I want “to be” a part of the solution, not part of the problem.
I want “to be” a member of an equitable society.
I want “to be” Hamlet again so I can say “to be or not to be” again.
I want “to be” chock full of antibodies.
I want “to be” able to play the piano.
I want “to be” a good parent to my son and daughter, Dawson the cat and Kinley the dog.
I want “to be” in more movies/tv/theater that spread queer joy.
Michael Urie is an actor for the stage and screen. He currently stars in new Broadway play, ‘Chicken & Biscuits’, and he leads the film Single All the Way, Netflix’s first gay holiday rom-com. Michael is well known for his portrayal of Marc St. James on the ABC dramedy television series Ugly Betty, as well as his varied on-stage roles, namely his one man show Buyer & Cellar and his critically acclaimed performance in Torch Song. Outside of his acting and producing career, Michael continues to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights as well as many other important social issues. Michael, alongside producer Doug Nevin and Festival director Nick Mayo, created PRIDE PLAYS, which celebrates spectacular queer-themed works from renowned artists.
