Jacqueline B. Arnold

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Jacqueline B. Arnold is a distinguished Broadway performer renowned for her powerful stage presence and exceptional vocal prowess. She originated the role of La Chocolat in the Tony Award-winning "Moulin Rouge! The Musical," captivating audiences with her dynamic portrayal. Arnold's impressive Broadway credits include starring as a Diva in "Priscilla Queen of the Desert," and Lorraine in "Hairspray," where she also understudied the role of Motormouth Maybelle. She has toured nationally as Killer Queen in "We Will Rock You" and as Joanne in "Rent." Beyond the stage, Arnold has showcased her versatility as a vocalist for RuPaul's Drag Race Season 7 Finale and as a Harlette for Bette Midler. In 2023, she launched The Kitchen Chemist, a business specializing in cannabis-infused topicals. Currently, Arnold is set to portray producer Anita in the highly anticipated Broadway adaptation of "Smash," opening at the Imperial Theatre on April 10, 2025. ​

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