Damonica Jenkins
Bio
Damonica Jenkins is a film, television, and stage actor, and also a singer. She has been an acting coach and Theatre Arts teacher for 10 years. She was born and raised in Grambling, Louisiana and currently lives and works in Houston TX.
Her alma mater is Grambling State University, where she obtained her B. A. Degree in Theatre Arts. Damonica has been acting professionally for more than 10 years now, and some of her theater credits include, The Shadow Box, The Wisdom of Eve, Color Struck, Meet Mama, and Desire Under The Elm. She originated the role of Lena Horne in the Regional premiere of Just Lena, and recently originated the role of Jojo McDuffie in the world premiere of Mary Jane Girls, a Rick James Musical. Her film credits include Black Cherie and 13 Minutes.
Damonica is also a Houston realtor, and in her spare time she enjoys reading, listening to music, krakow and dancing.
Damonica believes that theatre is the art of looking at ourselves in each and every character we play, and that there’s an element of truth regarding the human psyche that gains freedom from being onstage. She is looking forward to continued success in each and every Theatre endeavor.
