CAST
HILLARY HAWKINS (Jade)
Hillary's career began in the musical "Betsey Brown" at Crossroads Theater as a child actor. She fell in love with the stage. She recently performed Off-Broadway in "FUTUROLOGY THE MUSICAL" (Darima) and in 2 National Tours: "SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL" (Sour Kangaroo) and "IF YOU GIVE A MOUSE A COOKIE & OTHER STORY BOOKS" (Grace/Norman/Borreguita). Hillary performed at the Growing Stage Theatre in "PETITE ROUGE A CAJUN RED RIDING HOOD" (Petite Rouge) and "A MIDNIGHT CRY" (Lida) and for various schools and theaters in TheatreworksUSA's "AFRICAN FOLK TALES" (Anansi/Possum).
Best known as Robyn, Host of Nick Jr., Hillary introduced shows such as "DORA THE EXPLORER", "LITTLE BILL" and "BOB THE BUILDER" on Nickelodeon daily. Other TV credits include: "NEW YORK UNDERCOVER" (Keisha), "ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK" (Kate) and "GULLAH GULLAH ISLAND" (singing voice of Vanessa). For more on Hillary, please visit: www.hillaryhawkins.com
Best known as Robyn, Host of Nick Jr., Hillary introduced shows such as "DORA THE EXPLORER", "LITTLE BILL" and "BOB THE BUILDER" on Nickelodeon daily. Other TV credits include: "NEW YORK UNDERCOVER" (Keisha), "ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK" (Kate) and "GULLAH GULLAH ISLAND" (singing voice of Vanessa). For more on Hillary, please visit: www.hillaryhawkins.com
Nicole Renee (Contessa)
Nicole Renee, winner of the 2013 UNFringed Festival Best Actress Honorable Mention Award (for her performance in JADED THE MUSICAL), resides in the capital city of Harrisburg, PA. Nicole was determined at an early age to become an actress after watching Cicely Tyson onscreen. “Her portrayal as Miss Jane Pittman left an indelible mark on my psyche – even as a young child,” Nicole says. In college, Nicole’s study of theatre arts, acting, and communications would see her through two international tours, where her years of studies served her well.
With a voice to shake the rafters, Nicole would go on to appear in some of the most demanding stage roles today: ANYTHING GOES (Bonnie); BIG RIVER (Betsy); DREAMGIRLS (Lorelle); GODSPELL (Sparkle); NUNSENSE (Sister Hubert); ONCE ON THIS ISLAND (in two separate productions as TiMoune, and Momma Euralie); SHOWBOAT (Queenie); and many more. Nicole has also been seen on TV in the CBS drama HACK (starring Andre Braugher and David Morse), and NBC’s hit series LAW & ORDER. Nicole Renee holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts. Her goal is to open a drama school for special needs children.
With a voice to shake the rafters, Nicole would go on to appear in some of the most demanding stage roles today: ANYTHING GOES (Bonnie); BIG RIVER (Betsy); DREAMGIRLS (Lorelle); GODSPELL (Sparkle); NUNSENSE (Sister Hubert); ONCE ON THIS ISLAND (in two separate productions as TiMoune, and Momma Euralie); SHOWBOAT (Queenie); and many more. Nicole has also been seen on TV in the CBS drama HACK (starring Andre Braugher and David Morse), and NBC’s hit series LAW & ORDER. Nicole Renee holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts. Her goal is to open a drama school for special needs children.
Debra Pitkin (Therapist)
Debra Pitkin is thrilled to originate new work and be a part of JADED! Debra has worked nationally and internationally on Stage, Film, Television and Commercials; most recently: The Neighborhood Playhouse as Beatrice Levine in SPLIT ENDS, THE MUSICAL.
Favourite musical roles include: Ellen in MISS SAIGON; Sonia in GODSPELL; and I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE.
Debra is currently in pre-production for feature film, PENTIMENTO and is spokeswoman for Cablevision.
Creative
HILLARY HAWKINS - (Playwright / Lyricist / Composer)
You may know Hillary as an actor, but when no one is looking, she writes....
Hillary is a Denis Johnston Playwriting Award recipient and holds a Dual BA in Spanish & Creative Writing from Smith College, achieved in just three years on the Dean's List. Hillary's one act play "SHERRI" which was developed in the Women's Work Project last summer was produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in the Women's Work Festival. "JADED THE MUSICAL" is Hillary's first full-length play and it's a 2013 UNFringed Festival Selection, 2013 Downtown Urban Theatre Festival Finalist; 2012 DC Black Theatre Festival Selection and 2012 Scratch Night at Theatre for The New City Selection.
Beyond the arts, Hillary has worked in state government as a Bilingual Family Service Specialist for the Division of Youth and Family Services and in the non-profit sector as a Bilingual Interviewer for Safe Horizon. She has also served as Bilingual Community Manager for the Arthritis Foundation and Bilingual Counselor/Advocate for STEPS to End Family Violence. Hillary holds certificates in Child Sexual Abuse, Teen Relationship Abuse, Domestic Violence and the Criminal Justice System, just to name a few. She completed graduate coursework in Diplomacy & International Relations and Psychology at Seton Hall University.
Hillary's goal is to create thought-provoking works which will not only entertain but increase awareness of global issues affecting women and youth. "JADED THE MUSICAL" is for the communities with whom she has worked, the survivors...
Hillary is a Denis Johnston Playwriting Award recipient and holds a Dual BA in Spanish & Creative Writing from Smith College, achieved in just three years on the Dean's List. Hillary's one act play "SHERRI" which was developed in the Women's Work Project last summer was produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company in the Women's Work Festival. "JADED THE MUSICAL" is Hillary's first full-length play and it's a 2013 UNFringed Festival Selection, 2013 Downtown Urban Theatre Festival Finalist; 2012 DC Black Theatre Festival Selection and 2012 Scratch Night at Theatre for The New City Selection.
Beyond the arts, Hillary has worked in state government as a Bilingual Family Service Specialist for the Division of Youth and Family Services and in the non-profit sector as a Bilingual Interviewer for Safe Horizon. She has also served as Bilingual Community Manager for the Arthritis Foundation and Bilingual Counselor/Advocate for STEPS to End Family Violence. Hillary holds certificates in Child Sexual Abuse, Teen Relationship Abuse, Domestic Violence and the Criminal Justice System, just to name a few. She completed graduate coursework in Diplomacy & International Relations and Psychology at Seton Hall University.
Hillary's goal is to create thought-provoking works which will not only entertain but increase awareness of global issues affecting women and youth. "JADED THE MUSICAL" is for the communities with whom she has worked, the survivors...
NUBIA QUELE SANTOS (Choreographer)
Nubia Quele Santos is a dancer/ choreographer, actress and philanthropist born in Minas Gerias, Brazil and raised in Sydney, Australia. She has a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Technology, Sydney and completed an acting conservatory program in New York.
Nubia has taught and choreographed in Australia and the USA. She has choreographed for the successful Off Broadway NYMF Show ‘Rio The Musical’ as well as choreography for the prestigious Estee Lauder brand ‘Mac Cosmetics’.
She is also a well rounded performer with over 15 years experience in traditional dance styles and world dance styles including Bollywood, Brazilian Samba and Afro-Brazilian. Her accomplishments include being a member of ‘Le Ballet Rock Tour’ and performing in some of Australia’s main entertainment venues. She is the Director and choreographer of NY Brazilian Dance Company Casa Brazilia. She was also Top 40 on So You Think You Can Dance (Australia).
Nubia has taught and choreographed in Australia and the USA. She has choreographed for the successful Off Broadway NYMF Show ‘Rio The Musical’ as well as choreography for the prestigious Estee Lauder brand ‘Mac Cosmetics’.
She is also a well rounded performer with over 15 years experience in traditional dance styles and world dance styles including Bollywood, Brazilian Samba and Afro-Brazilian. Her accomplishments include being a member of ‘Le Ballet Rock Tour’ and performing in some of Australia’s main entertainment venues. She is the Director and choreographer of NY Brazilian Dance Company Casa Brazilia. She was also Top 40 on So You Think You Can Dance (Australia).