"Tuptim... portrayed sympathetically and beautifully by Jacqueline Maraya (Griffin)...
it is hard to imagine the part played better." - Fine Arts Radio
it is hard to imagine the part played better." - Fine Arts Radio
"Tuptim" in The King & I
"Andrea" with Matthew Fox on ABC's LOST
Worship Leader
Broadway National Tour of RENT "Alexi" & "Mimi"
Preparing to go on as "Mimi", National Tour of RENT
Broadway National Tour of RENT
"Alexi Darling"
MUSIC OF THE NIGHT
by Andrew Lloyd Weber
MISS SAIGON Germany
by Cameron Mackintosh, Ltd.
Worship Leader
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Biography
Jackie Maraya Griffin is a Broadway veteran and has been blessed to work with renowned award winning artists in professional shows across the US, Europe and Canada such as the Cameron Mackintosh German production of Miss Saigon. Jackie was on the Broadway National Tour of RENT (Mimi, Alexi, Dance Captain) where she had the honor of being directed by Michael Greif and the original creative team. Other favorites include The King & I (Tuptim) at The Pacific Conservatory for the Performing Arts. She reprised the role of Tuptim at DCT in Connecticut opposite Manu Narayan (Bombay Dreams) & Josie De Guzman (Guys & Dolls). In San Francisco, Jackie played the role of Mei Lei in Flower Drum Song opposite Jennifer Ann Lee (A Chorus Line) at the Penninsula Civic Light Opera. She was a principal singer in the international tour of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s Music of the Night. Jackie was also blessed to perform in The Wiz at the La Jolla Playhouse, starring a stellar cast including Tony winner Nikki James (Book of Mormon), David Alan Grier (In Living Color), Tituss Burgess (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) and directed by Tony award winning director Des MacAnuff. Other show credits include Godspell, Once Upon A Mattress, Jekyll and Hyde, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Ragtime, and Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Outside the theater, Jackie was featured as Andrea on the ABC series Lost opposite Matthew Fox. She has headlined in concerts with world famous recording artists and movie stars from the Philippines such as Christopher De Leon, Ray Valera, Martin Nivera and Kuh Ledesma. Currently, she is a Christian worship leader and performs locally with her husband in their Hawaiian Band, Pu’uwai. Jackie was part of the recording cast of NHO Music's Steadfast Love with Dream Records. In 2012, she was the winner of Hawaii Stars, the islands' version of American Idol. Jackie has been a vocal teacher and coach for 20 years. She was the assistant director and vocal coach for the Show Choir Triton’s Triple Threat and The Honor’s Choir at the Preuss School, UCSD. She was also the music and performing arts director at St. Charles Borromeo Academy. Jackie has taught musical theater & audition technique workshops, master classes on vocal technique and private voice at performing arts studios throughout San Diego and Hawaii. She has produced numerous student showcases featuring her students' budding and flourishing talent. Jackie studied Musical Theater and Voice at SDSU & at AMTW in San Francisco. She is a proud member the National Association of Teachers of Singing and currently serves as a judge for Broadway San Diego's Ben Vereen Awards (Jimmy Awards & NHSMTA). Jackie’s biggest and all time favorite role is mother to her three beautiful children: Ka’eo Jr., Koa & Maraya. Her eldest son was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. Her journey as a wife, mom, and autism warrior has written a new song into her life’s dance. Teaching ExperienceMaraya Voice Studio
San Diego, California Private Voice Instruction since 1996 Singing Teacher/Vocal Coach/Executive Director Novice to Professional, All Ages Produce Bi-Annual Student Showcases & Workshops The Preuss School, UCSD San Diego, California Middle School-High School Singing Teacher/Vocal Coach/Assistant Director Preuss Honor’s Choir Preuss Show Choir - Triton’s Triple Threat New Hope Oahu YPAC (Youth Performing Arts Center) Honolulu, Hawaii Private Voice Instruction St. Charles Borromeo Academy San Diego, California Music, Dance and Drama Instruction Director of Christmas and Spring Music Programs Grades K – 8 Scripps Performing Arts Academy San Diego, California Musical Theater & Drama Classes Private Voice Lessons/Singing Teacher/Vocal Coach Scripps Dance Center San Diego, California Singing Teacher/Vocal Coach/Music Director Summer Performing Arts Camp Masterclass on Vocal Technique The Element Performing Arts Center San Diego, California Private Voice Lessons Central Park San Diego Arts Center San Diego, California Private Voice Lessons Master Class on Vocal Technique Musical Theater Audition Technique Workshop Allegra Performing Arts Center Kailua, O’ahu, Hawai’i Private Voice Lessons Masterclass on Vocal Technique Teaching Credentials- Member of The National Association of Teachers of Singing (N.A.T.S.)
- Apprenticeship Under Renowned Voice Teacher Edward Sayegh - Musical Theater & Voice Performance SDSU - Broadway San Diego High School Musical Theater Awards Judge (Jimmy Awards & NHSMTA) |
"Jackie and I taught together at one of the best schools in America and built one of the finest show choirs in California. Her work with our students was beyond remarkable; it was absolutely magical. Without reservation, I highly recommend her as a vocal Instructor. Those who are fortunate enough study with her reach higher levels performance ability. That is why she is not only my esteemed colleague, but also my amazing vocal coach."
- Darren Ray Thorn, Music & Choir Director - Preuss School UCSD
- Darren Ray Thorn, Music & Choir Director - Preuss School UCSD