Rachel Bay Jones
Also Credited As: Rachel Jones
Latest News on Rachel Bay Jones:
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming (Sep 6, 2024)
Ashlyn Maddox, Brian Ray Norris & Andrew Poston Join BULL DURHAM, A NEW MUSICAL (Aug 1, 2024)
Theatre Raleigh Appoints Eric Woodall as New Artistic Director (Jul 23, 2024)
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming (Sep 6, 2024)
Ashlyn Maddox, Brian Ray Norris & Andrew Poston Join BULL DURHAM, A NEW MUSICAL (Aug 1, 2024)
Theatre Raleigh Appoints Eric Woodall as New Artistic Director (Jul 23, 2024)
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".
Photos
Sue Wagner, Bobby Cannavale, John Johnson, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, Amber Gray, Jin Ha, Steven Pasquale, Rachel Bay Jones, Jeremy Shamos, Francois Battiste, Denis O'Hare, David Hyde Pierce, Tom Kirdahy and Rick Pappas
Date:
10/23/2023
From: Photos: Star-Studded Cast & Creatives Of HERE WE ARE Celebrate Opening Night at The Shed!
Sue Wagner, Bobby Cannavale, John Johnson, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, Amber Gray, Jin Ha, Steven Pasquale, Rachel Bay Jones, Jeremy Shamos, Francois Battiste, Denis O'Hare, David Hyde Pierce, Tom Kirdahy and Rick Pappas
Date:
10/23/2023
From: Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at The Shed
STAGE CREDITS
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Broadway Center Stage Production, 2020
Diana
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater World Premiere Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Laura Bush/Rosalynn Carter
[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
[ 2018 ] Beth Conyers
Critical Thinking
[ 2020 ] Principal Kestel
[ 2020 ] Principal Kestel
TV Shows
God Friended Me
Susan
Susan
The Good Doctor
Salen Morrison
Salen Morrison
United States of Al
Lois
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
Videos
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video For 'Exit Music'!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
Video: Final Stephen Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE to Release Cast Recording This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024
Video: How Micaela Diamond Feels Stephen Sondheim's Presence During HERE WE ARE
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2023
Video: HERE WE ARE, the Final Sondheim Musical, Celebrates Opening Night
by Opening Night - Oct 23, 2023
VIDEO: Check Out Extended Highlights Of Rachel Bay Jones, Brandon Victor Dixon & More In NEXT TO NORMAL
by Alan Henry - Feb 28, 2020
TV: Rachel Bay Jones, Brandon Victor Dixon & More Give Sneak Peek of Kennedy Center's NEXT TO NORMAL
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Rachel Bay Jones Sing in Rehearsals for Kennedy Center's NEXT TO NORMAL
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 16, 2020
TV: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Tributes the Birthday of Irving Berlin with 'God Bless America'
by Julie Musbach - May 11, 2018
SOCIAL: Goodbye, Goodbye - Stars Bid Ben Platt Happy Trails As He Exits DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Julie Musbach - Nov 19, 2017
AUDIO: Listen to the Never-Before-Heard Track 'In the Bedroom Down the Hall' from DEAR EVAN HANSEN, Out Today!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2017
VIDEO: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Trio Platt, Galvin & Trensch Return to the Disco Era in New 'Getaway' Video
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 16, 2017
News
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video For 'Exit Music'!
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically-acclaimed new musical, is now available to preorder and pre-save on digital platforms worldwide ahead of its release on Friday, May 17. Watch the music video for 'Exit Music' here!
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically-acclaimed new musical, is now available to preorder and pre-save on digital platforms worldwide ahead of its release on Friday, May 17. Watch the music video for 'Exit Music' here!
Photos: 2024 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Celebrates Deepa Purohit & Angelica Negron
The annual Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner on Sunday, April 14th honored playwright and theater maker Deepa Purohit. This was the central event of a three-day celebration, hosted by the Hermitage Artist Retreat (Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO) in partnership with the Greenfield Foundation. Check out photos here!
The annual Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner on Sunday, April 14th honored playwright and theater maker Deepa Purohit. This was the central event of a three-day celebration, hosted by the Hermitage Artist Retreat (Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO) in partnership with the Greenfield Foundation. Check out photos here!
Holliday, Lewis, Benko, Billings & More to Star in FOLLIES at Carnegie Hall
Follies, featuring an all-star cast of Tony Award winners and nominees, will be the tenth presentation in the Transport Group's Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series—for one night only—at Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Follies, featuring an all-star cast of Tony Award winners and nominees, will be the tenth presentation in the Transport Group's Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series—for one night only—at Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Merle Dandridge & Jenna Ushkowitz to Host Harvest Home L.A. Benefit on 4/21
Join Merle Dandridge (The Last of Us, Station 19) and Jenna Ushkowitz (Glee, Waitress) for Jenna, Merle, and Friends: A Night of Song a night of pop and Broadway performances.
Join Merle Dandridge (The Last of Us, Station 19) and Jenna Ushkowitz (Glee, Waitress) for Jenna, Merle, and Friends: A Night of Song a night of pop and Broadway performances.
Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Will Release Cast Recording Next Month
The original cast recording of Stephen Sondheim's final musical, Here We Are, will be released next month. The musical, also by David Ives, will release an album on CD and digital platforms worldwide on Friday, May 17. Preorder the album here!
The original cast recording of Stephen Sondheim's final musical, Here We Are, will be released next month. The musical, also by David Ives, will release an album on CD and digital platforms worldwide on Friday, May 17. Preorder the album here!
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?
Rachel Bay Jones has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for her role in Dear Evan Hansen. She received a nomination for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at The Lortels, also for Dear Evan Hansen. Additionally, she was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for her performance in Dear Evan Hansen. Furthermore, she earned a nomination for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her work in 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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