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Austin Ku

Birth Place: St Louis, MO

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BIO

NYC-based Asian American stage and screen actor. 2021 Grammy Award nominee. www.Austin-Ku.com

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Audible Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater New York Premiere, 2019
Bobby Bob, Jū Míng

[Los Angeles]
World Premiere Los Angeles Production, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2017
Performer


Awards and Nominations

The Barrymore Awards - 2012 - Outstanding supporting actor in a musical

Austin KuThe King and I

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News


What We Know So Far About DEAD OUTLAW
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 27, 2024

Dead Outlaw is the latest show that has been added to the 2024/25 Broadway season, with preview performances beginning at Broadway’s Longacre Theatre on Saturday, April 12 and an opening set for Sunday, April 27. What do we know so far about the new show?
DEAD OUTLAW Will Open on Broadway in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

Following its Off-Broadway run earlier this year, Dead Outlaw will open on Broadway in 2025! Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop Continues 2024-25 Season With WHO YOU KISS FOR FUN
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024

The Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop continues its 2024-25 season with a reading of WHO YOU KISS FOR FUN by Emma Y. Lai, exploring identity and romance among Asian American friends.
NAAP DISCOVER: NEW MUSICALS 2024 to be Presented This Month At Theatre 315
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

Discover new musical talents as the National Asian Artists Project presents NAAP DISCOVER: NEW MUSICALS 2024 at Theatre 315. Explore innovative works by emerging artists. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Will DEAD OUTLAW Open on Broadway in 2025?
by Rialto Chatter - Jul 11, 2024

It's already one of the most-awarded shows of 2024, but will Dead Outlaw rise from the dead in 2025? According to composer David Yazbek, plans are already underway.
THE KING'S WIFE A New Musical Begins Next Week At Adirondack Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024

Adirondack Theatre Festival has announced starry casting for its concert presentation of the new musical, The King's Wife, as part of its 30th Anniversary Season. The presentation of the new musical runs July 19 - 21.
Legendary Downtown Performance Artist Penny Arcade Attends TOMORROW WE LOVE At Chain Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024

As Tomorrow We Love completed their production at the Factory Series at The Chain Theatre, legendary downtown performance artist, actress and playwright Penny Arcade attended a performance and visited the cast of the new gender-bending comedic homage to the classic romantic films of the mid-twentieth century written by Jeffrey Vause (Aloha Oy!) and Steve Hauck ('The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel').
Photos: Charles Busch and Tovah Feldshuh Visit TOMORROW WE LOVE at The Chain Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024

Actor, drag legend and Tony-nominated playwright Charles Busch, and four-time Tony nominee Tovah Feldshuh attended TOMORROW WE LOVE this week and visited with the cast of the new gender-bending comedic homage to the classic romantic films of the mid-twentieth century. Check out photos here!
Photos: First Look at TOMORROW WE LOVE, Opening Tonight at The Chain Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 15, 2024

Proud Image Theatre Company's Tomorrow We Love, a new gender-bending comedic homage to the classic romantic films of the mid-twentieth century written by Jeffrey Vause (Aloha Oy!) and Steve Hauck (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) opens tonight. Check out production photos here!
Pan Asian Repertory Theatre to Present NUWORKS 2024 This Month At Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024

Pan Asian Repertory Theatre's NUWORKS 2024 will showcase diverse voices and innovative performances this month. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Katrina Lenk, Amber Gray, Aisha De Haas & More to Star in Second Annual FREEFEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024

The New Group has revealed the casts for its second annual FreeFest, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and events. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Brooke Shields Elected President of Actors' Equity Association
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024

Brooke Shields has officially been elected as president of Actors’ Equity Association. Learn more about the full results of the election here.
Proud Image Theatre Company Reveals Cast For TOMORROW WE LOVE
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

Proud Image Theatre Company has announced the cast for Tomorrow We Love, a new gender-bending comedic homage to the classic romantic films of the mid-twentieth century.
Video: First Look At Audible Theatre's DEAD OUTLAW
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024

Check out video highlights from Audible Theater’s world premiere musical Dead Outlaw!
Audible Theater's DEAD OUTLAW Extends Through April 14
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024

Audible Inc. has announced a one-week extension for the Off-Broadway world-premiere musical Dead Outlaw at Minetta Lane Theatre.
Photos: New David Yazbeck Musical DEAD OUTLAW Opens At Audible Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2024

Go inside opening night of Audible Theater’s world premiere musical Dead Outlaw! In attendance for the evening's festivities were Micaela Diamond, Lilli Cooper, Michael Greif, Danny Burstein, and more! Check out the photos from the event!
Review Roundup: DEAD OUTLAW at the Audible Theater; What Did the Critics Think?
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024

Audible Theater’s world premiere production of Dead Outlaw officially opened last night, March 10. The reviews are rolling in. Find out what the critics think of Dead Outlaw below!
Photos: First Look at Audible Theater's DEAD OUTLAW
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2024

All new photos have been released for Audible Theater’s world premiere production of Dead Outlaw! Check out the photos here!
Celebrate PlayGround's 30th Anniversary With FLASHBACK: 1994
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2024

Join PlayGround in celebrating its 30th anniversary with a musical Monday Night inspired by the year of PlayGround's founding, 1994! Admission is free, but reservations are required. Donations accepted.
Photos: Meet the Cast of Audible Theater's DEAD OUTLAW
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 26, 2024

Audible Theater will soon present the world premiere of Dead Outlaw, with music & lyrics by Tony Award winner David Yazbek. The company just met the press and you can check out photos from the big day here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Austin Ku been nominated for?

and Outstanding supporting actor in a musical (The Barrymore Awards) for The King and I.

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