Sister Circle Saturdays

Known as Jennifer Gelencia, this talented performer has graced the stage as an actress, dancer, vocalist and even played an integral role behind the scenes as a director. Born in Washington, DC and a graduate of the acclaimed Duke Ellington School of the Arts, this artist has been making her mark in the creative field for more than twenty-five years.

After graduating from Bowie State University with a degree in Musical Theater, she served as a peer educator who has written, directed, and performed in a multitude of projects that display the experience of inner-city youth.  In 1995 Jennifer recorded “Take a Load Off”, an anthem for The Women supporters of the Historic Million Man March. Just two years later she founded her own production company and began directing and performing works for her Washington, D.C. and Baltimore audience.

Jennifer is not only a gifted vocalist and accomplished performer, but…