 Darren Criss - Oliver
Multi-hyphenate actor and musician, Darren Criss burst on to the scene as one of the most memorable TV characters of all time, Blaine Anderson in Fox’s hit show “Glee.” His portrayal of Andrew Cunanan in Ryan Murphy’s critically acclaimed limited series, “The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story,” earned him a Primetime Emmy, Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild, and Critics’ Choice Award. In addition to his work on television, Criss is a veteran of the stage whose Broadway credits include American Buffalo opposite Sam Rockwell and Laurence Fishburne (2022), Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2015), How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying (2012), and most recently the off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors (2024). He released a solo EP in 2021 titled Masquerade (BMG), and in the same year, released a full-length holiday album titled- aptly- A Very Darren Crissmas (Decca), for which he recently toured in North America. |
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 Dez Duron - Gil Brentley
Dez Duron is a singer/songwriter from Shreveport, LA. Before his famed debut on NBC’s “The Voice,” Dez grew up singing in the church where his parents pastored. Upon graduating high school, Dez left singing behind, albeit temporarily, to pursue his love of football after being recruited by Yale to play quarterback. But, with his roots grounded in music, he left college after his sophomore year to try out for “The Voice”. His natural on-camera presence, undeniable likeability, charm, looks, and voice swooned viewers, pushing him all the way to the Top 8. As an actor, he starred in the world premiere of the new musical Maybe Happy Ending at the Alliance Theatre, directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden. He also starred in the world premiere of the musical Music City at Cape Fear Regional Theatre. On screen, he starred in the Freevee pilot “Open Book” (created by Jessica Simpson). In addition to singing, Dez has seen success in modeling, being featured in the influential American Eagle Outfitters “Live Your Life” campaign. Since “The Voice”, Dez has been in the studio making music, and booking personal appearances around the country, performing in front of thousands of fans. His next single “Let’s Just Call It Love” was released on May 17. |
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Helen J Shen - ClaireHelen J Shen is an actor, musician, and writer who has quickly established herself as a force within the theatre industry. Helen currently stars in MCC Theater’s musical The Lonely Few by Zoe Sarnak and Rachel Bonds, directed by Trip Cullman and Ellenore Scott, following their acclaimed performance in the show’s world premiere at the Geffen Playhouse in 2022. For their portrayal of JJ, Entertainment Weekly described them as a “force to be reckoned with.” Recently, she captivated audiences in Anna K. Jacobs and Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Michael R. Jackson’s musical Teeth at Playwrights Horizons, directed by Sarah Benson. Helen’s regional credits also include starring in Anna Ouyang Moench’s Man of God at the Williamstown Theatre Festival and as Betty Schaefer in Sunset Boulevard at ACT of Connecticut. Helen earned a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan, receiving the esteemed Earl V. Moore Award. |
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 Marcus Choi - James & Others
Marcus Choi is so grateful to be returning to Broadway in this beautiful piece. He most recently played the role of “George Washington” in Hamilton on the Philip tour. Broadway credits include original companies of Wicked, Flower Drum Song, Allegiance and The Times They Are A Changin. Revival of Miss Saigon and Sweet Charity starring Christina Applegate. Select TV: Blue Eye Samurai, Luke Cage, The OA, FBI, Chicago PD, Blind Spot, Homeland, The Last Ship, The Fosters. Socials @marcuschoi11. Always thankful to God, family and friends. |
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Steven Huynh - OliverSteven Huynh is beyond excited to make his Broadway debut with Maybe Happy Ending. Most recently, he was Wendell Porcupine in the Chicago production of Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas at the Studebaker Theater. Off-Broadway: Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas (New Victory Theatre). Select Regional: Little Shop of Horrors (Idaho Shakespeare Festival, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival), A Funny Thing…Forum (Maltz Jupiter Theatre), South Pacific in Concert (The Cleveland Orchestra). Readings/Workshops: Crazy Rich Asians, The Lost Boys, Baked! The Musical. Television: “Blue Bloods” and “The Good Fight”. stevenhuynh.com //@shuynh_ing |
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Hannah Kevitt - ClaireHannah Kevitt is so excited to be a part of the Maybe Happy Ending team! Credits include: Back to the Future (Broadway), Miss Saigon (Serenbe Playhouse), A Chorus Line (Heritage Theatre Festival), The King and I (Interlakes Theatre), and The Wolves (Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte). Endless gratitude and love for Mom, Dad, Rebekah, and Jakov. Special thanks to HCKR. Elon MT ‘23. @hannah.kevitt |
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Daniel May - JamesDaniel May is over the moon to be returning to Broadway after many years away in Maybe Happy Ending. Daniel made his Broadway debut in the 2002 revival of Flower Drum Song starring Lea Salonga and has been working as a theater artist his whole life. Most recently Daniel played the lead role of “Xūe Xíng” in a newly envisioned production of David Henry Hwang and Jeanine Tesori’s Soft Power at Signature Theatre and has been with the piece since the world premiere in Los Angeles at Center Theater Group and then The Public Theater here in NYC which received nominations for both the Pulitzer Prize for drama and Grammy Award in 2020. As a South Korean born adoptee, getting to be a part of this beautiful story means so much! Thank you to Michael Arden and the whole MHE fam for this incredible gift. This one is dedicated to his newly married husband Mateo. Thank you for encouraging me to never give up on my dreams! Follow me @danielmayofficial |
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Christopher James Tamayo - GilChristopher James Tamayo is thrilled to make his Broadway debut with Maybe Happy Ending. He has recently concluded his time with the North American tour of Les Misérables, playing the role of “Montparnasse” and understudying “Marius” for 2 years. Christopher is a proud graduate of the University of Michigan B.F.A Musical Theatre program, where he also obtained a minor in Musical Theatre Composition. While not onstage, he can often be found voice acting or producing music in his bedroom. Christopher is profoundly grateful to his community for supporting him in his career, and can’t wait to embark on this exciting new adventure. Instagram: @_cjtam www.christopherjamestamayo.com |
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Darren Criss - Oliver
Dez Duron - Gil Brentley
Helen J Shen - Claire
Marcus Choi - James & Others
Steven Huynh - Oliver
Hannah Kevitt - Claire
Daniel May - James
Christopher James Tamayo - Gil