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Jessica Sheridan was born in Newport Beach, California and soon after moved to San Diego where she spent her childhood. She saw her first musical (Peter Pan) when she was 1-1/2 years old and absolutely fell in love with musical theatre, quickly becoming a "musical comedy kid." She showed her promise by singing full songs, on-key, before she could talk well and trying to dance like the people on TV soon after she learned to walk.


Jessica began formal dancing lessons at age four. One hour every Saturday morning soon grew as she added individual classes in ballet, tap, jazz, and gymnastics. She studied at the Janie Cushing Dance Studio in San Diego, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, numerous workshop classes, and at many dance conventions.

At age nine Jessica added theatre to her repertoire by joining San Diego's acclaimed Junior Theatre (SDJT), the training ground of such artists as Raquel Welch, Dennis Hopper, Victor Buono, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Casey Nicholaw, Don McManus, and Christian Hoff. Jessica received a thorough education in all aspects of theatre during her nine years with SDJT. As a performer, she had ample opportunities to learn her craft. In Jessica's first SDJT show she played a Munchkin, Jitterbug, and Ozian in The Wizard of Oz. She continued in many other roles—working her way up from the chorus to leads over the years—ending as Rizzo in Grease. In addition, due to Junior Theatre policy, she learned—through doing—all the myriad tasks it takes to get a show up and running from painting the sets; publicity; selling tickets; to operating the light and sound boards; ensuring scenery and props are where they belong; costumes, hair, and makeup are right; and how to call a show.

Upon high school graduation, Jessica received a full scholarship to United States International University's (USIU's) Musical Theatre program. She also began performing professionally at such theatres as Theatre East, San Diego's Starlight Opera, and the Lawrence Welk Village Theatre where she ultimately earned her Actor's Equity card. Eventually her professional work interfered with her education. She opted to continue professionally and soon thereafter moved to New York.

Jessica has been fortunate enough to earn her living as an actress almost exclusively. She is a character woman and jokes that she works so much because she can tap dance and sing a "high C" at the same time. Jessica has appeared on Broadway, at Radio City Music Hall, and has performed throughout the United States, much of Canada, across Europe, and several cities in Asia. She has been privileged to work with such notable artists as Jason Alexander, Roger Bart, Gary Beach, Matthew Broderick, Mel Brooks, Betty Buckley, Tony Danza, Fred Ebb, David Hasselhoff, Christian Hoff, Guy Hovis, Nathan Lane, Michele Lee, Rebecca Luker, Ralph Macchio, Barry Manilow, Andrea Martin, Andrea McCardle, Debra Messing, Bette Midler, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Melba Moore, Donna Murphy, Casey Nicholaw, Elaine Paige, Bernadette Peters, David Hyde Pierce, Lee Roy Reams, Lea Salonga, Martin Short, Lewis J. Stadlen, Susan Stroman, Clarke Thorell, Uma Thurman, Leslie Uggams, Ray Walston, Lawrence Welk, Patrick Wilson, and the incomparable Liza Minnelli.

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Jessica Sheridan STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Maud Dunlop

[US Tour]
Revival National Tour, 2018
Ernestina

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Ensemble

Mrs. Rose (Understudy)

Ernestina (Understudy)

Dolly Gallagher Levi (Understudy)

[US Tour]
US National Tour, 2012
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
Performer (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Ensemble [Replacement]

Miss Lark [Replacement]

Miss Smythe (Understudy) [Replacement]

Queen Victoria (Understudy) [Replacement]

Miss Andrew (Understudy) [Replacement]

Bird Woman (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Los Angeles]
World Premiere, 2006
Performer

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2002
Ensemble/Other Roles

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1989
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Female Ensemble [Replacement]

Madame Thénardier (Understudy) [Replacement]


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PARK AVE KITCHEN BY DAVID BURKE-The 2 Concept Restaurant Open in Midtown


Park Ave Kitchen by David Burke recently opened as a restaurant with two distinct personalities, which, gastronomically and visually,  showcases two very different concepts.

Watch: Sutton Foster Says Goodbye to THE MUSIC MAN With Video Featuring Backstage Moments


Watch The Music Man star Sutton Foster's emotional goodbye to the show, featuring backstage moments!

VIDEO: Nicole Kidman Bids $100k For Hugh Jackman's Hat at THE MUSIC MAN


Watch Nicole Kidman bid $100k for Hugh Jackman's hat at The Music Man. Proceeds from the auction go to Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS.

Video: Hugh Jackman Returns to THE MUSIC MAN Today


Watch a video of Hugh Jackman, as he returns to The Music Man at the Winter Garden Theatre!

THE MUSIC MAN Extends Broadway Run By Two Weeks


The Music Man has extended its Broadway run by popular demand.  Originally announced to close on January 1, the revival of Meredith Willson’s musical, starring two-time Tony Award®, Grammy Award®, and Emmy Award®-winning star Hugh Jackman as Professor Harold Hill and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Marian Paroo, will now play its positively final Broadway performance on Sunday, January 15, 2023.

Mark Linn-Baker to Join THE MUSIC MAN as Mayor Shinn Beginning This Month


Tony Award nominee Mark Linn-Baker, will join the company of the revival of The Music Man on Broadway as Mayor Shinn, beginning October 25. As previously announced, Tony Award Winner Jefferson Mays will depart the production on October 23, 2022.

THE MUSIC MAN Cast Recording to be Released This Friday


The official cast recording of the Broadway revival of Meredith Willson’s The Music Man, starring two-time Tony Award, Grammy Award, and Emmy Award-winning star Hugh Jackman as Professor Harold Hill and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Marian Paroo, will be released this Friday, September 23 at 10 AM ET.

THE MUSIC MAN to Close on Broadway This Winter


The Music Man will end its Broadway run on January 1, 2023. The revival of Meredith Willson’s musical, starring two-time Tony Award®, Grammy Award®, and Emmy Award®-winning star Hugh Jackman as Professor Harold Hill and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Marian Paroo, will have played 358 regular and 46 preview performances by the time it takes its final bow.

Mets Manager Buck Showalter is 'Mesmerized' By Broadway's THE MUSIC MAN


New York Mets manager Buck Showalter expressed fascination with Broadway during a recent press conference after seeing The Music Man.

Photos: THE MUSIC MAN to Release New Broadway Cast Recording - Get a First Look at the Recording Session


Accidental Jacket Entertainment will release the official cast recording of the Broadway revival of Meredith Willson’s The Music Man, starring two-time Tony Award, Grammy Award, and Emmy Award-winning star Hugh Jackman as Professor Harold Hill and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Marian Paroo. See photos of the recording session here!

VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks MUSIC MAN Pre-Show Ritual With Hugh Jackman on LIVE


Watch Sutton Foster on LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan discussing her current Broadway run in The Music Man. She discussed her pre-show ritual with Hugh Jackman, which they call 'carpet chats,' in which they sit down and talk before every performance. Foster also touched on her love of crafting and why she considers herself to be a 'pro-crocheter.'

THE MUSIC MAN Releases New Block Of Tickets Through November 27


The producers of The Music Man announced a new block of tickets on sale for the show into the Fall - find out how to get them here!

THE MUSIC MAN Announces Special Performance to Benefit Entertainment Community Fund


Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund) announced that the celebrated Broadway revival of Meredith Willson’s The Music Man is adding a Special Performance on the evening of Sunday, August 28 at 8 pm ET to benefit the Fund at the Winter Garden Theatre.

Rialto Chatter: Hugh Jackman Responds To Rumor Justin Timberlake Will Take Over As THE MUSIC MAN


Read what Hugh Jackman had to say about Justin Timberlake in The Music Man on Broadway. Page Six reported earlier today that Justin Timberlake is in talks to replace Hugh Jackman as Harold Hill in The Music Man on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre when he departs the production.

THE MUSIC MAN Announces Standing Room Policy With $76 Tickets


The Music Man on Broadway has announced that a limited number of standing room tickets will be available for every performance beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, May 17. A limited number of tickets will be available for same-day purchase beginning 2 hours before performances for $76 each.

VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks MUSIC MAN & Returning to ANYTHING GOES on TODAY


Sutton Foster appeared on the TODAY Show this morning to discuss starring on Broadway alongside Hugh Jackman in The Music Man. In the new interview, Foster also discusses returning to the role of 'Reno Sweeney' in Anything Goes, her crocheting skills, and more. Watch the full segment now!

VIDEO: Go Inside Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN on Broadway


Last night, the hugely anticipated revival of Meredith Willson's The Music Man, starring two-time Tony Award, Grammy Award, and Emmy Award-winning star Hugh Jackman as Professor Harold Hill and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Marian Paroo opened triumphantly on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and we're taking you to the curtain call and after party below!

VIDEO: Watch Hugh Jackman Perform 'Ya Got Trouble' in THE MUSIC MAN


Last night, the Broadway revival of The Music Man opened at the Winter Garden Theatre, starring Tony-winners Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. Watch a clip of Hugh Jackman performing 'Ya Got Trouble.'

Photos: Hugh Jackman, Sutton Foster and the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN Celebrate Opening Night


Last night, the hugely anticipated revival of Meredith Willson's The Music Man, starring two-time Tony Award, Grammy Award, and Emmy Award-winning star Hugh Jackman as Professor Harold Hill and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Marian Paroo opened triumphantly on Broadway.

Photos: The Stars Arrive at Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN


The Broadway revival of The Music Man opened at the Winter Garden Theatre last night, February 10, starring Tony-winners Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. Check out photos from the red carpet here!

Jessica Sheridan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jessica Sheridan been in?

Jessica Sheridan has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Jessica Sheridan been in?

Jessica Sheridan has not appeared in the West End.

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