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BIO

Van Hughes was most recently seen Off-Broadway in Space Dogs (MCC), a musical he wrote and starred in with Nick Blaemire. Broadway: Deaf West's Spring Awakening, American Idiot, 9 to 5, and Hairspray. Off-Broadway: Son of a Gun (Beckett), Saved (Playwrights Horizons). Regional: When We're Gone (Lyric Theatre), A Little More Alive (Barrington), Rocky Horror Picture Show (Bucks County). Film: Sex and the City I & II, Rachel Getting Married. TV: “Royal Pains,” “Law & Order: SVU,” “One Life to Live.” As a composer: the films Sequence Break and Space Clown, and the musical Burn All Night (A.R.T.). B.A. in Theatre from Fordham University.

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STAGE CREDITS

Almost Famous Almost Famous
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
David Felton
Jeff Bebe (Understudy)
Russell Hammond (Understudy)
Space Dogs Space Dogs
[Off-Broadway]
2022
Performer
Whisper House Whisper House
[Off-Broadway]
The Civilians and 59E59 Theaters' Off-Broadway Premiere, 2020
Male Ghost
Almost Famous Almost Famous
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
The Old Globe Premiere Production, 2019
David Felton
Spring Awakening Spring Awakening
[Broadway]
Deaf West Broadway Revivial Production, 2015
Swing (Swing)
Son of a Gun Son of a Gun
[Off-Broadway]
2012
Performer
American Idiot American Idiot
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2011
Johnny
American Idiot American Idiot
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Johnny [Replacement]
Will (Standby)
Tunny (Standby)
Johnny (Standby)
9 to 5: The Musical 9 to 5: The Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Performer
9 to 5: The Musical 9 to 5: The Musical
[Los Angeles]
World Premiere, 2008
Performer
Saved Saved
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008
Patrick
Patrick
Hairspray
[Las Vegas]
Las Vegas Production, 2006
Ensemble
Hairspray Hairspray
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Denizen of Baltimore [Replacement]
Sketch [Replacement]
Link Larkin (Understudy) [Replacement]
Corny Collins (Understudy) [Replacement]

Productions

Space DogsSpace Dogs
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Writer[Replacement]

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Jennifer Damiano Returns To Joe's Pub In March With Debut EP Photo
Jennifer Damiano Returns To Joe's Pub In March With Debut EP
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025

Tony-nominated actress and singer Jennifer Damiano from Broadway's Spring Awakening, Next to Normal, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, and American Psycho is sharing her new, original music for the first time. The show will take place on Saturday, March 29th, 2025 at 7:00PM.
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January Photo
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024

In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE Opens at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre Photo
Review: THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE Opens at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - Nov 19, 2024

To their adoring fans, country music power couple Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash had nothing short of a fairytale romance. Their enduring love story and illustrious careers take centre stage in Des McAnuff’s riveting new musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June. 
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playho Photo
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jun 12, 2024

La Jolla Playhouse world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June is now on stage! The new musical has book by Robert Cary (SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) and Playhouse Director Emeritus and two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who’s Tommy), music and lyrics by Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash and others, directed by Des McAnuff.
Review: THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playhouse Photo
Review: THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 12, 2024

The best way to open this review on the world's premiere musical “The Ballad of Johnny and June” now playing at the La Jolla Playhouse through July 7th is the same way the show starts - with the fantastic music.
Video: Murin and Grant Perform 'Jackson' from THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jol Photo
Video: Murin and Grant Perform 'Jackson' from THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 9, 2024

Watch Christopher Ryan Grant and Patti Murin as Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash perform 'Jackson' during previews for the world premiere musical The Ballad of Johnny and June at La Jolla Playhouse here!
Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnn Photo
Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2024

Watch as the cast and creative team of La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June talk about bringing the production to the stage.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for La Jolla Playhouse's THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE Photo
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for La Jolla Playhouse's THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2024

Get a first look at rehearsals for La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical The Ballad of Johnny and June, with book by Robert Cary (SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) and Playhouse Director Emeritus and two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who’s Tommy), music and lyrics by Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash and others, directed by Des McAnuff.
Christopher Ryan Grant, Patti Murin & More to Lead THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE Photo
Christopher Ryan Grant, Patti Murin & More to Lead THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for its world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Caitlin Houlahan, Erin Davie, and More Will Celebrate Valentine's Day at 54 Below Photo
Caitlin Houlahan, Erin Davie, and More Will Celebrate Valentine's Day at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2024

54 Below presents A Broadway Valentine's Day on February 14, 2024 at 7:00 and 9:30pm. The 7:00pm performance will also be livestreamed. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
New Block Of Tickets On Sale For GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert Starring George Salazar, Photo
New Block Of Tickets On Sale For GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert Starring George Salazar, Colton Ryan and More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2024

Keen Company announces new block of tickets for GLORY DAYS benefit concert featuring Jordan Dobson, Derek Klena, Colton Ryan, and George Salazar. One-night-only event at Symphony Space.
54 Below to Celebrate Valentine's Day With Countess Luann, Alton Fitzgerald White & M Photo
54 Below to Celebrate Valentine's Day With Countess Luann, Alton Fitzgerald White & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2024

Celebrate Valentine's Day at 54 Below with Countess Luann, Alton Fitzgerald White, A Broadway Valentine's Day, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets!
Jordan Dobson and George Salazar Join Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert Photo
Jordan Dobson and George Salazar Join Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024

Complete casting has been announced for Keen Company's upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Find out who is joining the cast here!
Derek Klena and Colton Ryan Will Headline Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert Photo
Derek Klena and Colton Ryan Will Headline Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2023

Keen Company has announced details for its upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Review: THE 13TH ANNUAL JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA Brings Family Cheer To 54 B Photo
Review: THE 13TH ANNUAL JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA Brings Family Cheer To 54 BELOW
by Sharon Ellman - Dec 10, 2023

A truly rip roaring performance that was part theater, part concert and completely fantastic!
Photos: Go Inside the 13TH ANNUAL JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA at 54 Below Photo
Photos: Go Inside the 13TH ANNUAL JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA at 54 Below
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 10, 2023

Joe Iconis and his merry band of musical theater punks reignited their legendary holiday tradition and brought their insane celebration of all things red and green back to 54 Below after three bah humbug years of pandemic pause and BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
THE JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA to Return to 54 Below for its 13th Annual Engag Photo
THE JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA to Return to 54 Below for its 13th Annual Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023

The Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza returns for its 13th annual engagement. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at Photo
Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at The Shed
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 23, 2023

Explore the photos from the star-studded opening night party of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE. Featuring Bobby Cannavale, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, and more, this exclusive collection takes you behind the scenes of this highly anticipated production.
Photos: Inside the Opening Night Celebration For HERE LIES LOVE Photo
Photos: Inside the Opening Night Celebration For HERE LIES LOVE
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 24, 2023

Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opened on Broadway Thursday, July 20, at the Broadway Theatre. Check out photos from the show's opening night celebrations here!
Listen: ALMOST FAMOUS Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now Photo
Listen: ALMOST FAMOUS Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023

The Almost Famous – Original Broadway Cast Recording is now available! Listen to the full album here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Van Hughes been in?

Van Hughes has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Van Hughes been in?

Van Hughes has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Van Hughes written?

Van Hughes has written 1 shows including Burn All Night (Composer).

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