MANNY TIJERINA
Actor | Singer | Musician
Photo by Lance Payne | Jersey Boys
ABOUT MANNY!
Manny Tijerina (he/him) is a performer and instrumentalist born and raised in Houston, TX. He is 20 years old and a junior at the University of Oklahoma's Weitzenhoffer School of Musical Theatre, where he is pursuing his BFA in Musical Theatre. Embracing his rootlessness, Manny is based in Norman, OK, Las Vegas, NV, and good ol' Houston, TX!
Manny is deeply passionate about his craft, approaching every role with dedication and contagious enthusiasm. His natural talent and powerful presence create rich, dynamic characters that resonate with depth and intensity. His work reflects his soul—intentional, creative, and profoundly focused. As a fearless singer, actor, and dancer, Manny exudes star quality, blending passion, intelligence, and inspiration with every performance.
When not belting his face off, Manny enjoys watching artsy movies, collecting vinyl records and action figures, reading comic books, spending quality time with his friends, and FaceTiming his mom and sister.
UP NEXT:
CHIP TOLENTINO The University of Oklahoma April 4-13
CO-WRITER & MUSIC DIRECTOR OU Artists’ Gallery April 26
“The University of Oklahoma junior took on the lead role with remarkable aplomb, boasting a voice, look, and presence. ”
JERSEY BOYS… IN REVIEW!
“I have seldom seen a young actor assume such a large and complex role with such confidence [...] Peerless, clear, and spot-on.”
“I believe (Manny Tijerina) will be THE Frankie Valli that others will be compared against in time[...] BY FAR the best.”
“The young Manny Tijerina blows the roof off the Civic Center with every song [...] He feels born to play and sing this role.”
Jersey Boys - Frankie Valli | Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma | 2024
Newsies - Jack Kelly | CYT Houston | 2021
Rent - Gordon, (Roger U/S) | OU | 2024
Jesus Christ Superstar - Parable, (Peter U/S) | OU | 2023
Crazy For You - Mingo | OU | 2024
Jersey Boys - Frankie Valli | Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma | 2024
Assassins - Giuseppe Zangara | OU | 2023
West Side Story - Tony | National Youth Theatre | 2021
Jersey Boys - Frankie Valli | Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma | 2024
Jesus Christ Superstar - Parable, (Peter U/S) | OU | 2023
Crazy For You - Mingo | OU | 2024
Assassins - Giuseppe Zangara | OU | 2023
