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BIO

Diana is an actor, singer, voice-over artist and activist. She received a Helen Hayes Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Kim in Signature Theatre's MISS SAIGON as well as a Gregory Award for Best Actress for playing Ariel in the National Tour of DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID. She made international headlines for combating racism over her casting as Ariel and her activism in equality in the arts.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Katrina

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2025]
Associate Producer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Diana HueyMiss Saigon

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News


Julia Murney, Major Attaway & More to Join the 36th Annual Festival of New Musicals

​National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed additional cast members and final details about the lineup for the 36th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Kate Baldwin, Julie Benko, and More Join National Alliance for Musical Theatre's FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 36thAnnual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages
Photos: Christopher DeLair's LIFE IN THE AIR Debuts At The Green Room 42

On Wednesday at the Green Room 42, writer and composer Christopher DeLair was joined by Maria Wirries, Diana Huey, George Dvorsky, Vishal Vaidya, Julie Reiber, Cayman Ilika, Stavros Koumbaros, Alexa Greene, Sabrina Shah, Elaine Romanelli, Rachel Stern, Taylor Pardell, Chrissy Pardo and musicians f Chris Ranney (piano), Adam Wolfe (drums), Alan Stevens Hewitt (bass), Kiwon Nahm (violin) for DeLair's NYC club debut, a show titled Life in the Air: The Music of Christopher DeLair. See photos from the show.
Writer and Composer Christopher DeLair Arrives In NYC

The next month promises to be one of the busiest and most exciting in writer and composer Christopher DeLair’s career. On Wednesday, September 11th he makes his New York City club debut at The Green Room 42.
Industry Pro Newsletter: A 'Radical Reshaping' in Seattle, StrawHat to Suspend Operations

Stories include the opening of nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards and the donation from Ken Ludwig to save Hall’s Croft. Financial difficulties are impacting institutions like the University of the Arts and Seattle’s theater scene, prompting a rethinking of models and operations.
Christopher DeLair Debuts At The Green Room 42 With LIFE IN THE AIR

Christopher DeLair's NYC club debut at The Green Room 42 features Life In The Air, an evening of original theatrical and contemporary pop music with nearly a dozen musicians.
VIDEO: Final Curtain Call For Pre-Broadway QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

Watch the final curtain call for The Queen of Versailles at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. The production concluded its run on August 2th, 2024.
QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Resumes Performances in Boston Following Cancellation Due To Battery Leak

The Queen of Versailles will resume performances at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in time for the matinée after a performance cancellation due to a 'battery leak' on August 20th. Producer Bill Damaschke shared the news with the seated audience.
Review Roundup: Kristin Chenoweth Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

The Queen of Versailles will take its Broadway bow during the 2025-26 season, following a the world premiere engagement at the Emerson Colonial Theatre that officially opened on August 1st, 2024. Read all the reviews!
Photos: First Look At Kristin Chenoweth & Company in QUEEN OF VERSAILLES; Announces Broadway Run

The Queen of Versailles will take its Broadway bow during the 2025-26 season, following a the world premiere engagement at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Check out all-new photos of the cast in action!
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Celebrates Birthday On Stage at THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

Watch as Kristin Chenoweth celebrates her birthday on stage at Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre following a performance of The Queen of Versailles. The celebration happened after the performance on July 24th, 2024.
Boston Mayor Declares July 24, 2024 As 'Kristin Chenoweth Day'

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu officially proclaims July 24, 2024, as Kristin Chenoweth Day in the City of Boston, honoring the celebrated actress and singer.
STRING Studio Cast Recording Out Now; Theatrical Licensing Now Available

Theatrical licensing for the musical, String, with book by Sarah Hammond, and music and lyrics by Adam Gown, is now available, alongside the release of its six-song original studio cast recording
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth & F. Murray Abraham Get Ready for THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

We've got your first look at Kristin Chenoweth and F. Murray Abraham in character in the upcoming Broadway-bound production of The Queen of Versailles. Check out the photos here!
Review: SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Avenue Theatre

Dear Readers, I should start by saying that “Spring Awakening”, the musical from Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater based on the 1891 play by Frank Wedekind, has never been one of my favorites. But that first national tour and especially the 2012 local production from Balagan Theatre gave me a better appreciation for the show for what it is. However, the current production from the 5th Avenue Theatre did not.
What We Know So Far About THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Musical

Did you know that The Queen of Versailles will soon hold court on stage? The new musical is getting ready for an out-of-town run this summer before heading to Broadway. What do you need to know about the new musical? Let's study up!
Pre-Broadway Run of Kristin Chenoweth-Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Extends; Plus Complete Casting!

The Queen of Versailles, led by Kristin Chenoweth, has announced that the pre-Broadway engagement at Boston’s historic Emerson Colonial Theatre has extended. Plus, learn more about the additonal casting here!
New Play THE ART OF LIFE Will Have Industry Reading Next Month

THE ART OF LIFE, a new play by Richie Abanes (original cast of Dreamgirls) and directed by Abbey O’Brien (Jagged Little Pill, Waitress, Moulin Rouge!) will have an invitation-only industry reading on Friday, April 5 at Open Jar Studios in Times Square.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Seattle Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Seattle 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 Seattle Awards; THE HITCHCOCK HOTEL, AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, Spokane Valley Summer 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 Seattle Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Diana Huey been nominated for?

and Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Miss Saigon.

What awards has Diana Huey won?

Diana Huey has won the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Resident Musical award at the Helen Hayes Awards for her performance in Miss Saigon.

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