Minju Michelle Lee

I’m Minju (they/them)! I am a proud Korean-American artist born and raised in Boulder, Colorado nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.  I recently wrapped up the North American premiere of 42 Balloons, a brand-new musical by Jack Godfrey at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, where I played The Kid/Ensemble under the direction of Ellie Coote. Before that, I originated the role of CARTER in The Morris & Essex Line by Joshua Salzman & Ryan Cunningham, directed by John Simpkins, which debuted at 54 Below this past January. I’m a BFA Musical Theatre grad from Penn State University, where I spent four years in Happy Valley making theatre, music, and the best kind of chaos. A few highlights: playing Mark in RENT, associate choreographing and dance captaining The Great Comet of 1812, and being deeply involved in the creation and performance of new works. Throughout my time at Penn State, I was an active student leader and board member for Kesem Central PA in which our mission is to “support children through and beyond their parent’s cancer with free, fun-filled, creative programs and a lasting community.” Fun facts? I grew up as a student athlete (basketball was my main character arc and I felt like I was living out my true Troy Bolton fantasies). I am also a singer-songwriter and love to use this medium to share personal experiences and stories!  Do What Excites :)