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Tarra is best known for her stage work in professional theatres. Some of her most notable works include: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (Ma Rainey), The Color Purple (Sofia), The Wiz (Evilene), Dreamgirls (Effie), Shrek the Musical (Dragon, Mama Ogre/Bear), Chicago (Matron Morton), and Ain’t Misbehavin (Nell). She also lived and performed for 6 months in Shanghai, China. While there, she was a contracted singer performing classic jazz and R&B. Tarra wrote and performed, “Here Is Love”, a cabaret about love. Her performance was exceptionally reviewed by Broadway World.

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Tarra Conner Jones STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage and Vineyard Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Nell Gibbs


Tarra Conner Jones Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical

Tarra Conner Jones, White Girl in Danger

Drama League Awards - 2023 - Distinguished Performance Award

Tarra Conner Jones, White Girl in Danger

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Photos: First Look at A STRANGE LOOP at American Conservatory Theater


All new photos have been released from Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award–winning acclaimed musical, A Strange Loop, making its West Coast premiere at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theater (415 Geary St., San Francisco) now through Sunday, May 12, 2024.

WBTT Will Host Second 2023-2024 Young Artist Program Showcase


 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is presenting the eleventh year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows.

A.C.T. and TodayTix to Launch Digital Lottery for A STRANGE LOOP


American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) and TodayTix revealed that a limited number of $45 front row tickets will be available via a weekly digital lottery for all performances of A Strange Loop.

Listen: WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording Out Now


YELLOW SOUND LABEL has released White Girl in Danger: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording – the new musical from Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson. Listen here!

Exclusive: Listen to 'Why I Kill' From Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER


The original cast album for Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger will be released this Friday, March 29. We have your exclusive first listen of the song 'Why I Kill', performed by Tarra Conner Jones. Listen to the song here!

John-Andrew Morrison, Malachi McCaskill & More to Star in A STRANGE LOOP West Coast Premiere


The cast and creative team has been set for the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award–winning acclaimed musical, A Strange Loop, making its West Coast premiere. Learn where and when you can see the show!

Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Will Receive Cast Recording


An original cast album will be released for Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger this month. The album will be released in streaming and digital formats from Yellow Sound Label on Friday, March 29.

54 Below to Celebrate Black History Month With David Jackson & David White, Gospel Brunch, André De Shields, & More


Celebrate Black History Month at 54 Below with performances by David Jackson & David White, Gospel Brunch, André De Shields, and more!

National Black Theatre And Chelsea Factory Announce The Debut & Cast Of PACKAGES O' THE THINGS WE DELIVER


The National Black Theatre, in partnership with Chelsea Factory, has announced the public presentation of the latest body of work commissioned as part of its I Am Soul Playwright Residency, Packages O’ The Things We Deliver by playwright Oya Mae Dxtchxss-Davis (Skin, Wade in the Water (The Great Divide), Grandmother’s Gift (C.A.P.)) and director Daniel Boisrond (ShopTalk (ArtYard), Roots (Dixon Place & La MAMA),  that will take place at the Chelsea Factory from March 27th - 31st for a limited engagement of six performances.

54 Below to Celebrate Valentine's Day With Countess Luann, Alton Fitzgerald White & More


Celebrate Valentine's Day at 54 Below with Countess Luann, Alton Fitzgerald White, A Broadway Valentine's Day, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets!

Jessica Vosk, Telly Leung, and More Set For NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS Benefit Concert Tonight at Joe's Pub


Arts Ignite's annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, will return tonight! The concert will take place Monday, December 11 at 7:00 PM at Joe’s Pub at The Public in New York City.  Get your tickets now!

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Fall Gala 'Groovin' on the Soul Train 2' Raises Over $450,000


 For Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s 24th anniversary fall gala, “Groovin’ on the Soul Train 2,” the arts organization celebrated the music from the #1 television platform for R&B and soul music.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Hosts 24th Anniversary Fall Gala in November


For Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s 24th anniversary fall gala, “Groovin’ on the Soul Train 2,” the arts organization will celebrate the music from the #1 television platform for R&B and soul music. Learn more about the event and find out how to attend here!

Photos: August 29th THE LINEUP WITH SUSIE MOSHER at Birdland Theater


The seasons are about to change but one thing never changes: the quality of THE LINEUP.

Isaac Mizrahi, Jason Danieley, Adam Pascal, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month


Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve and expand the art of the cabaret, honor the music of Broadway, and provide an unparalleled experience to diverse communities.

Theatre By The Sea to Host 90th Anniversary BIG BARN BASH


In celebration of 90 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney have announced a Big Barn Bash featuring TBTS alumni, which will take place at the historic barn theatre on Monday, August 21, 2023.

EMANCIPATION: A JUNETEETH CELEBRATION, Shaun Cassidy, 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.

See HANDS ON A HARDBODY Reunion Concert, Jenn Colella, Shaun Cassidy & More at 54 Below in June


This month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

SOME LIKE IT HOT, PARADE, and More Take Home 2023 Drama Desk Awards; Full List of Winners!


Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.

Photos: Stars From SHUCKED, SWEENEY TODD, PARADE And More Hit The Red Carpet At The 2023 Drama League Awards


The 2023 Drama League Awards welcomes stars of the Broadway season and beyond, including Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, Ben Platt, Phillipa Soo, NaTasha Yvette Williams and more! See photos from the event!

Tarra Conner Jones FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Tarra Conner Jones next theatre project?

Tarra Conner Jones's next show will be White Girl in Danger which opens on 4/10/2023 on Off-Broadway.

What awards has Tarra Conner Jones been nominated for?

Tarra Conner Jones has been nominated for Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "White Girl in Danger" and for the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for the same production.

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