MaryAnn Hu, a talented actress from Los Angeles, California, has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry with her diverse range of credits.
Her Broadway debut was in the musical "Miss Saigon", and she has since appeared in notable productions such as "My Fair Lady" and Disney's "Frozen" as Queen Iduna.
Hu has had the privilege of working on numerous notable projects, including Lincoln Center's Tony award-winning revival of "South Pacific", where she portrayed Bloody Mary, and the Tony-winning revival of "The King and I" as Lady Thiang, alongside Ken Watanabe.
Her impressive resume also includes a revival of "Sunday In The Park With George", directed by Sarna Lapine, alongside Jake Gyllenhaal.
In addition to her stage work, Hu has recurred on the NBC sitcom "Whoopi" as Soo Lin, the chain-smoking, drinking, and poker-buddy of the titular character, played by Whoopi Goldberg.
Hu is a dedicated student of Wynn Handman and has also studied at the Upright Citizens Brigade in both Los Angeles and New York City. She is an active member of the Indie Improv scene, performing with teams such as Open Relationship, The PickleBacks, and Baby Grand.
As a proud panelist for the National Youngarts Foundation, Hu emphasizes the importance of self-care and mental health in nurturing the next generation of young artists and performers. She is also an adjunct professor at NYU and USC, where she shares her expertise and passion for the arts.
In her personal life, Hu is married to jazz bass player Dave Phillips and enjoys indulging in her favorite snack, French fries.
