn Maddox, Brian Ray Norris & Andrew Poston Join BULL DURHAM, A NEW MUSICAL

New cast members have joined the cast of the upcoming production of Bull Durham, A New Musical at Theatre Raleigh. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theatre Raleigh Appoints Eric Woodall as New Artistic Director

Theatre Raleigh has announced the appointment of Eric Woodall as its new artistic director. A North Carolina native, Woodall brings a wealth of experience to the role, having established a remarkable career as a director, teacher, producer, Broadway casting director and television and stage actor.
Carmen Cusack, Nik Walker & John Behlmann to Lead BULL DURHAM, A NEW MUSICAL

Carmen Cusack and Nik Walker will star in the upcoming production of 'Bull Durham, A New Musical' at Theatre Raleigh. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?

This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
Theatre Raleigh Presents Award-Winning Comedy VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE

Theatre Raleigh has announced its upcoming presentation of 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike' from July 17-28, 2024, at the Theatre Raleigh Arts Center in North Raleigh.
Tickets Are On Sale For BULL DURHAM in Durham

Tickets are now on sale for 'Bull Durham, A New Musical,' an adaptation of the 1988 hit movie about the Durham Bulls minor league baseball team; the musical will be performed in Durham for the first time this fall. 
ILLINOISE, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, OH, MARY! Take Top Honors At LGBTQ Critics' Dorian Theater Awards

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics honored ILLINOISE, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, and OH, MARY! at the Dorian Theater Awards, celebrating the best of Broadway and Off-Broadway for 2023-24.
Kate Baldwin, Beth Leavel, and More Join FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall

The complete cast has now been announced for Transport Group's concert production of Follies. The sold-out event will play one night only—Thursday, June 20, at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall.
Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein to Star in Indie Film RISE AND SHINE

According to new reports, Tony Winners Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein will star alongside newcomer Ana Sharp in an independent film from Laura Somers called Rise and Shine. Based on a true story, the film follows Janice Steele and her daughter Terri who makes the transition from homeschool to public school. Janice, who was born with cerebral palsy and a developmental delay, inspires those around her in this new environment with her positivity.
Original Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Available Now on CD & Digital Platforms

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s new musical, on CD and digital platforms worldwide.
Save the Dates for the 2024 Artful Lobster and 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner

The Hermitage Artist Retreat (Sarasota County, Florida) announced that its annual Artful Lobster benefit will be held on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, from 11:30am to 2pm.
Rachel Bay Jones to Reprise YOUNG SHELDON Role in New Spin-Off

Tony Award winner Rachel Bay Jones will be reprising her role as Audrey McAllister in the upcoming Young Sheldon spin-off, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. Multiple reports indicate that both she and her co-star Will Sasso will return as the parents of Mandy, played by Emily Osment. Audrey McCallister is Mandy's intimidating mother who seems sweet but can become overbearing as she offers her opinions, especially when it comes to Mandy's life choices.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG And STEREOPHONIC Lead LGBTQ Critics' Dorian Theater Award Nominations

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics' 39 theater wing members named their favorites in New York theater for the second annual Dorian Theater Awards, this time toasting the best in Broadway and Off-Broadway for the 2023-2024 season.
Broadway Streaming Guide: May 2024 - Where to Watch BRIDGERTON & More

This May, Broadway fans can spring into action with new albums, concerts, and television shows to binge. From the new version of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa to the recording of Stephen Sondheim's final musical, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Rachel Bay Jones been in?

Rachel Bay Jones has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Rachel Bay Jones been in?

Rachel Bay Jones has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Rachel Bay Jones been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (The Lortels) for Dear Evan Hansen, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen.

What awards has Rachel Bay Jones won?

Rachel Bay Jones has won the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical award from The Lortels for her performance in Dear Evan Hansen. She also received the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for her role in Dear Evan Hansen.

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