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BIO

Diana is an actor, singer, voice-over artist and activist. She received a Helen Hayes Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Kim in Signature Theatre's MISS SAIGON as well as a Gregory Award for Best Actress for playing Ariel in the National Tour of DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID. She made international headlines for combating racism over her casting as Ariel and her activism in equality in the arts.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Katrina


Productions

 
[Broadway, 2025]
Associate Producer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Diana HueyMiss Saigon

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News


Photos: Amanda Green & Friends Perform at Birdland Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club was packed on Monday night, June 30, for Amanda Green & Friends, a sensational evening of song and laughter. See photos here and learn more about the show!
Village Theatre Reveals Full Casting for 22nd Annual Festival of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2025

Village Theatre has announced full casting for its 22nd Annual Festival of New Musicals, taking place August 8–10, 2025, at the Francis J. Gaudette Theatre in Issaquah, Washington. The beloved summer tradition celebrates new work and local artistry, with all staged readings featuring performers from the vibrant Seattle theater community.
WINNER Concept EP Featuring Taylor Iman Jones and Jade McLeod To Be Released This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

In celebration of Pride 2025, New York Theatre Barn will release a concept album of the original musical Winner featuring Taylor Iman Jones and Jade McLeod. Learn more!
Video: Jenn Colella and More Sing Songs From Queer Musicals Recorded by Theatre Barn Records
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

In celebration of Pride 2025, New York Theatre Barn released a video playlist of songs from queer musicals recorded by Theatre Barn Records. Learn more here!
Carmen Cusack, Nik Walker and More to Star in BULL DURHAM Developmental Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse will present a private reading of the new musical Bull Durham, which will open the theater’s upcoming 2025-2026 season. Learn more about the reading here!
IAMA Theatre Company Will Host Industry Presentation Workshop Of MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

IAMA Theatre Company will host an industry presentation workshop of Millennials Are Killing Musicals by Nico Juber, directed by Marlo Hunter this month. Learn more here!
Taylor Iman Jones, Alex Wyse, Jade McLeod And More To Be Featured On WINNER Concept EP
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025

New York Theatre Barn's record label, Theatre Barn Records, will record a concept EP of the original musical Winner, featuring Taylor Iman Jones (Six, Head Over Heels), Jade McLeod (Jagged Little Pill), and Alex Wyse (Good Night, Oscar, Spring Awakening).
Caitlin Houlahan, Nik Walker And More To Lead ALICE IN NEVERLAND Industry Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

The new musical Alice in Neverland will host an industry reading at New 42 Studios on  Thursday, December 12, 2024, in New York City.
Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Red Carpet Arrivals
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 12, 2024

The best of Broadway came out to celebrate at the Belasco Theatre, where Maybe Happy Ending held its special gala performance. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the starry guest arrivals below.
Julia Murney, Major Attaway & More to Join the 36th Annual Festival of New Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024

​National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed additional cast members and final details about the lineup for the 36th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Kate Baldwin, Julie Benko, and More Join National Alliance for Musical Theatre's FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 36thAnnual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages
Photos: Christopher DeLair's LIFE IN THE AIR Debuts At The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024

On Wednesday at the Green Room 42, writer and composer Christopher DeLair was joined by Maria Wirries, Diana Huey, George Dvorsky, Vishal Vaidya, Julie Reiber, Cayman Ilika, Stavros Koumbaros, Alexa Greene, Sabrina Shah, Elaine Romanelli, Rachel Stern, Taylor Pardell, Chrissy Pardo and musicians f Chris Ranney (piano), Adam Wolfe (drums), Alan Stevens Hewitt (bass), Kiwon Nahm (violin) for DeLair's NYC club debut, a show titled Life in the Air: The Music of Christopher DeLair. See photos from the show.
Writer and Composer Christopher DeLair Arrives In NYC
by Team BWW - Sep 10, 2024

The next month promises to be one of the busiest and most exciting in writer and composer Christopher DeLair’s career. On Wednesday, September 11th he makes his New York City club debut at The Green Room 42.
Industry Pro Newsletter: A 'Radical Reshaping' in Seattle, StrawHat to Suspend Operations
by Alex Freeman - Sep 9, 2024

Stories include the opening of nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards and the donation from Ken Ludwig to save Hall’s Croft. Financial difficulties are impacting institutions like the University of the Arts and Seattle’s theater scene, prompting a rethinking of models and operations.
Christopher DeLair Debuts At The Green Room 42 With LIFE IN THE AIR
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2024

Christopher DeLair's NYC club debut at The Green Room 42 features Life In The Air, an evening of original theatrical and contemporary pop music with nearly a dozen musicians.
VIDEO: Final Curtain Call For Pre-Broadway QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Joshua Wright - Aug 27, 2024

Watch the final curtain call for The Queen of Versailles at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. The production concluded its run on August 2th, 2024.
QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Resumes Performances in Boston Following Cancellation Due To Battery Leak
by Joshua Wright - Aug 21, 2024

The Queen of Versailles will resume performances at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in time for the matinée after a performance cancellation due to a 'battery leak' on August 20th. Producer Bill Damaschke shared the news with the seated audience.
Review Roundup: Kristin Chenoweth Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Joshua Wright - Aug 2, 2024

The Queen of Versailles will take its Broadway bow during the 2025-26 season, following a the world premiere engagement at the Emerson Colonial Theatre that officially opened on August 1st, 2024. Read all the reviews!
Photos: First Look At Kristin Chenoweth & Company in QUEEN OF VERSAILLES; Announces Broadway Run
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2024

The Queen of Versailles will take its Broadway bow during the 2025-26 season, following a the world premiere engagement at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Check out all-new photos of the cast in action!
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Celebrates Birthday On Stage at THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Joshua Wright - Jul 25, 2024

Watch as Kristin Chenoweth celebrates her birthday on stage at Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre following a performance of The Queen of Versailles. The celebration happened after the performance on July 24th, 2024.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Diana Huey been nominated for?

and Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Miss Saigon.

What awards has Diana Huey won?

Diana Huey won the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Resident Musical award at the Helen Hayes Awards for her performance in Miss Saigon.

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