Who is Megan Hilty?
A mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend, dog-owner/lover, actress & singer who lives in NYC… at the moment!
What would you do differently to what you do now?
I would either be a makeup artist or a chef. I’ve always been obsessed with makeup – and I love to feed people.
Who inspires you and why?
I’ve been really fortunate to work with a lot of incredible women who all inspire me for many reasons. Dolly Parton is at the top of the list for being a great businesswoman who treats everyone with great respect. She also approaches every situation with a positive attitude and an incredible sense of humor.
What would you do to make a difference in the world?
Invent some kind of technology that would force people to turn their phones off when they attend live theater. That would definitely make the world a better place!
Favourite holiday destination and why?
Hawaii. My husband and I try to get there once a year. Time just seems to stand still when you’re there so it’s the one place where I feel like I can really relax.
When friends come to town, what attraction would you take them to, and why?
When people come visit me in NYC I take them to my favorite bakery, Levain, to get the best cookies in town and then take a long walk in Central Park.
What are you currently reading?
Amy Poehler’s Yes Please.
What are you currently listening to?
I’m doing a Rosemary Clooney show at The Cafe Carlyle right now so I’m listening to a lot of her music.
Happiness is?
Being with my family.
What does the future hold for you?
A concert tour through Australia! I’m visiting Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Adelaide – I can’t wait!
After several critically acclaimed tours across the United States and Canada, star of stage, screen and music, Megan Hilty is set to shine her light on Australia.
Rising to prominence on Broadway for her musical roles, including her performance as Glinda in Wicked and her portrayal of Doralee Rhodes in 9 to 5: The Musical, her voice has been featured in multiple Disney and DreamWorks animations, and can also be heard singing alongside Placido Domingo on his duet album.
With appearances on television’s Bones, The Closer, Desperate Housewives and recently The Good Wife, Megan is best known for her starring role as Ivy Lynn on the musical-drama TV series, Smash and her performance of the show’s original songs, including the Grammy Award nominated Let Me Be Your Star.
In Australia to perform at the 2016 Adelaide Cabaret Festival (11 June), Megan and her ensemble will present a program that reflects her entire career, from Wicked to Smash to Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Megan will also perform at Arts Centre Melbourne (8 June); Queensland Performing Arts Centre (9 June); and the Theatre Royal, Sydney (10 June).
Image: Megan Hilty (supplied)