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Birth Place: Statesboro, GA

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Hunter Foster originated the role of Bobby Strong in the Broadway and Off-Broadway companies of Urinetown (Outer Critic and Lucille Lortel Award Nominations). Broadway: Grease (Roger), Footloose, Les Miserables and Alan Menken's King David. Toured nationally as the Rum Tum Tugger in Cats and understudied and performed the role of Martin Guerre in the Cameron Makintosh production of Martin Guerre. He also appeared in the New York premiere of Childen of Eden (Abel) by Stephen Schwartz at the Paper Mill Playhouse. He also appeared in the regional production of Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour) in the Summe of 2003. As a writer, he has penned books to the musicals Summer of '42 (which premiered off-broadway in the winter of 2002) and the upcoming Bonnie and Clyde and Fearless. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan's Musical Theatre Program (BFA 1992).

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STAGE CREDITS

Pump Boys and Dinettes Pump Boys and Dinettes
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Production, 2014
Performer
The Bridges of Madison County The Bridges of Madison County
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Bud Johnson
Hands on a Hardbody Hands on a Hardbody
[Broadway]
La Jolla Playhouse Broadway Transfer, 2013
Performer
Burning Burning
[Off-Broadway]
The New Group Production, 2011
Million Dollar Quartet Million Dollar Quartet
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Sam Phillips
Ordinary Days Ordinary Days
[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Underground Production, 2009
Jason
Happiness
[Off-Broadway]
2009
Stanley
Dust
[Off-Broadway]
2008
Zeke Catchman
Kiss of the Spider Woman
[Arlington, VA (Regional)]
Kander & Ebb Celebration Production, 2008
Molina
Frankenstein, A New Musical
[Off-Broadway]
2007
Victor Frankenstein
an oak tree
[Off-Broadway]
2006
Father [Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Man in the White Suit
[New York]
Reading, 2006
Performer
Party Come Here
[New York]
New York Musical Theatre Festival Production, 2006
Jack
Curtains
[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer
The Man in the White Suit
[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Sidney Stratton
Modern Orthodox
[Off-Broadway]
2004
Ben Jacobson [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Hair
[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Other Roles
Snoopy!!!
[New York]
New York Concert, 2004
Linus
Up in the Air
[New York]
Reading, 2003
Greg
Little Shop of Horrors Little Shop of Horrors
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Seymour
Seymour Krelborn
Seymour
Earth Girls Are Easy
[Off-Broadway]
Reading, 2002
Performer
Urinetown Urinetown
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2001
Bobby Strong
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Producers The Producers
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Leo Bloom [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
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Urinetown
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Bobby Strong
Martin Guerre
[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1999
Victor
Footloose
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Ensemble
Bickle
Ensemble
Bickle
Chuck Cranston (Understudy)
Ren McCormack (Understudy)
Coach Dunbar (Understudy)
Chuck Cranston (Unknown)
(Unknown)
Ren McCormack (Unknown)
Chuck Cranston (Unknown)
Ren McCormack (Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
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Chuck Cranston (Unknown)
(Unknown)
Coach Dunbar (Unknown)
(Unknown)
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Chuck Cranston (Unknown)
Coach Dunbar (Unknown)
Children of Eden
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1997
Performer
King David
[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1997
Ensemble
Jonathan (Understudy)
Absalom (Understudy)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
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Jonathan (Unknown)
(Unknown)
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Grease
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Roger
Teen Angel (Understudy) [Replacement]
Danny Zuko (Understudy) [Replacement]
Kenickie (Understudy) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Danny Zuko (Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Kenickie (Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Teen Angel (Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Kenickie (Unknown) [Replacement]
Teen Angel (Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Les Miserables Les Miserables
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Chain Gang [Replacement]
Joly [Replacement]
Chain Gang [Replacement]
Joly [Replacement]
Marius (Understudy) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Party Come Here
[New York]
Reading, 2005
Jack

Productions

A Connecticut Christmas CarolA Connecticut Christmas Carol
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2018]
Director
The Other Josh CohenThe Other Josh Cohen
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Director
The Drowsy ChaperoneThe Drowsy Chaperone
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2018]
Director
ClueClue
 
[Regional (US), 2017]
Director
A Connecticut Christmas CarolA Connecticut Christmas Carol
 
[East Haddam, CT (Regional), 2017]
Director
Jasper in DeadlandJasper in Deadland
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Book

Writing

Clue
Playwright
Summer of '42
Bookwriter

Movies

Paper Spiders
[ 2020 ] Professor Stern

TV Shows

O.T.P.
Dan
Submissions Only
Adam Cross

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Hunter Foster, Happiness


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Hunter Foster, Little Shop of Horrors

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Hunter Foster , Little Shop of Horrors

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Hunter Foster, Little Shop of Horrors

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Hunter Foster , Urinetown

The Lortels - 2002 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Hunter Foster, Urinetown


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Hunter FosterLittle Shop of Horrors

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CLUE Will Come to the Buddy Holly Hall in May Photo
CLUE Will Come to the Buddy Holly Hall in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026

The Broadway touring production of CLUE, based on the 1985 Paramount Pictures film and the classic Hasbro board game, will present four performances at The Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock as part of the 25-26 Broadway series.
Stephen Cerf, Nevada Riley and More Join Theatre Aspen's 43 Summer Season Photo
Stephen Cerf, Nevada Riley and More Join Theatre Aspen's 43 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026

Theatre Aspen revealed initial casting for Theatre Aspen’s 43rd summer season including Sylvia, Tony and Pulitzer Prize–winning musical A Chorus Line, and Grease.
Palo Alto Players Will Perform A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE, MARY POPPINS, and More in 96th Se Photo
Palo Alto Players Will Perform A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE, MARY POPPINS, and More in 96th Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Palo Alto Players announced its 2026-27 season, featuring A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, CLUE, Disney's MARY POPPINS, and ON GOLDEN POND at the Lucie Stern Theater. The season begins in September 2026.
CLUE Begins Performances at Wharton Center This Week Photo
CLUE Begins Performances at Wharton Center This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026

The stage adaptation of CLUE, directed by Broadway's Casey Hushion, runs April 7–12 at Wharton Center's Cobb Great Hall in East Lansing, with tickets starting at $44.
Center Theatre Group Reveals 2026/27 Season - THE TURNING WORLD Premiere and More Photo
Center Theatre Group Reveals 2026/27 Season - THE TURNING WORLD Premiere and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

Center Theatre Group has revealed twelve productions for the 2026/27 Season. The eight-show One CTG subscription package includes plays and musicals at the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre, including The Turning world premiere and more.
Review: THE BODYGUARD at John W. Engeman Theater Photo
Review: THE BODYGUARD at John W. Engeman Theater
by Sam Desmond - Mar 29, 2026

What did our critic think of THE BODYGUARD at John W. Engeman Theater?
Video: First Look at THE BODYGUARD at The John W. Engeman Theater Photo
Video: First Look at THE BODYGUARD at The John W. Engeman Theater
by Joshua Wright - Mar 18, 2026

Watch a first look video of The Bodyguard at The John W. Engeman Theater, running March 12 through April 26, 2026 in Northport, NY.
Photos: THE BODYGUARD Opening Night at the John W. Engeman Theater Photo
Photos: THE BODYGUARD Opening Night at the John W. Engeman Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026

The John W. Engeman Theater is presenting The Bodyguard, directed by Hunter Foster. Performances will run through Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the Engeman Theater. See photos from opening night!
Review: Kate Baldwin's THE BUCKET SHOW at 54 Below Belongs On Everyone's Wish List Photo
Review: Kate Baldwin's THE BUCKET SHOW at 54 Below Belongs On Everyone's Wish List
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 14, 2026

The Lady doesn't need improving.
CLUE Begins Performances At Pikes Peak Center This Month Photo
CLUE Begins Performances At Pikes Peak Center This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026

The murder mystery play CLUE, based on the popular Hasbro board game, will be performed at Pikes Peak Center from March 23-25. The production promises a blend of suspense and humor, keeping audiences engaged until the final twist.
Hunter Foster to Direct THE BODYGUARD At John W. Engeman Theater; Cast and Creative T Photo
Hunter Foster to Direct THE BODYGUARD At John W. Engeman Theater; Cast and Creative Team Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

The John W. Engeman Theater has announced the cast and creative team for THE BODYGUARD, directed by Hunter Foster. The musical will run March 12 through April 26, 2026, in Northport.
Theatre Aspen Reveals Complete Creative Team for 2026 Summer Season Photo
Theatre Aspen Reveals Complete Creative Team for 2026 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

Theatre Aspen has revealed the complete creative teams for Theatre Aspen’s 43rd summer season including Sylvia A Chorus Line and Grease. The productions will be presented from June to August 2026.
CLUE Comes to the Wharton Center Photo
CLUE Comes to the Wharton Center
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, will come to Wharton Center from Tuesday, April 7, to Sunday, April 12, 2026. 
Tickets to CLUE at The Hobby Center For The Performing Arts on Sale This Week Photo
Tickets to CLUE at The Hobby Center For The Performing Arts on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center has revealaed that tickets for Clue, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, will go on sale.
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGN Photo
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGNITE Concert Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

Prospect Musicals announced the return of the IGNITE Concert Festival of work-in-process musicals and related events, launching with musicalized book reading of Alexandra Silber’s After Anatevka, and concluding with a concert of the genre-bending new pop musical Proud Marys, presented in partnership with National Asian Artists Project.
Harris Center Will Present CLUE: Live on Stage in March Photo
Harris Center Will Present CLUE: Live on Stage in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026

CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, comes to Folsom from March 5 to March 8, 2026.
Gabrielle Beckford, Harper Miles and More to Star in CHASING GRACE at SheNYC ARTS Photo
Gabrielle Beckford, Harper Miles and More to Star in CHASING GRACE at SheNYC ARTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

SheNYC ARTS is presenting the World Premiere of Elizabeth Addison’s new musical, Chasing Grace, starring Gabrielle Beckford and Harper Miles with music direction by Jacinth Greywoode.
Theatre Under The Stars To Present MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At The Hobby Center Photo
Theatre Under The Stars To Present MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At The Hobby Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

Theatre Under The Stars will present Million Dollar Quartet at the Hobby Center in Houston from February 17 through March 1. The musical recreates the 1956 Sun Records session featuring Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
COME FROM AWAY, 42ND STREET, and More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2026 Season Photo
COME FROM AWAY, 42ND STREET, and More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Sharon Playhouse will present a diverse lineup for its 2026 season, including both mainstage and YouthStage productions, showcasing community talent and creativity.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards Photo
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 15, 2026

Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Hunter Foster been in?

Hunter Foster has appeared on Broadway in 12 shows.

How many West End shows has Hunter Foster been in?

Hunter Foster has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Hunter Foster been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Happiness, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Urinetown , Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Urinetown and Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors.

What awards has Hunter Foster won?

Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors.

How many shows has Hunter Foster written?

Hunter Foster has written 2 shows including Summer of '42 (Bookwriter), Clue (Playwright).

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