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DMV native talks about playing Tina Turner on Broadway

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Music & MusiciansJanuary 24, 2025 1:42 pm

DMV native talks about playing Tina Turner on Broadway

Performer and Prince George’s County native Jayna Elise talks about the honor of playing Tina Turner on Broadway and how she prepares. “Eat, sleep, drink, everything Tina,” she told News4’s Jummy Olabanji.

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DMV native talks about playing Tina Turner on Broadway

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