Hugh Panaro

Birth Place: Pennsylvania, USA

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Hugh Panaro BIO

Hugh Panaro is perhaps best known for having played the coveted role of the Phantom in Broadway's The Phantom of the Opera over 2,000 times, including the 25th Anniversary production. In fact, Hugh is one of the few actors to be cast by Harold Prince as both The Phantom and Raoul in the show's Broadway production and is currently starring as the titular role in the immersive Off-Broadway production of Sweeney Todd.
Hugh made his Broadway debut in the original production of Les Misérables as Marius, the role he originated in the First National Company. He also created the roles of Buddy in the original Side Show (Sony cast recording); Julian Craster in Jule Styne's last musical, The Red Shoes; and the title role in the American premiere of Cameron Mackintosh's Martin Guerre. Hugh was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award for his performance in the title role of Elton John's Lestat, based on Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles.
He made his West End debut in the original London company of Harold Prince's Show Boat as Gaylord Ravenal, the role he previously played in the Broadway and Toronto productions.

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Hugh Panaro STAGE CREDITS

[Arlington, VA (Regional)]
Signature Theatre World Premiere, 2020
Auguste Rodin

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Transfer from London Production, 2016
Sweeney Todd [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Lestat

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Robert

Robert

[Regional (US)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Anthony Hope

[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1999
Martin Guerre

[West End]
London Production, 1998
Gaylord Ravenal

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Performer

Buddy Foster

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1997
Tom Martin

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Gaylord Ravenal [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Julian Craster

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 1988
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1988
The Phantom [Replacement]

The Phantom [Replacement]

Raoul [Replacement]

The Phantom [Replacement]

The Phantom [Replacement]

The Phantom [Replacement]

The Phantom [Replacement]

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1987
Marius

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Marius [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Actors' Playhouse Production, 1985
Ensemble


Hugh Panaro Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Hugh Panaro, Lestat

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Photos: See highlights of Hugh Panaro's MAN WITHOUT A MASK at 54 Below

Hugh Panaro brought MAN WITHOUT A MASK to 54 Below. Check out photos from the evening!

DRACULA: A Comedy Of Terrors Joins The Legacy Theatre Mainstage Season

Branford's Legacy Theatre will present DRACULA: A Comedy of Terrors, by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Hugh Panaro Returns to 54 Below Tonight for Album Release; MAN WITHOUT A MASK

Broadway leading man and BroadwayWorld favorite Hugh Panaro will hit the 54 Below stage tonight, March 6, at 7pm to celebrate his release of his first ever live CD, Hugh Panaro: Man Without A Mask.

Hugh Panaro and More Set For the Wick Theatre's 10th Anniversary Gala

The Wick Theatre is hosting a fundraiser gala on Saturday, March 30, 2024, to celebrate ten years of bringing the best in musical theatre and cabaret to South Florida. Learn more about the event and find out how to get tickets here!

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces 2024 Blossom Music Festival Lineup Featuring Leslie Odom, Jr. and More

Learn more about the lineup of classical favorites and star-studded pops concerts for the 2024 Blossom Music Festival by The Cleveland Orchestra here!

Hugh Panaro Returns to 54 Below to Celebrate the Release of His New Album

54 Below will welcome back Broadway leading man Hugh Panaro on March 6 at 7pm. Hugh Panaro: Man Without A Mask will celebrate the recent release of Hugh's first-ever CD.

Single Tickets For Legacy Theatre's 2024 Season, Featuring THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY & More, On Sale Now

Single tickets for Legacy Theatre’s 2024 season now available for purchase.

Adam Pascal, Patti Murin, Colin Donnell & More Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! The 2023 Cabaret Awards honor excellence in NYC's Cabaret Community for events which took place between October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023. 

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 3, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 3, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

BWW Exclusive: Broadway's Hugh Panaro Gets an Unexpected Surprise for the New Year (A True Story)

Happy New Year from everyone at BroadwayWorld. Well, here’s a story you won’t find anywhere else after we spoke with Broadway favorite, Hugh Panaro, over the holiday weekend when we heard about the unexpected surprise event that occurred, as we were all ringing in the new year.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Connecticut Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Connecticut Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Current Live Standings

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Alice Ripley and John McDaniel to Perform One-Night-Only Concert at The Encore Musical Theatre Company

The Encore Musical Theatre Company will present an extraordinary musical event featuring the iconic talents of Tony Award-winner Alice Ripley and Grammy and Emmy Award-winner John McDaniel.

BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, & More Lead!

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards Voting Update

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: The Gasp Collection

After four years at Broadway World Cabaret, quite a collection of photos has been amassed. These are the gasp-worthy pics.

Hugh Panaro FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Hugh Panaro been in?

Hugh Panaro has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Hugh Panaro been in?

Hugh Panaro has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Hugh Panaro's first West End show?

Hugh Panaro's first West End show was Show Boat which opened in 1998

What awards has Hugh Panaro been nominated for?

Hugh Panaro has been nominated for Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in Lestat.

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