Jennafer Newberry (she/her)

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Jennafer Newberry is an American actor and singer most known for her work as Glinda in the National Tour of Wicked. She recently stepped into the bubble full-time after having been with the tour in the ensemble/Glinda understudy. She is also know for her role as Gretchen in Disney's Freaky Friday (Multi-City Tour) and Nemo in Finding Nemo the Musical (Walt Disney World).

Other notable credits include Shelley in Bat Boy, Clara in The Light in the Piazza, Rosa Bud in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, and Martha Jefferson in the Orlando Premiere of the all female 1776. She also frequently sings in concerts at 54 Below and voices new work in readings and developmental labs.

Originally from Houston, Jennafer received her B.F.A. from N.Y.U. When she is not touring the country she resides on the UWS with her husband Zach and their French Bulldog, @shilohthefrenchie.

Aug. 28, 2020

Backstage With Becca B. Ep. 18 with Jennafer Newberry

On this episode I talked with Jennafer about theatre in Houston, Texas, her move to New York, her audition experience for Wicked, why WICKED The Musical is still relevant 13 years later, her first time in Glinda's bubble, and...

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