Waylon Jacobs

Waylon Jacobs is a London-based actor, singer, and dancer known for his extensive work in musical theatre on the West End and in international productions. After receiving the BBC Performing Arts Bursary and the Gillian Lynne Award during his training at the Arts Educational Schools London, Waylon Jacobs made his West End debut in 2002 in the Original London Production of We Will Rock You, where he covered the roles of Brit and Rebel Leader. This significant milestone followed formative experiences including a soloist and tapper role in Riverdance at the Gaiety Theatre, Dublin, and portraying Tommy Jones in Dick Whittington at the Chelmsford Civic Theatre, establishing a strong foundation for his prolific career in musical theatre. Jacobs continued to build an impressive resume in major West End productions.

In 2021, he joined the West End production of Hamilton, performing as Lafayette/Jefferson and covering the pivotal roles of Burr and King George III. His esteemed vocal talent was also highlighted as a soloist at Sondheim at 80, part of the BBC Prom at the Royal Albert Hall, celebrating a musical theatre legend with a special performance. Building on this success, Waylon Jacobs joined the cast of Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre in 2024, performing as a Worker and covering both Hermes and Hades, further solidifying his position as a sought-after and versatile performer. Looking ahead to 2025, Jacobs is slated to appear as Vince Fontaine in Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical at Battersea Park.

This upcoming role expands his diverse performance portfolio into innovative theatrical experiences, marking another significant milestone in his extensive and distinguished career in musical theatre.