We hope you enjoyed Nate Jacobs’ visit with Tarra Conner jones. Click below to watch clips of Tarra from some of her most memorable WBTT performances! Closed captions are available.
Tarra Conner jones is best known for her powerhouse voice and captivating presence. Her most notable works include Chicago: The Musical (Matron Morton), Ain’t Misbehavin' (Nell), Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (Ma Rainey), The Color Purple (Sofia/Church Lady Darlene), Hairspray (Motormouth Maybelle), Buddy Holly (Apollo Performer), Shrek: The Musical (Dragon, Mama Ogre/Bear), and Here Is Love (an original work showcased in WBTT’s Young Artist Program). Tarra performed in WBTT’s A Motown Christmas at the Sarasota Opera House in 2019 and played the Archangel Gabriel in WBTT’s Black Nativity at the Opera House in 2018, and in previous productions of the show. She dedicates every performance to the memory of her mother, Ms. Chonita G. Conner, who cheers for her girl from the wings of heaven. Follow Tarra on facebook.com/tarra.c.jones, Instagram: tarraconnerjones, tarraconnerjones.com
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