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Review of SATE's 6th Aphra Behn Festival

Bob Wilcox from Two on the Aisle reviews Slightly Askew Theatre Ensemble's productions of three new works. Jess performed the role of The Bartender in Hazel McIntire's "Go Before I Do."

Review of Winter Opera's production of Madama Butterfly

by Steve Callahan for Broadway World St. Louis

"Jess McCawley plays Pinkerton's new American wife, Kate. This is a role with only six very-brief lines to sing (which Miss McCawley does quite ably). But it has important other requirements: humility in privilege, poise, and the carriage to appear striking in a fashionable Edwardian traveling dress. In these she excels. "

Interview for Alton Little Theater's Production of Terms of Endearment

Jess interviewed with the Alton Telegraph about her role as Emma.

“Jess is one of the best young actresses ALT has ever had,” Cox said. “She is disciplined and has range and maturity beyond her years, and she is turning out a memorable performance.”

Central Region NATS - 1st Place in Adult Musical Theatre Treble Division (2020)

Jess was announced as a 1st place winner of the Central Region NATS Online Student Auditions! A list of winners and runners-up for all categories can be found here.

Her winning piece can be found here

Coverage of Alton Little Theater's Production of Brigadoon

The Alton Telegraph interviewed Kevin Frakes (Director) and Lee Cox (Production and President of ALT).

“When Jess McCawley sings, it literally brings tears to our eyes..." - Lee Cox

Interview for Alton Little Theater's Production of Camelot

Jess interviewed with the Alton Telegraph about her role as Guinevere.