Francis Jue
Birth Place: San Francisco, CA, USA
Free Shakespeare in the Park's ROMEO & JULIET to Begin Previews Next Week (May 14, 2026)
Photos & Video: Nathan Lane and More at the 2026 Shubert Foundation High School Theatre Festival (May 7, 2026)
Spotlight on Plays: May 2026 (May 6, 2026)
BIO
Francis Jue is known for his performances on Broadway, in national tours, off-Broadway and in regional theatre, particularly in the San Francisco Bay Area and at The Muny in St. Louis. His roles in plays and musicals range from Shakespeare and David Henry Hwang to Rodgers and Hammerstein and Disney. He is also known for his recurring role on the TV series Madam Secretary (2014–2019).
Jue's Broadway credits include Pacific Overtures (1984 and 2004); M. Butterfly (1989); Thoroughly Modern Millie (2002), in which he created the role of Bun Foo; and Yellow Face (2024) as HYH, a role which he had created off-Broadway in 2008. He has also appeared in film and in other television roles.
Among his acting awards are a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play and an Outer Critics Circle Award for his Broadway performance in Yellow Face (2025); an Obie Award and a Lortel Award for his performance in Yellow Face at the Public Theater (2008); a Dramalogue Award in Kiss of the Spider Woman at TheateWorks (1997); an Elliot Norton Award in Miss Saigon at North Shore Music Theatre (2013); another Obie Award for Wild Goose Dreams at the Public (2018); and a second Lortel Award in Cambodian Rock Band at the Signature Theatre (2020). He has also been nominated for three Drama Desk Awards (one in 2008 and two in 2020).
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
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Videos
Video: Matthew Broderick Recalls PLAZA SUITE Apple Watch Mishap, Talks TARTUFFE Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-13 11:23:29
Video: Matthew Broderick Previews NYTW's TARTUFFE on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-12 14:20:29
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-09-09 15:37:10
Video: Inside the A CHORUS LINE 50 Concert With Donna McKechnie, Robyn Hurder & More
by Michael Major - 2025-07-28 09:55:46
Video: Broadway Stars on What Pride Means to Them – Michael Arden, Nick Jonas & More
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-26 12:28:36
Video: Watch Daniel Dae Kim’s Journey to YELLOW FACE in PBS' STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-16 14:37:13
Video: Francis Jue Celebrates Tony Win for Best Featured Actor in a Play
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-08 21:35:29
Video: Broadway Celebrates the Unveiling of Terrence McNally Way
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-02 10:01:50
Video: Behind the Curtain of YELLOW FACE with Daniel Dae Kim, Francis Jue, & More
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-19 14:33:52
Video: Daniel Dae Kim Stars in YELLOW FACE Clip From PBS Broadcast
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-06 13:19:05
Video: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Stars J. Harrison Ghee, Cheyenne Jackson, and Nikki Renee Daniels Gear Up for City Center
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-01-17 18:52:38
VIDEO: Watch the First Day with The Encores! Orchestra for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-23 14:01:59
VIDEO: Public Theater Artists Perform 'Ring of Keys' From FUN HOME
by Stephi Wild - 2020-06-09 06:11:25
News
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
The Public Theater will kick off this summer’s Free Shakespeare in the Park season with ROMEO & JULIET, beginning performances at the newly revitalized Delacorte Theater in Central Park at the end of May.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
In its 12th year, more than 200 young NYC public school theatre artists gathered at Broadway’s Schoenfeld Theatre to make their Broadway debuts at The 2026 Shubert Foundation High School Theatre Festival. See photos and videos!
by Team BWW - May 6, 2026
Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in May 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for The Public Theater’s Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Romeo & Juliet, directed by Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali.
by Jennifer Broski - May 4, 2026
The 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were presented at the annual ceremony at NYU Skirball. See photos from the red carpet here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
In its 12th year, more than 200 talented young NYC public school theatre artists will make their Broadway debuts in The 2026 Shubert Foundation High School Theatre Festival for NYC Public Schools.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2026
Broadway performers took the stage at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on April 20, 2026, for Broadway Dream Roles, a one-night event benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, where artists performed songs from roles they have not yet played on Broadway. Watch video of Jordan Fisher's performance of, 'She Cries,' by Jason Robert Brown.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026
Broadway Dream Roles lit up the Al Hirschfeld Theatre with performances by Jordan Fisher, Santino Fontana, Ali Stroker, and Lillias White. Check out photos and video of the event.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season, continuing its model of long-term artistic support for Resident Artists, across four productions, including Lauren Yee's King of the Yees, The Mad Ones' Miles for Mary and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
Additional stars have been added to the lineup for Broadway Dream Roles, which returns to the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Jordan Fisher, Judy Kuhn, Nichelle Lewis and more have joined the event!
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2026
Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in April 2026.
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 25, 2026
From the first moment of the show, you become immersed in the rich, personal story about the joys and challenges of a family as presented by two siblings.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
The Public Theater has announced initial casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of ROMEO & JULIET at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 10, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company hosted its 2026 Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Emmy Award-winner Jean Smart. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos below!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
The 41st Annual Artios Awards, presented by the Casting Society, honored excellence in casting at ceremonies in Los Angeles, New York, and London. See photos from inside the ceremony.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
Casting Society honored excellence in casting across feature film, television (scripted and unscripted), commercials and theater at the 41st Annual Artios Awards held at ceremonies in Los Angeles, New York and London.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Casting Society has revealed the presenters for the 41st Annual Artios Awards, which will take place at the Edison Ballroom in New York City, the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, and One Moorgate Place in London.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will present THE BIG BANG BENEFIT on February 5th and 6th, featuring live readings, music, and dinners to support downtown New York's artistic community. The event includes performances by notable actors and musicians, with proceeds aiding Judson Commons.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
BroadwayCon has announced additional programming for the 2026 Convention, taking place this week. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup for the event here!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026
BroadwayCon will present a special AANHPI concert on Friday, January 23, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at The Palladium Times Square in New York City. The concert will take place at the venue’s location at 1515 Broadway, at the corner of West 44th Street and Broadway.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Francis Jue has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
Francis Jue has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Yellow Face, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Yellow Face, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Cambodian Rock Band, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Soft Power, Performance Award (Obie Awards) for Wild Goose Dreams, Performance (Obie Awards) for Yellow Face, Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for Yellow Face and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Yellow Face.
Francis Jue has won the following awards: Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Yellow Face; Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Yellow Face; Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Soft Power; Performance Award at the Obie Awards for Wild Goose Dreams; Performance at the Obie Awards for Yellow Face; and Outstanding Featured Actor at The Lortels for Yellow Face.
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