Michael Urie

Michael Urie, a notable actor and director, has been recognized for his numerous contributions to the world of theater, television, and film. Notably, his role as Marc St. James in "Ugly Betty" earned him nominations for a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Teen Choice Award. After his debut on Broadway in 2012 with "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying," he went on to receive a Lucille Lortel Award for his performance in "The Temperamentals" and a Clarence Derwent Award for his solo performance in "Buyer & Cellar." Furthermore, he has contributed to the world of film by directing and serving as an executive producer for the 2012 film "He's Way More Famous Than You."

Urie has lent his voice to the podcast soap opera "As the Curtain Rises" by the Broadway Podcast Network. He also hosted "Cocktails & Classics," a show on Logo TV, where he and celebrity panels discussed classic movies. Urie's role as Arnold Beckoff in the Broadway revival of Harvey Fierstein's "Torch Song" and his portrayal of Prince Hamlet in the Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of "Hamlet" further demonstrate his theatrical versatility.

In recent years, Urie has continued to make his mark in the entertainment industry. His 2021 role in the Netflix Christmas romantic comedy "Single All the Way" was followed by his performance in "Spamalot" at the Kennedy Center, which earned him a Helen Hayes Award nomination. Currently, he stars in "Shrinking" and voices Hermes in "Krapopolis." His upcoming performances include "Once Upon a Mattress" at the New York City Center and Paramount's "Goodrich."

Urie is the co-founder and festival producer of the annual Pride Plays in New York. He is a strong advocate for queer representation.