When Shuler Hensley graduated from the Manhattan School of Music's musical theater program in 2012, she had no idea she'd become a two-time Tony Award-winner, a Grammy-winning jazz bassist, and the head of the Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization.
But that's just the beginning: The New York Times reports Hensley, who won a Tony for his performance in August Wilson's Fences, is now making a name for himself in the entertainment industry as a writer, producer, and director.
He's worked on shows including Sunday in the Park with George, Rent, and Rent, among others, and he's currently starring in a revival of Into the Woods, per a press release.
Hensley, who also won a Tony for his performance in Sunday in the Park with George, tells the Times he's always wanted to be a musician.
"I've always wanted to be on stage," he says.
"I've always wanted to be in a show.
I've always wanted to be in the movies.
I've always wanted to be in commercials.
I've always wanted to be on TV.
I've always wanted to be in movies.
I've always wanted to be on Broadway Read the Entire Article
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