Helen J. Shen
In 2022 Shen made her professional stage debut as Kyung-Hwa in Williamstown Theatre Festival's production of Man of God. The following year, she originated the role of JJ in the world premiere of the musical The Lonely Few at Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles, California.
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BIO
In 2022 Shen made her professional stage debut as Kyung-Hwa in Williamstown Theatre Festival's production of Man of God. The following year, she originated the role of JJ in the world premiere of the musical The Lonely Few at Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles, California. She then appeared off-Broadway in Playwrights Horizons's world premiere of the musical Teeth as Promise Keeper Girl Keke; she left the role later that year to reprise her role as JJ in MCC Theater's 2024 New York debut of The Lonely Few.
In November 2024 Shen originated the leading female role of Claire in the Broadway production of the musical Maybe Happy Ending, which had premiered in Korea in 2016. For this role she was nominated for the 2025 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical. She also received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Musical Theater Album at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.
She appeared in The Devil Wears Prada 2 as Jin Chao.
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical
Helen J. Shen, Maybe Happy Ending
Drama League Awards - 2025 - DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE
Helen J. Shen, Maybe Happy Ending
Videos
Video: Helen J. Shen Talks Filming THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 While Starring in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-30 11:54:39
Video: Helen J. Shen is Anne Hathaway's New Assistant in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-16 16:08:41
Video: Ingrid Michaelson Sings 'The Way I Am' at Lincoln Center
by Michael Major - 2026-04-07 12:33:33
Video: See Helen J Shen in Final Trailer for THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-06 13:27:41
Video: Meryl Streep Shares THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Clip, Expresses Excitement for MAMMA MIA 3 on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-02 11:05:48
Video: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Drops New Teaser; Tickets Now on Sale
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-12 10:43:47
Video: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, & More in New Trailer for THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-01 20:14:53
Video: Darren Criss Discusses the 'Joy' of Returning to MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-08 13:02:35
Video: Darren Criss Teams Up with Third Reprise for 80s Pop Rock Cover of 'I'm Not That Girl' From WICKED
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-24 13:46:22
Video: Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway Return in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Teaser Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-12 12:26:51
Video: Andrew Barth Feldman Takes Final Bow in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Michael Major - 2025-11-03 11:33:38
Video: Darren Criss 'Passes the Charger' to Andrew Barth Feldman at MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Michael Major - 2025-09-05 15:51:00
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Darren Criss and Will Aronson Talk Show's Success on PBS NewsHour
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-30 11:53:55
Video: Broadway In Bryant Park Returns With MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, BOOP! and More
by Joey Mervis - 2025-07-11 11:40:00
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-18 15:39:31
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Right Hand Man / One Last Time' From HAMILTON at MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-06-13 09:37:32
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Shows Off Their New Tony Award Mid-Song
by Michael Major - 2025-06-11 09:54:06
Video: Jordan Tyson Sings 'Strangers Like Me' From TARZAN MCC's MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-06-03 11:56:19
News
Photos: Backstage with the Stars of LIZA! AT 80 at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 29, 2026
Transport Group presented Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. The cast included Kate Baldwin, Lauren Blackman, Mario Cantone, Kristin Chenoweth, Nikki Renée Daniels, Dez Duron, Claybourne Elder, and more. Check out photos from backstage here.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 29, 2026
Transport Group presented Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. The cast included Kate Baldwin, Lauren Blackman, Mario Cantone, Kristin Chenoweth, Nikki Renée Daniels, Dez Duron, Claybourne Elder, and more. Check out photos from backstage here.
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth, Donna Murphy and More in LIZA! AT 80 Celebration
by Nicole Wilson - Jun 26, 2026
Transport Group presented Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. The cast included Kate Baldwin, Lauren Blackman, Mario Cantone, Kristin Chenoweth, and more. See photos!
by Nicole Wilson - Jun 26, 2026
Transport Group presented Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. The cast included Kate Baldwin, Lauren Blackman, Mario Cantone, Kristin Chenoweth, and more. See photos!
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Sets July Streaming Dates on Disney+ and Hulu
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada 2 will make its streaming debut on both Disney+ and Hulu on July 29, following its digital release on June 30. The movie hit theaters on May 1.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada 2 will make its streaming debut on both Disney+ and Hulu on July 29, following its digital release on June 30. The movie hit theaters on May 1.
Listen: MURDER AT THE GATES Single Featuring Gaten Matarazzo; Concept Album Available to Pre-Order
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2026
The concept album for MURDER AT THE GATES, a new musical by Tony Award winner Steven Sater and musician James Bourne, is set for release with lead single 'f**kin' Scream' featuring Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2026
The concept album for MURDER AT THE GATES, a new musical by Tony Award winner Steven Sater and musician James Bourne, is set for release with lead single 'f**kin' Scream' featuring Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo.
Review: Darren Criss Kicks Off New Concert Dates in Boston
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 3, 2026
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH DARREN CRISS at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 3, 2026
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH DARREN CRISS at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 18, 2026
The best of the New York City theatre community gathered at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards. Stars in attendance included John Lithgow, Norbert Leo Butz, Alex Brightman, Beth Leavel, Donna McKechnie, and more. Check out photos here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 18, 2026
The best of the New York City theatre community gathered at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards. Stars in attendance included John Lithgow, Norbert Leo Butz, Alex Brightman, Beth Leavel, Donna McKechnie, and more. Check out photos here!
Sierra Boggess, Liz Callaway and More to Perform at 70th Drama Desk Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
The Drama Desk Awards has revealed the line-up of special performances and tributes for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, taking place Sunday, May 17, 2026 at The Town Hall.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
The Drama Desk Awards has revealed the line-up of special performances and tributes for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, taking place Sunday, May 17, 2026 at The Town Hall.
Jessica Vosk and Nicole Fosse Join LIZA! AT 80 at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026
Transport Group has announced Jessica Vosk and Nicole Fosse as the latest additions to LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night tribute to Liza Minnelli at Carnegie Hall.
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026
Transport Group has announced Jessica Vosk and Nicole Fosse as the latest additions to LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night tribute to Liza Minnelli at Carnegie Hall.
Raúl Esparza, Norbert Leo Butz, Beth Leavel and More to Present at 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
The 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards is set to be the largest gathering in the organization's seven-decade history — with the most Drama Desk winners and nominees, past and present, ever assembled for the ceremony.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
The 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards is set to be the largest gathering in the organization's seven-decade history — with the most Drama Desk winners and nominees, past and present, ever assembled for the ceremony.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 4, 2026- Spotlight on WICKED's New Stars and More
by - May 4, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 4, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 4, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 4, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Soundtrack: New Songs by Lady Gaga
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada 2 soundtrack is here! Stream 13 new songs including Lady Gaga's 'RUNWAY' with Doechii, plus Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa, SZA, Laufey & more.
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada 2 soundtrack is here! Stream 13 new songs including Lady Gaga's 'RUNWAY' with Doechii, plus Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa, SZA, Laufey & more.
What Do the Drama Desk Awards Nominations Mean for the 2026 Tony Awards?
by Sidney Paterra - May 1, 2026
Earlier this week, Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen announced the nominations for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which will be held on Monday, May 17. What does the news mean for the rest of awards season? Does love from the Drama Desk usually mean that a Tony nomination will follow?
by Sidney Paterra - May 1, 2026
Earlier this week, Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen announced the nominations for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which will be held on Monday, May 17. What does the news mean for the rest of awards season? Does love from the Drama Desk usually mean that a Tony nomination will follow?
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 1, 2026- Inside MISCAST26 with Lea Michele, Darren Criss and More
by - May 1, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 1, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Broadway Watch Guide May 2026: SUFFS, AMADEUS, & More Theater Titles
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026
This May, there are plenty of new titles for Broadway fans to watch, including the film recording of Suffs, the series adaptation of Amadeus, Aleshea Harris's Is God Is film, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026
This May, there are plenty of new titles for Broadway fans to watch, including the film recording of Suffs, the series adaptation of Amadeus, Aleshea Harris's Is God Is film, and more.
Video: Helen J. Shen Talks Filming THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 While Starring in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending star Helen J. Shen recently sat down with ABC News’ Linsey Davis and her Devil Wears Prada 2 co-stars Simone Ashley and Caleb Hearon to discuss the new film. Watch the interview, where she talks about balancing the two projects.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending star Helen J. Shen recently sat down with ABC News’ Linsey Davis and her Devil Wears Prada 2 co-stars Simone Ashley and Caleb Hearon to discuss the new film. Watch the interview, where she talks about balancing the two projects.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 30, 2026- Lea Michele Talks CHESS and More
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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 30, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 30, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep Return in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2026
Reviews are now in for The Devil Wears Prada 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2006 film, starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci. Find out what critics think in our review roundup.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2026
Reviews are now in for The Devil Wears Prada 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2006 film, starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci. Find out what critics think in our review roundup.
70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.
LIZA! AT 80 Celebration To Feature Kristin Chenoweth, Donna Murphy, Beth Leavel and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Transport Group announced tickets on sale for LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night-only tribute at Carnegie Hall featuring Kristin Chenoweth, Donna Murphy, Andrew Rannells, and more honoring Liza Minnelli's 60-year career.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Transport Group announced tickets on sale for LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night-only tribute at Carnegie Hall featuring Kristin Chenoweth, Donna Murphy, Andrew Rannells, and more honoring Liza Minnelli's 60-year career.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 23, 2026- BEACHES Opens On Broadway and More
by - Apr 23, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 23, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Helen J. Shen been in?
Helen J. Shen has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Helen J. Shen been in?
Helen J. Shen has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Helen J. Shen been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending and DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending.
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