Megan Hilty

Birth Place: Bellevue, Washington, USA

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Most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama “Smash,” Tony nominee Megan Hilty is a dynamic performer both on stage and on screen. Hilty can last be seen starring in “Patsy & Loretta,” directed by Callie Khouri for Lifetime. Megan was nominated for a Critics Choice Award for Best Actress in a Limited Series for her performance as Patsy Cline.

In addition to “Smash”, Megan’s television credits include Bravo’s dramedy “Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce,” Hulu’s “Difficult People,” the final season of CBS’s” The Good Wife,” as well as “The Good Fight” for CBS All Access. Hilty also recurred on “Braindead” for CBS as well as ABC’s hit series “Desperate Housewives.” In 2013, Hilty starred on the NBC series “Sean Saves the World.”

On stage, Hilty received critical acclaim for her role of Brooke Ashton in the Roundabout Theater Company’s revival of Noises Off including nominations for a Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and Drama League Award.

After graduating from the prestigious Carnegie Mellon University, Hilty quickly made her Broadway debut as Glinda in Wicked. She went on to perform the role in both the national tour and in Los Angeles. For her portrayal of Doralee Rhodes in Broadway’s 9 to 5: The Musical, Hilty was honored with nominations for Lead Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Outer Critics Circle Awards, the Drama League Awards and L.A. Stage Alliance Ovation Awards.

Hilty has previously performed at Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops, the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center, the New York Philharmonic at Lincoln Center, the Boston Pops, the Cincinnati Pops, the Houston Symphony, the Phoenix Symphony among many others.

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Megan Hilty STAGE CREDITS

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Broadway Center Stage Revival, 2018
Audrey

[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Production, 2018
Lily St. Regis

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2015
Brooke Ashton

[New York]
New York City Center Gala Concert, 2015
Annie Oakley

[New York]
Encores! Concert, 2012
Lorelei Lee

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Doralee Rhodes

[Los Angeles]
World Premiere, 2008
Doralee Rhodes

[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Production, 2007
Glinda

[New York]
Reading, 2005
Performer

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performers

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Glinda [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Glinda [Replacement]

Glinda [Replacement]

Glinda (Standby) [Replacement]

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2003
The Duchess


Megan Hilty Movies

[2010]Bitter Feast Peg

[2011]What Happens Next Ruthie

[2012]Secret of the Wings Rosetta

[2013]Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return China Princess, Queen Mouse

[2016]Rules Don't Apply Sally


Megan Hilty TV Shows

The X-Files Deceased Girl Jessica

The Suite Life of Zack & Cody Enid

Ugly Betty Glinda

The Closer Michelle Edwards

Shark Laurel Hasbrouck

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Kiwi Long

Eli Stone Cheryl

Desperate Housewives Shayla Grove

[ 2009-2010]Glenn Martin DDS Singing Bum

Louie Heckler

Bones Julie Coyle

Melissa & Joey Tiffany

Prayer Hour Jo Ellen

[ 2012-2013]Smash Ivy Lynn

[ 2012-2014]Robot and Monster J.D.

It Could Be Worse Chelsea

Dora and Friends: Into the City! La Diva

[ 2013-2014]Sean Saves the World Liz

All Stars Irene

BrainDead Misty Alise

I Shudder Sarah Morelle

Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Charlene

The First Wives Club Kim

The Good Wife Holly Westfall

Difficult People Cassie

[ 2016-2018]Sofia the First Prisma, Princess Charlotte

The Good Fight Holly Westfall

Santa's Boots Holly

Sweet Mountain Christmas Laney

Patsy & Loretta Patsy Cline

[ 2010-2019]American Dad! TV Guide Employee

Doc McStuffins Topsy Turvy Tilly

Annie Live! Lily St. Regis

[ 2013-2021]Family Guy Grace, Lily, Dean Nearby

[ 2020-2022]Madagascar: A Little Wild Ziggy, Waffles, Riley

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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 5, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 5, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Christopher Sieber and Michelle Williams Join Pre-Broadway DEATH BECOMES HER Musical

Christopher Sieber and Michelle Williams are joining the cast of the pre-Broadway run of Death Becomes Her the Musical in Chicago! Fun new videos were posted on the show's social media pages, featuring the new cast members with the previously announced Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard. Check out the videos here!

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.

Interview: Michael Orland Enjoys/Loves Being Continuously Booked & Always Giving Back

The consistently busy musical director Michael Orland books gigs on both coasts juggling the multitude of vocalists all vying to have his piano expertise to accompany them. One of his next shows in Los Angeles will be his Open Mic Event at the Write-Off Room March 22, 2024. Michael managed to answer a few of my queries during his drive to Palm Springs.  

Interview: Meet the New Broadway Baby of RuPaul's Drag Race- Plasma

The hills were alive with the sound of rusic last week as RuPaul's Drag Race contestants participated in the most anticipated challenge for all Broadway-lovers, the Rusical. How do you solve a problem like casting a Rusical? Well it isn't so much a problem with a true theatre queen like Plasma to lead the company.

Jasmine Rice LaBeija to Join FIVE, THE PARODY MUSICAL as Hillary Clinton

FIVE: The Parody Musical will welcome iconic drag legend Jasmine Rice LaBeija to the company as 45's original 'nasty' nemesis, Hillary Clinton.

Bernadette Peters, Adrienne Warren, Max von Essen & More to be Featured in Carnegie Hall 2024-25 Season

Carnegie Hall has revealed its programming for its 2024–2025 season, including approximately 170 concerts. See full programing and learn how to purchase tickets!

Performers Jim Caruso & Matt Baker Return To The Legendary Bemelmans Bar at The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

PERFORMERS JIM CARUSO & MATT BAKER return to Bemelmans Bar at The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel on Sundays from 9pm - Midnight starting Sunday, February 11, 2024. Join them for an evening of swinging standards and special guest performances. Don't miss this legendary show!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 5, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 5, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard in a New DEATH BECOMES HER Promo

Watch Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard in a new promo video for Death Becomes Her!

Tony And Emmy Award Winner Mandy Patinkin To Perform In San Diego at Balboa Theatre in June

Tony and Emmy Award winner Mandy Patinkin will perform in San Diego. Patinkin will headline the 31st Annual JFest with an evening of song at Balboa Theatre.

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.

Dolly Parton Wants to Find Actors to Play 'Dolly' in Upcoming Broadway Musical 'Through Different Means'

According to an interview with People Magazine, Dolly Parton says she wants to find actors to play herself in the musical based on her life through 'different means.'

ITheatrics And Junior Theater Group Celebrate Record-Breaking Junior Theater Festival Atlanta

iTheatrics and Junior Theater Group are celebrating a record-breaking Junior Theater Festival Atlanta.

Review Roundup: MEAN GIRLS Returns With New Movie Musical - Find Out What Critics Think!

The first public screenings of Mean Girls are here and the critics are revealing what they thought of the new movie musical adaptation. Ahead of the film's debut in theaters, find out what critics thought of the new movie musical. Read the reviews below and check back we continue to update this roundup with more reviews.

Review: OC Welcomes Weekend Holiday Concerts from Megan Hilty and Linda Eder

In December 2023, the OC welcomed back two powerhouse vocalists who each gave their own respective holiday-themed concerts: Broadway fave Megan Hilty at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa; and recording artist Linda Eder at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. To no one's surprise, both entertained and awed with their spectacular talents.

Arielle Jacobs, Adam Jacobs, Taylor Iman Jones and More To Appear at 2024 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta

iTheatrics and the Junior Theater Group has revealed the full line up of performers, adjudicators, playwrights, songwriters and educators who will take part in the 2024 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta.

Photos: Broadway Dreams Foundation Honors Bob Greenblatt At 16th Annual Gala

On Saturday, December 9, 2023, the Broadway Dreams Foundation ('Broadway Dreams') honored prolific producer of television, film, and Broadway, Robert Greenblatt at their 16th Annual Gala held at The Plaza Hotel in New York City.  See photos from the evening below.

Mandy Patinkin To Perform At The Michigan Theater in February

Mandy Patinkin in Concert: BEING ALIVE comes to the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, MI. Don't miss this electrifying evening of Broadway and classic American tunes performed by the acclaimed actor and singer Mandy Patinkin. Get your tickets now!

Cabaret Photographers: Helane Blumfield

Broadway World Cabaret gets photographic content from some of the best shutterbugs in the business. Here's a look at some of the captures they've shared with us.

Megan Hilty FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Megan Hilty has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

Megan Hilty has not appeared in the West End.

Megan Hilty has been nominated for several awards throughout her Broadway career. These nominations include Best Featured Actress in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Noises Off," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Noises Off," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Noises Off," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Noises Off," Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "9 to 5," and Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "9 to 5."

Megan Hilty has won the Best Featured Actress in a Play award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for her performance in Noises Off.

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