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J. Harrison Ghee BIO

J. Harrison Ghee hopes to inspire, enlighten, and uplift someone in the journey of playing Jerry/Daphne. Hopefully, you will learn to free yourself to see yourself beyond any of your wildest dreams. Thank you, friends, family, fans, and my agents at Nicolosi & Co. for your love and support. Broadway/International Tour: Kinky Boots (Lola), Mrs. Doubtfire (Andre Mayem). Regional: The Color Purple (Ensemble), The Sting (Johnny Hooker). Television: “High Maintenance” (Charles), “Raising Dion” (Kwame). Industrial: Tokyo Disney Sea’s Big Band Beat, Norwegian Cruise Line. Proud graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (NY) @jharrisonghee

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J. Harrison Ghee STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Jester

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Jerry/Daphne

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Andre Mayem

[Regional (US)]
5th Avenue Theatre Pre-Broadway Production, 2019
Andre Mayem

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
World Premiere at Paper Mill Playhouse, 2018
Johnny Hooker

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Performer

Lola [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Lola [Replacement]

Lola [Replacement]

Lola [Replacement]

Lola [Replacement]


J. Harrison Ghee Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical

J. Harrison Ghee, Some Like it Hot

Drama League Awards - 2023 - Distinguished Performance Award

J. Harrison Ghee, Some Like It Hot


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical

J. Harrison Ghee, Some Like it Hot


winner
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

J. Harrison Ghee, Some Like It Hot

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Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights for SOME LIKE IT HOT

Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive worldwide stage licensing rights to Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Matthew López and Amber Ruffin’s Some Like It Hot. Learn more about the show here!

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of QUEEN OF HEARTS From Company XIV

Company XIV opened their newest show “Queen of Hearts” at Theatre XIV in Bushwick with a glam Broadway crowd that came down the rabbit hole in attendance. See photos below.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, INTO THE WOODS, And More Win 2024 Artios Awards for Casting

Winners have been announced for the Casting Society 39th Artios Awards!

Review: GMHC CABARET BENEFIT HONORING ALAN MENKEN Brings Music & Memories at Joe's Pub

A star-studded night honoring composer Alan Menken was exciting, energizing and sentimental as he received an award named for collaborator Howard Ashman. From 'The Little Mermaid' to 'Little Shop of Horrors,' Ashman left no small legacy in his work with Menken. The evening benefited GMHC's work for communities affected by HIV and AIDS.

Rachel Brosnahan, Alfred Molina, J. Harrison Ghee, and More Will Present Artios Awards

Rachel Brosnahan, Alfred Molina, J. Harrison Ghee and more will present casting winners at the Artios Awards in New York on March 7. Find out who takes home the honors at this prestigious event celebrating casting excellence in the industry.

Bonnie Milligan and J. Harrison Ghee Will Host Maestra's AMPLIFY 2024

Maestra Music will present the much-anticipated Amplify 2024, hosted by Tony Award winners Bonnie Milligan and J. Harrison Ghee. We have all the details!

Todrick Hall Launches First Black-Owned Theatrical Performance Rights Company; Releases Recordings from First 3 Musicals

Todrick Hall has launched the first black-owned theatrical performance rights company, Todrick Hall Musicals. Learn more about the company here!

Interview: Meet some of the organizers behind this year's GMHC CABARET AND HOWARD ASHMAN AWARD

For years, the GMHC has been supporting people living with and affected by HIV and AIDS with services including free testing, meals and nutrition, and legal support. Their annual cabaret fundraiser has become a tradition, and this year they’re back with guest honoree Alan Menken and a star-studded lineup.

Zachary Noah Piser, Kate Baldwin, J. Harrison Ghee & More to Star in SONGS FROM PIPPIN: A GALA CONCERT

Symphony Space will present Songs from Pippin: A Gala Concert, a special performance of songs from Stephen Schwartz's timeless and magical musical. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Marc Shaiman Reacts to GRAMMY Win For SOME LIKE IT HOT

Marc Shaiman took to social media to share a video of his reaction to winning the Grammy for Best Musical Theater album for the musical Some Like It Hot.

Photos: New York City Center Encores! ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Celebrates Closing Night

New York City Center Encores! season kicked off with Once Upon a Mattress, which officially closed on February 4, 2024. BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate the show's final performance. Check out photos of the cast taking their final bows and celebrating at the after party.

SOME LIKE IT HOT Wins GRAMMY Award for Best Musical Theater Album

The GRAMMY will be awarded to Christian Borle, J. Harrison Ghee, Adrianna Hicks and NaTasha Yvette Williams, principal vocalists; Mary-Mitchell Campbell, Bryan Carter, Scott M. Riesett, Charlie Rosen and Marc Shaiman, producers; Scott Wittman, lyricist; Marc Shaiman, composer and lyricist (Original Broadway Cast).

Video: Michael Urie Performs 'An Opening For A Princess' In Encores! ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Up next at New York City Center, the Encores! season kicks off with Once Upon a Mattress, running January 24 through February 4, 2024. See star Michael Urie performing 'An Opening For a Princess,' in newly released video of the production below!

Video: Watch More Songs from Encores! ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Up next at New York City Center, the Encores! season kicks off with Once Upon a Mattress, running January 24 through February 4, 2024.  Check out more video highlights of the cast in action!

Review Roundup: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Opens at New York City Center Encores!

Read the reviews for Once Upon a Mattress, now playing at New York City Center Encores!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 25, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 25, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: First Look at Sutton Foster, J. Harrison Ghee & More in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Up next at New York City Center, the Encores! season kicks off with Once Upon a Mattress, running January 24 through February 4, 2024. Check out a first look at the cast in action here!

Video: See Sutton Foster & More in Highlights From Encores! ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Check out vide footage from the Encores! production of Once Upon a Mattress.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 18, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 18, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Listen to the 2024 Grammy Nominees for Best Musical Theater Album

Five new recordings have earned nominations for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 2024 Grammy Awards, including: Kimberly Akimbo, Parade, Shucked, Some Like It Hot, and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Listen to all of them here!

J. Harrison Ghee FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is J. Harrison Ghee next theatre project?

J. Harrison Ghee's next show will be Some Like It Hot which opens on 12/11/2022 on Broadway.

How many Broadway shows has J. Harrison Ghee been in?

J. Harrison Ghee has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has J. Harrison Ghee been in?

J. Harrison Ghee has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has J. Harrison Ghee been nominated for?

J. Harrison Ghee has been nominated for several awards for his role in the Broadway musical "Some Like It Hot." These nominations include Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards.

What awards has J. Harrison Ghee won?

J. Harrison Ghee has won the following awards: Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Some Like it Hot, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Some Like it Hot, and Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Some Like It Hot.

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