Michael Urie on Returning to ‘Oh, Mary!,’ His Second ‘Shrinking’ Emmy Nod and 20 Years of ‘Ugly Betty’: ‘That Show Was So Ahead of Its Time’

By Ellise Shafer

Ellise Shafer

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Ever since Michael Urie‘s stint in “Oh, Mary!” on Broadway last year, he’s been wanting to return.

The actor, known for his TV roles in “Ugly Betty” and “Shrinking” in addition to a plethora of theater work, starred as Mary’s Teacher alongside Jinkx Monsoon as the title character in Cole Escola’s Tony-winning play — about a reimagined version of Mary Todd Lincoln who is prone to humorous outbursts and just really, really wants to be a cabaret star. Its ridiculous premise, hilarious physical comedy and shocking twist have made it a huge hit, not only in New York but also on London’s West End, where it transferred last year with Mason Alexander Park in the lead role.

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