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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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STAGE CREDITS

Saturday Church
[Off-Broadway]
2025
Ensemble ()
Once Upon a Mattress Once Upon a Mattress
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Jester
Some Like It Hot Some Like It Hot
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Jerry/Daphne
Mrs. Doubtfire Mrs. Doubtfire
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Andre Mayem
Mrs. Doubtfire Mrs. Doubtfire
[Regional (US)]
5th Avenue Theatre Pre-Broadway Production, 2019
The Sting The Sting
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
World Premiere at Paper Mill Playhouse, 2018
Johnny Hooker
Kinky Boots Kinky Boots
[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Lola [Replacement]
Performer
Lola [Replacement]
Kinky Boots Kinky Boots
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
[Replacement]
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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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Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
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On Sunday, November 16, the cast and creators of NBC’s Stumble visited New York City’s St. James Theater to celebrate Kristin Chenoweth’s turn as Jackie Siegel in The Queen of Versailles on Broadway. Check out photos from the Stumble reunion here!
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by Team BWW - Nov 17, 2025

Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. Cast your vote now!
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Watch the Premiere of Next On Stage: Season 6
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 14, 2025

Who has made the Top 30 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? Tune in to the episode here to find out!
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Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Jim Parsons and More Join 92NY to Celebrate 35 Years of New 42
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

92NY hosted a special event yesterday celebrating the 35th anniversary of the non-profit arts organization New 42, featuring an all-star Broadway panel with Mandy Gonzalez, Jim Parsons, J. Harrison Ghee, and Celia Keenan-Bolger in conversation with New 42 President & CEO Russell Granet. Check out photos below!
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Photos: Inside The York Theatre's 33rd Annual Oscar Hammerstein Awards Gala
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 11, 2025

The York Theatre recently held its 33rd Annual Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, honoring Jerry Zaks and Joan Ross Sorkin. Check out photos from the event here!
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The York Theatre announced the launch of its 2025 Fall Benefit Auction.
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Listen: Plasma Drops Debut Album 'Is Miss Thing On? (Live from Joe's Pub)'
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J Harrison Ghee, Rob McClure and More Join 33rd Annual Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

The York Theatre Company will host its 33rd Annual Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at The Edison Ballroom (240 West 47th Street, New York City).
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Beau The Musical just celebrated opening night at its new home at The Distillery at St. Luke’s Theatre. For this production of Beau the Musical, St. Luke’s Theatre has been completely transformed into a distillery with a fully functioning bar used throughout the performance. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
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Voting Now Open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 6
by Team BWW - Oct 22, 2025

Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. Cast your vote today!
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J. Harrison Ghee, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Join New 42 Event Photo
J. Harrison Ghee, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Join New 42 Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025

Step into the spotlight for a rare and dazzling afternoon as New 42 marks its 35th anniversary featuring J. Harrison Ghee, Mandy Gonzalez and more. Learn more.
Video: Plasma and J. Harrison Ghee Perform 'That's Life' From New Live Album Photo
Video: Plasma and J. Harrison Ghee Perform 'That's Life' From New Live Album
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 10, 2025

Drag Race alum Plasma has shared the first single from her forthcoming live debut album, Is Miss Thing On? (Live from Joe’s Pub). Check out the music video, featuring the star performing a duet of “That’s Life” with Tony-winner J. Harrison Ghee. 
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FILIPINOS ON BROADWAY and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week
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Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Filipinos on Broadway featuring Tatianna Cordoba and more! See the full lineup here.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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?

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Some Like it Hot, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Some Like It Hot, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Some Like it Hot and Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Some Like It Hot.

What awards has J. Harrison Ghee won?

J. Harrison Ghee has won several prestigious awards for their performance in Some Like It Hot. These include the Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk 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.

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