Carly Hughes

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Carly Hughes BIO

Actress Carly Hughes is best known for her work on Broadway and for starring as Angela in the ABC family comedy American Housewife.
Hughes is originally from St. Louis, Missouri, and grew up in Columbia, Maryland. Her talent was recognized in 2003 when she became a recipient of the prestigious Princess Grace Award for Acting and Excellence in the Arts. Carly received a B.F.A. in musical theatre before moving to New York City to pursue her theater aspirations. She has appeared in eight Broadway shows, most recently starring as Velma Kelly in Chicago, The Leading Player in Pippin, and Lucille/Shirley of the Shirelles in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Hughes appeared on the 2014 Tony Awards, The Today Show and The View to perform her song "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," helping to win the 2015 Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album. Her other Broadway credits include The Book of Mormon, Ghost: The Musical, Ragtime, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Hughes has also starred at regional theaters across the country, and her voice can be heard in most of the songs in Lucky Stiff, the Ahrens & Flaherty movie musical.
Hughes guest-starred in HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm and can be seen recurring on the Netflix series Insatiable.
When she is not performing, Carly enjoys cooking for friends and learning about wine. Many days she can be found watching the Food Network to expand her culinary expertise. Known to her friends as "Crafty Carly," she spends time making handmade scarves and gift baskets. She also loves traveling to experience other cultures and hopes to take a trip to a new destination every year.

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Carly Hughes STAGE CREDITS

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Production, 2020
Rose

[Off-Broadway]
Encores Concert Production, 2016
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2013
Leading Player [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Performer

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2007
Citizen of Whoville

Mama Who (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Velma Kelly [Replacement]

Velma Kelly [Replacement]


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AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month

The show will feature standbys, understudies, and alternates from various Broadway hits like DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, BACK TO THE FUTURE-THE MUSICAL, and more.

Album Review: Concord Theatricals Recordings Releases The Studio Cast Recording of 17 AGAIN

The album and its producers get major points because the show as a whole is very well represented throughout

THE BIG FAT BROADWAY SHOW Featuring 20 Performers to be Presented at the El Portal Theatre

Broadway to the Rescue goes back to its roots with THE BIG FAT BROADWAY SHOW at the El Portal Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, HARMONY, MJ THE MUSICAL, and KIMBERLY AKIMBO. Join us on Monday, February 19th at 7 PM for an evening of Broadway talent.

The Educational Theatre Foundation Reveals Six New Trustees

The Educational Theatre Foundation will welcome a new class of trustees, a diverse and accomplished group of artists and theatre professionals that brings a unique blend of talent, expertise, passion, and commitment to enriching the lives of students through the arts.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  Hamilton; Merrily We Roll Along; Harmony; Here We Are;  Purlie Victorious; The Gardens Of Anuncia; Into The Woods and Here Lies Love.        

Video: Eden Espinosa Performs 'Time For Starting Over' From 17 AGAIN; Cast Recording Available Now!

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the studio cast recording of 17 Again, a musical based on the popular 2009 film. The album is now available on streaming and digital platforms worldwide. In honor of the release, a new music video for 'Time For Starting Over' performed by Eden Espinosa, has also been released.

Summit Health Cares Brings Broadway's Brightest Stars To The Stage Next Month

Get ready for the holidays among a sea of Broadway's hottest stars! Summit Health Cares is proud to present Broadway Rocks Cancer, a live benefit performance raising funds to help provide comfort to patients and their families fighting cancer. This year's event is on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 at 7 pm and will be hosted by Christopher J. Hanke.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, THE BOOK OF MORMON, NEW YORK, NEW YORK, WAITRESS, TITANIQUE, and SAW THE MUSICAL: THE UNAUTHORIZED PARODY. Join us on Monday, November 20th at 7 PM for this monthly residency showcasing Broadway talent.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Celebrate Its 20th Anniversary This Month

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... will celebrate its 20th anniversary at The Green Room 42 with Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from various Broadway shows on October 23rd at 7 PM.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to The Green Room 42 This Month

Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…

AT THIS PERFORMANCE Returns To The Green Room 42 On August 21

AT THIS PERFORMANCE…  returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from SHUCKED; KIMBERLY AKIMBO; ALADDIN; HERE LIES LOVE and CAMELOT.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42

AT THIS PERFORMANCE…  returns to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  Shucked, Six The Musical, Once Upon A One More Time, The Book Of Mormon, Camelot, Parade; Aladdin, A Doll's House, and Flying Over Sunset.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42

AT THIS PERFORMANCE…  returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from SIX THE MUSICAL; PARADE; CAMELOT; THE BOOK OF MORMON; HADESTOWN and MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS.

Company Members From NEW YORK, NEW YORK, HAMILTON & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE at The Green Room 42

Stephen DeAngelis is continuing his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…™ to be held on Monday, May 22nd at The Green Room 42.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Week

Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…™ to be held on Monday, April 24th at The Green Room 42, Green Fig, Fourth Floor, Yotel NYC, 570 Tenth Avenue (at 42nd Street), New York, NY 10036 at 7 PM. 

Performers From SIX, SOME LIKE IT HOT & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42

Stephen DeAngelis is continuing his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to be held on Monday, February 27th at The Green Room 42.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 This Month

Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to be held on Monday, January 23rd at The Green Room 42 at 7pm.

Photos: Carly Hughes, Gabrielle Ruiz & More Help Raise $50,000 For The Homeless In LA at Broadway To The Rescue

See photos from BROADWAY TO THE RESCUE, which raised $50,000 on Friday, Dec 2nd for HOPE OF THE VALLEY a mission that does extraordinary work for the homeless.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42

AT THIS PERFORMANCE…  returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from SIX THE MUSICAL; & JULIET;  KIMBERLY AKIMBO; ALMOST FAMOUS; MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG; KINKY BOOTS and BAT OUT OF HELL.  

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Carly Hughes has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

Carly Hughes has not appeared in the West End.

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