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BIO

LCT: The King and I. Broadway: Pacific Overtures (Roundabout), Flower Drum Song, Urinetown. Off Broadway: Yellow Face (Theatre World Award, Drama League nomination), Love's Labor's Lost (Public), The School for Lies (Classic Stage Company), Hamlet (Shakespeare in the Park). Film: Premium Rush, Exposed, The Oranges, We Own The Night, Saving Face. TV: "Banshee," "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," "Bosch," "The Blacklist," "Archer," "NYC-22," "Blue Bloods," "White Collar," "Royal Pains," "Law & Order," "Sex and the City."

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Broadway Revival, 2015
King of Siam [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2011
Publius

Bassianus

[Off-Broadway]
Public LAB Production, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2011
Philante

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Rosencrantz

[Off-Broadway]
2007
DHH

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Johnny Fantastiko/ Others

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2004
Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry

Lord of the South

Merchant

Sailor

British Admiral (Understudy)

Warrior (Understudy)

Thief (Understudy)

Storyteller (Understudy)

Soothsayer (Understudy)

Samurai (Understudy)

Officer (Understudy)

Observer (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Chao

Wang (Understudy) [Replacement]

Ta (Understudy)

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2002
Other Roles

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2001
Performer (Swing) [Replacement]

Writing


Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production

Hoon LeeGolden Age


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2008 - Performance

Hoon Lee, Yellow Face

News


Tracy Letts and Martha Plimpton Join EAST OF EDEN Limited Series at Netflix

Tony winner Tracy Letts and Tony nominee Martha Plimpton have joined the cast of Netflix's upcoming East of Eden limited series starring Mike Faist and Florence Pugh. They will star alongside Ciarán Hinds, Joseph Zada, Joe Anders, Christopher Abbott, and Hoon Lee.
Lina Suh's MEETING YOU, MEETING ME To Compete At The 20TH LA Femme International Film Festival

Korean-American director Lina Suh's film MEETING YOU, MEETING ME will compete at the 20th LA Femme International Film Festival. Learn more about the film.
Mike Faist Joins EAST OF EDEN Series With Florence Pugh

Tony nominee Mike Fast has found his next project. The Challengers star is set to appear in the limited series East of Eden alongside Hoon Lee, Christopher Abbott, and Florence Pugh, who also co-produces. 
Staged Reading Of TOMORROW, BY THE SEA To Be Presented at Museum of Chinese in America

A developmental reading of the new musical TOMORROW, BY THE SEA will be held on September 7 at the Museum of Chinese in America. Learn how to attend.
Full Cast & Design Team Set for WAITRESS at The Muny

The Muny has revealed its full cast and design team for Waitress, the fifth show in the theatre’s 106th season. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES Musical Will Receive an Industry Presentation in February

Anne of Green Gables: A New Musical will hold three industry presentations on February 1st and 2nd following a four-week developmental workshop and a successful run at Goodspeed Musicals. 
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW St. Louis Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis 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 St. Louis Awards; FREAKY FRIDAY, CLUE, St. Louis Shakespeare Festival & 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 St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards December 5th Standings; FREAKY FRIDAY Leads Best Musical!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; CLUE Leads Best Play!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; FREAKY FRIDAY Leads Best Musical!

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; St. Louis Shakespeare Festival Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: Watch Lindsay Heather Pearce & Anastacia McCleskey Sing 'Take Me or Leave Me' in RENT at The Muny

Get ready for the unforgettable performance of Rent: Take Me or Leave Me at the Muny Theatre. Check out show dates and venue information, and secure your tickets to this must-see musical event in Forest Park. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience exceptional musical theatre at the Muny.
Video: First Look at RENT at The Muny

Watch opening night footage of Rent at the Muny, running through August 10!
Full Cast and Creative Team Revealed For RENT at the Muny

The Muny has revealed the full cast, design and production teams for its production of Rent, running August 4 - 10.
Video: Bowen Yang, Stephanie Hsu & More Voice in Netflix's THE MONKEY KING Trailer

The voice cast of the film includes Monkey King (Jimmy O. Yang), Lin (Jolie Hoang-Rappaport), Stick (Nan Li), Dragon King (Bowen Yang), Benbo (Jo Koy), Babbo (Ron Yuan), Jade Emperor (Hoon Lee), Buddha (BD Wong), Demon of Havoc (Andrew Kishino), Red Girl (Sophie Wu), King Yama (Andrew Kishino), and more. Watch the video trailer now!
Season Three Of WARRIOR Debuts in June On Max

The cast includes Andrew Koji, Olivia Cheng,  Jason Tobin, Dianne Doan, Kieran Bew, Dean Jagger, Tom Weston-Jones, Hoon Lee, Perry Yung, Langley Kirkwood, Miranda Raison, Chen Tang, Chelsea Muirhead, Mark Dacascos, and Joe Taslim. Watch the new video teaser trailer now!
DIRECTIONS is Now Playing at Dream Up Festival 2022

This unique production is part of the acclaimed yearly Dream Up Festival that take place at the Theater for the New City in the East Village.
Caleb McCarroll, Kenedi Chriske, and Josh Hoon Lee In DRIVEN - A NEW SONG CYCLE This Summer

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents Caleb McCarroll, Kenedi Chriske, and Josh Hoon  Lee in “Driven – A New Song Cycle” on August 23, 2022 at 9:30PM. Book and Lyrics by Joe  Archer & Francesco Redica. Original Poetry by Megan Russell. Produced and Music Directed by  Jeremy Jacobs. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Hoon Lee been in?

Hoon Lee has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Hoon Lee been in?

Hoon Lee has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Hoon Lee been nominated for?

Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Golden Age and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Yellow Face.

What awards has Hoon Lee won?

Hoon Lee has won the Theatre World Award for his performance in Yellow Face.

How many shows has Hoon Lee written?

Hoon Lee has written 1 shows including Sides: The Fear is Real (Playwright).

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