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9 Things I Know to Be True About 9 to 5 "#7: Jesse Johnson tattooed his way into the show:It turns out the Littleton native and 2004 graduate of the Denver School of the Arts has a tattoo of a mustache on his index finger. "So when he holds up his finger to his upper lip, he becomes an instant other character," Calhoun said. "When he did that at the (audition), he had the job instantly, quite frankly. He's a great singer, dancer, actor . . . and he can tumble. He's a quadruple threat. He's an original, and we are lucky to have him." |
Jesse as "Doody"...  on tour |
"The first part of ACT I is full of songs that will have audiences toe-tapping along to, like “Those Magic Changes” which is performed by Doody. It is with this number that we are given a true insight into the talented vocal ability of Jesse JP Johnson. He is a true entertainer, as he takes over the stage during this dream sequence – performing for all of his fans." |
"The T Birds were such an amiable bunch. And man…what voices! ...Jesse JP Johnson as Doody had a fantastic timbre and really embodied the style of the period."
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"As Doody, Jesse JP Johnson was so riveting in his Act I number that I paid special attention to him throughout the rest of the show."
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Glory Days set to open on Broadway May 6th, 2008
A New American Musical by twenty-three year old newcomers Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Directed by Eric Schaeffer. Starring Steven Booth, Andrew C. Call, Adam Halpin, and Jesse JP Johnson. CIRCLE IN THE SQUARE THEATRE |
Jesse JP Johnsons joins the New York cast of
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Cast
Named for Premiere of
Blaemire & Gardiner's Musical, ...The world premiere - a true "original" musical, not based on existing material - will feature Steven Booth, Andrew C. Call, Adam Halpin and Jesse "JP" Johnson.... |
REVIEWS "Particularly outstanding is Johnson in the lovely 'Open Road'"... "Jesse JP Johnson is Jack, the friend who finally feels free enough to come out to his friends, and he plays the part with sincerity and infinite warmth. Not once does he lapse into any stereotype, and his genuine concern for his friends, rather than a self-absorbed "don't hate me" take is refreshing..." |
"Jesse JP Johnson receives
loud laughs from the audience for his portrayal of Luke, the
bad boy who is in recovery. Johnson parlays his talents into
a rap song that is a solid hit. Adding a layer of being not too
bright only generates more laughter. With a combination of Marky
Mark and deer in the headlights, Johnson wins the audience approval
with his mirthful characterization."
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" Luke, potrayed by Jesse JP Johnson, was great at representing the "ghetto white boy" of the group that had joined after recovering from rehab. He added dumbness to his ghettoness that got great laughs throughout the show, for the most part. His stereotype did get old at points, but his energy, range, and acrobatics during the song, "Body, Mind & Soul" made him a standout."
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- 'Altar
Boyz' set on keeping the faith of boy bands
(by Wayne Harada, The Honolulu Advertiser) - Audio Interview with Shawn Parikh from Pegasus News
- The
'Altar' boy band is, like, so heavenly!
(by Meredith Goldstein, from boston.com) - Photos on Broadwayworld.com
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- Rock Odyssey - "Local cast says much for talent pool"
