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BIO

Recent credits include: title role of Hamlet (The Wilma Theater), Antony & Cleopatra, Romeo N Juliet, The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner (Atlantic Theater, NYC), Titania/Hippolyta in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Prudence in The Convert, Josephine in Ruined, A Doll’s House (Williamstown Theatre Festival), Eclipsed, Helen of Troy in Trojan Women (Classical Theatre of Harlem), In Darfur (The Public Theater/NYSF), Peter Sellars’ Children Of Herakles (European Tour). Film / TV credits: “Law & Order SVU,” “Outliving Emily” (with Andre Braugher and Phylicia Rashad), Along Came Love. Awards: Los Angeles Stage Alliance Ovation Award, Best Featured Actress (The Convert), San Francisco Bay Area Critics’ Circle, Outstanding Performance, Female Featured Role (Ruined) and Best Featured Actress, Philadelphia Critics Awards (The Convert).

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STAGE CREDITS

Boesman and Lena Boesman and Lena
[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Off-Broadway Revival, 2019
Performer
School Girls; or, the African Mean Girls Play School Girls; or, the African Mean Girls Play
[Off-Broadway]
MCC World Premiere Production, 2017
Eloise Amponsah
Venus Venus
[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Revival, 2017
Performer
Eclipsed Eclipsed
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Maima
Eclipsed Eclipsed
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theatre Original Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Maimi
The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner
[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Production, 2014
Mum
Trojan Women
[Off-Broadway]
2008
Helen
(The Blood) Electra
[Off-Broadway]
2007
Electra
King Lear
[Off-Broadway]
2006
Regan
River Deep
[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [off-Broadway], 2006
Ikette
River Deep
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2006
Ikette
Medea
[Off-Broadway]
2005
Death
Caligula
[Off-Broadway]
2005
Performer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Zainab Jah, Boesman and Lena

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Zainab Jah, Boesman and Lena


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Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Ensemble Award

Zainab JahSchool Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Zainab Jah, Eclipsed

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New York Women In Film & Television Presents 11 Film Festival Awards In 2024 Photo
New York Women In Film & Television Presents 11 Film Festival Awards In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024

New York Women in Film & Television will present 11 NYWIFT Festival Awards to emerging and established filmmakers across six New York-area festivals throughout 2024.
Photos: Todd Almond's I'M ALMOST THERE Opens at Audible Theater Photo
Photos: Todd Almond's I'M ALMOST THERE Opens at Audible Theater
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 29, 2024

The New York premiere of I’m Almost There, written and performed by Todd Almond and directed by David Cromer opened on Thursday, September 26th and Broadway World was there to capture the festivities. Check out photos here!
Every Broadway Person in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Photo
Every Broadway Person in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024

Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More Photo
Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024

Red Bull Theater has revealed its 2024-25 season with a lineup of productions, readings, and special events available both in-person and online.
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Katrina Lenk, Amber Gray, Aisha De Haas & More to Star in Second Annual FREEFEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024

The New Group has revealed the casts for its second annual FreeFest, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and events. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia Receives 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award Photo
The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia Receives 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024

The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor recognizes a regional theatre company that has displayed a continuous level of artistic achievement contributing to the growth of theatre nationally.
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina & K. Ann McDonald at Red Bulls Gala Benefit Photo
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina & K. Ann McDonald at Red Bulls Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

Alfred Molina will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and K. Ann McDonald will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
Red Bull Theater Continues Its 20th Anniversary Festival With The NY Premiere of GOD' Photo
Red Bull Theater Continues Its 20th Anniversary Festival With The NY Premiere of GOD'S SPIES
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024

Red Bull Theater has announced details for the next presentation of its 20th Anniversary Festival, the New York Premiere of God's Spies by Bill Cain, directed by Nathan Winkelstein.
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina And K. Ann McDonald at Gala Benefit Photo
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina And K. Ann McDonald at Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024

Alfred Molina and K. Ann McDonald will be honored at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Go Inside NYTW's 2024 Gala Honoring Liesl Tommy Photo
Photos: Go Inside NYTW's 2024 Gala Honoring Liesl Tommy
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 19, 2024

New York Theatre Workshop hosted its 2024 Gala, honoring theater and film visionary Liesl Tommy. The evening’s program was hosted by Nicole Ari Parker, directed by Kevin Cahoon, and feature musical direction by Rick Hip-Flores.
Red Bull Theater 20th Anniversary To Feature Audra McDonald, Patrick Page, Santino Fo Photo
Red Bull Theater 20th Anniversary To Feature Audra McDonald, Patrick Page, Santino Fontana, Reeve Carney, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2023

RED BULL THEATER has announced details of its plans for 2024, celebrating its 20th Anniversary. Highlights include the rolling world premiere of Medea: Re-Versed opening Off-Broadway; a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings with an all-star line-up (offered both in-person and online); and an all-new season of the popular Red Bull Theater Podcasts (formerly known as RemarkaBULL Podversations), intimate behind the scenes conversations with great artists.
Photos/Video: Inside the Staged Reading of AGAINST HIS WILL at City Center Stage II Photo
Photos/Video: Inside the Staged Reading of AGAINST HIS WILL at City Center Stage II
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2023

Actor and Producer Malik Yoba and Playwright David Heron are celebrating another successful staged reading production of Heron’s award winning courtroom drama Against His Will, presented at City Center Stage II on Monday, November 13. Check out photos and video clips from the event here!
Video: Watch Cynthia Erivo in the Trailer For Anthony Chen's Powerful Drama DRIFT Photo
Video: Watch Cynthia Erivo in the Trailer For Anthony Chen's Powerful Drama DRIFT
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2023

Tony, Emmy, and Grammy winner Cynthia Erivo stars in the trailer for Drift, Anthony Chen's powerful new drama. The film also stars Alia Shawkat, Ibrahima Ba, Honor Swinton Byrne, Zainab Jah, Suzy Bemba, and Vincent Vermignon. Erivo has also written and performed an original song for the film, 'It Would Be,' which can be heard in the video now!
Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Noah Centineo & More Arrive on the Red Carpet for JAJA's AF Photo
Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Noah Centineo & More Arrive on the Red Carpet for JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2023

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.
Photos: JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Celebrates Opening Night Photo
Photos: JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 5, 2023

It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!
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MEDEA: RE-VERSED World Premiere, THE COUNTRY WIFE & More Set for Red Bull Theater 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2023

RED BULL THEATER has unveiled its 2023-’24 season, including a world premiere opening Off-Broadway and much more. See full programing and learn how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Go Inside PLAYS FOR THE PLAGUE YEAR's Return Engagement at The Public Theater Photo
Photos: Go Inside PLAYS FOR THE PLAGUE YEAR's Return Engagement at The Public Theater
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 19, 2023

See photos from the return engagement of Suzan-Lori Parks' PLAYS FOR THE PLAGUE YEAR at The Public Theater.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of A BRIGHT NEW BOISE at Signature Theatre Photo
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of A BRIGHT NEW BOISE at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2023

Check out photos from opening night of A Bright New Boise at Signature Theatre!
Malik Yoba and David Heron Celebrate AGAINST HIS WILL Staged Reading at the Apollo Photo
Malik Yoba and David Heron Celebrate AGAINST HIS WILL Staged Reading at the Apollo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2022

Actor-Producer Malik Yoba and Playwright David Heron are celebrating the success of their recent staged reading production of Heron's award winning courtroom drama Against His Will, held at the world famous Apollo Soundstage in New York on Monday, November 7.
Exclusive: Watch Kelli O'Hara in THE ACCIDENTAL WOLF Season Three Clip Photo
Exclusive: Watch Kelli O'Hara in THE ACCIDENTAL WOLF Season Three Clip
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2022

The third and final season of Arian Moayed’s Emmy Award nominated series THE ACCIDENTAL WOLF, starring Tony Award Winning Kelli O’Hara, will launch this week on Topic. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive clip of Kelli O'Hara in the new season, which will also feature Judith Light, Joe Mantello, and more. Watch the new video clip now!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Zainab Jah been in?

Zainab Jah has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Zainab Jah been in?

Zainab Jah has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Zainab Jah been nominated for?

Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Boesman and Lena, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Boesman and Lena, Ensemble Award (Drama Desk Awards) for School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Eclipsed.

What awards has Zainab Jah won?

Zainab Jah won the Ensemble Award at the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play.

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