The Salisha Show-Where Broadway Meets Culture

#203 Jalynn Steele- Broadway’s First Full Time Black Tanya!


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Join Salisha on this lively and inspiring episode of The Salisha Show as we welcome Broadway star Jalynn Steele. Known for her electrifying performance as Tanya in “Mamma Mia!”, Jalynn shares her journey from small-town Texas to the national stage, the exhilaration of touring a beloved musical, and how she brings authenticity and joy to every role she plays.

We dive into:

  • Her early spark for performing and the path that led her to Broadway.
  • Behind-the-scenes stories from the “Mamma Mia!” tour — from iconic ABBA songs to the camaraderie of a traveling company.
  • The importance of friendship, support and staying true to yourself — both onstage and off.
  • What keeps her motivated, how she prepares for each show, and what her next chapter looks like.

Whether you’re a theatre fan, dream of stepping into the spotlight, or simply love hearing tales of perseverance and passion, this episode is for you. Tune in for laughter, insight and a heartfelt conversation with one of Broadway’s brightest voices.


@salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com; Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song. and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

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