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J. Harrison Ghee 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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J. Harrison Ghee STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Jester

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Jerry/Daphne

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Andre Mayem

[Regional (US)]
5th Avenue Theatre Pre-Broadway Production, 2019
Andre Mayem

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
World Premiere at Paper Mill Playhouse, 2018
Johnny Hooker

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Performer

Lola [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Lola [Replacement]

Lola [Replacement]

Lola [Replacement]

Lola [Replacement]


J. Harrison Ghee 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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Video: J. Harrison Ghee Performs 'Let There Be Light' from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL

Watch J. Harrison Ghee perform 'Let There Be Light' from the Goodman's Theatre world premiere of Garden of Good and Evil, the stage musical adaptation of John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book brought to life by creators MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac (book), Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (music and lyrics) with choreography by Tanya Birl-Torres.
Interview: Chatting With Adam Heller, Star of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF At The Muny

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF premiered on Broadway on September 22, 1964. For the past 60-years it has been part of the fabric of the American musical theatre. This Friday evening, when FIDDLER ON THE ROOF opens at The Muny, the fiddler will be perched high upon a rooftop in Forest Park and play those familiar iconic notes. Adam Heller, as Tevye, and the rest of the cast will take the stage and sing about the importance of tradition in their village of Anatevka.  
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre

What did the critics think of Goodman Theatre's world-premiere musical Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil? The musical is a stage adaptation of John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book—brought to life by creators MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac (book), Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (music and lyrics) with choreography by Tanya Birl-Torres.
Review: MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL is a sprawling, messy musical that weaves together the threads of several characters in 1980s Savannah, Georgia. Composer/lyricist Jason Robert Brown draws on a variety of different musical styles, while Taylor Mac’s book scenes present a series of vignettes for the Savannah residents.
Video: Highlights from MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL

Goodman Theatre is presenting the world-premiere musical Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Check out video highlights of the cast in action here!
Photos: First Look at MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre

Get a first look at photos of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil at Goodman Theatre. See who is starring and learn more about the production!
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Extends at Goodman Theatre

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil has been extended at Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres Makes MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Dance

The new musical Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil—a world-premiere musical based on John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book is gearing up for its world premiere at Chicago's Goodman Theatre. Hear the show's choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres discuss how the dirt of Savannah informed the process of making Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil dance in the video.
Video: Tony-Winner Rob Ashford Talks MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL

The new musical Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil—a world-premiere musical based on John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book is gearing up for its world premiere at Chicago's Goodman Theatre. Hear the show's Tony-winning director, Rob Ashford discuss bringing the world of the book to the stage. Watch the video!
Video: Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown Talk MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL

The new musical Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil—a world-premiere musical based on John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book is gearing up for its world premiere at Chicago's Goodman Theatre. Hear the show's authors, MacArthur “Genius” Grantee Taylor Mac and Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown, discuss the process of creating the show in the new video.
Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Sierra Boggess, And More Prep For MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL World Premiere

Check out photos from inside rehearsals for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil—a world-premiere musical based on John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book!
Video: Choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres On MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at the Goodman

Watch as MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL choreographer Tanya Birl-Torres describes why she's excited to be a part of this highly anticipated world premiere production and how the secrets in Savannah's soil inspired her work.
Goodman Theatre Announces A Summer 2024 Line-up For All Ages And Interests

Discover the exciting lineup for Goodman Theatre's Summer 2024 season, featuring a mix of classic plays, contemporary works, and world premieres. Enjoy diverse and dynamic performances all summer long.
Video: Rob Ashford Discusses MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL

Watch as Rob Ashford discusses Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.
Sutton Foster Will Lead ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway Beginning This Summer

 ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will open on Broadway this summer at The Hudson Theatre, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster! Foster will lead the Broadway cast, reprising her acclaimed performance as Winnifred the Woebegone.
Review: 2024 DPAC Rising Star Awards

The DPAC Rising Star Awards is a regional competition that brings together high school musical theater students from Central and Eastern North Carolina to perform and compete for the chance to represent the Triangle in The National High School Musical Theater (otherwise known as The Jimmy) Awards in New York City on June 24th. The national competition celebrates outstanding student performances in high school musical productions from all over the United States. This year, students from 31 local high schools submitted applications in the hopes of being selected as a Triangle Rising Stars' Top 20 finalist.
Social: WICKED Stars, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lea Michele And More Hit the 2024 Met Gala!

It's the first Monday in May and the stars are stepping out once more for this year's Met Gala to benefit the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Hit the iconic steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with all your faves in our social roundup!
Stars In The House To Livestream THE BROADWAY SITZPROBE EXPERIENCE: SHE LOVES ME On May 6

On May 6, from 7 PM ET to 10 PM ET, Stars in the House, the award-winning streaming variety/fundraising show co-hosted by Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson, will livestream The Broadway Sitzprobe Experience: She Loves Me.
Review: Luke Islam LIVE IN CONCERT at The Cutting Room

For his age, Luke Islam has incredible vocal control, range, and awareness of what he wants. Islam’s solo show at the Cutting Room on Sunday April 28th at 7 pm featured a mix of the Broadway classics he grew up on, and R&B classics.
Broadway Cares #RedBuckets Raise $4,702,394 in Spring Fundraising Competition

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ Spring Fundraising Competition topped $4,702,394. Learn more!

J. Harrison Ghee 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?

J. Harrison Ghee has been nominated for several awards for his role in "Some Like It Hot," including Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League 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.

What awards has J. Harrison Ghee won?

J. Harrison Ghee has won the following awards for his role in "Some Like It Hot": - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) - Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards)

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