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Jazmin Wilkins
One song
One character
One story at a time
PRESS
reviews
"The Nina...was played with great heart, emotion and enthusiasm by sophomore Jazmin Wilkins...The audience falls in love with Nina right off the bat, largely due to Wilkins’ performance."- Smile Politely
AIRNESS
"Wilkins’ portrayal of Nina ran the gamut of nearly every emotion, and she explored all with great depth on stage."- Smile Politely
"In one of the biggest highlights of the show... We learn that the sweet queer neighbor has feelings for Lizzie and expresses them with a gentle rock ballad that Wilkins mesmerized the audience with."- Smile Politely
LIZZIE THE MUSICAL
"As a viewer, you can’t seem to decide which actor’s voice to be more in awe of during these numbers. Each voice not only lends to the story, but also perfectly harmonizes to give the richly costumed characters’ vocal strength during the darker twists of the plot. "- Smile Politely
"Wilkins approached the role not just as a truth-teller, but as a force of moral architecture — a woman scaffolding a kingdom’s reconstruction through sheer force of presence."- Smile Politely
THE WINTERS TALE
"But it was Jazmin Wilkins’ Paulina who carried the conscience of the play."- Smile Politely
awards
ROBIN'S HOOD AWARD
Awarded to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in the art and practice of stage combat. This award encourages the recipient to pursue ongoing training, and supports a continued commitment to the craft.
Illinois Theatre Commencement May 2026
SAMUEL L. STICKLER FACULTY PLAYERS AWARD
In recognition of outstanding merit and excellence as a student and practitioner of theatre.
Illinois Theatre Commencement May 2026
DEPARTMENTAL DISTINCTION
In recognition of outstanding merit and excellence as a student and practitioner of theatre.
Illinois Theatre Commencement May 2026
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