Hugh Hysell is a multi-talented performer, producer, and marketer who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. Born in North Carolina, Hysell grew up with a passion for the arts and a desire to perform. He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a degree in business administration before pursuing his dream of becoming an actor.
Hysell made his Broadway debut in the 2000 revival of "The Best Man" alongside stars such as Charles Durning, Spalding Gray, and Elizabeth Ashley. He went on to perform in several other Broadway productions, including "Gypsy" with Bernadette Peters, "The Phantom of the Opera," and "Enron." Hysell has also lent his talents to numerous off-Broadway productions, such as "The All-Male Importance of Being Earnest," "The Temperamentals," and "Christmas with the Crawfords."
In addition to his work on stage, Hysell has made a name for himself as a producer and marketer. He has produced several successful off-Broadway shows, including "The All-Male Importance of Being Earnest" and "The Judy Show: My Life as a Sitcom." He has also worked as a marketing consultant for numerous Broadway and off-Broadway productions, helping to develop successful marketing strategies and campaigns.
Hysell is also a talented writer, having penned several plays and musicals. His works include "The All-Male Importance of Being Earnest," "The Fartiste," and "The Judy Show: My Life as a Sitcom." He has also written several screenplays and television pilots, and has contributed articles to The Huffington Post, Playbill, and BroadwayWorld.
In addition to his work in the theater world, Hysell has also made appearances on television and in film. He has appeared on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "The Sopranos," and "The Good Wife," among other shows. He has also appeared in several films, including "The Big Gay Musical" and "Kettle of Fish."
Hysell is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and has been involved in numerous charitable organizations throughout his career. He has served on the board of directors for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and has been involved with The Trevor Project, a nonprofit organization that provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth.
Most recently, Hysell has been working as the executive producer of "The Menopausal Mermaid," an off-Broadway musical comedy that explores the challenges and joys of menopause through the eyes of a mermaid. The show has received critical acclaim and has been praised for its humor, heart, and relatable subject matter.
Hugh Hysell, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.
Hugh Hysell has won the Tony Award for Best Play for "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike."
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