Desi Oakley

Desi Oakley (born June 12, 1989) is an American singer, actress, and songwriter, known for her work in musical theater. She has performed in shows such as Waitress, Chicago and Wicked.[1]

Desi Oakley
Born (1989-06-12) June 12, 1989
NationalityAmerican
Alma materUniversity of Michigan (BFA)
OccupationActress, singer
Known forWaitress, Chicago, Wicked
Home townWichita, Kansas, U.S.
Websitewww.desioakley.com

Early life and education

Desiree "Desi" Oakley was born in Wichita, Kansas. She was exposed to professional theatre at Music Theatre Wichita and began performing at 8 years old. Some of her early shows included Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, Eponine in Les Miserables, Gabriella in High School Musical, and Ariel in The Little Mermaid [2].

Broadway career

Oakley made her Broadway debut in Wicked at Gershwin Theatre on January 3rd, 2012 as a Swing.[3]

Oakley is best known for her performance as the lead role of Jenna in Waitress, which she originated on the show's first National Tour. She also temporarily starred as Jenna in London's West End at the Adelphi Theatre in January 2020.[4]

References
  1. League, The Broadway. "Desi Oakley – Broadway Cast & Staff – IBDB".
  2. NY, A Class Act (December 12, 2017). "Desi Oakley – A Class Act NY".
  3. "Desi Oakley – Playbill".
  4. Gans, Andrew (January 13, 2020). "Producers Fly Desi Oakley to London to Fill in for Ill Waitress Stars".
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