Thailand has never been short of superstars, with countless talents making waves on the international stage – from music and film to fashion and beyond. This time, all eyes are on New York’s iconic theatre scene, where Myra Molloy steps into the spotlight as the first Thai leading lady to make history in a Broadway production.
Myra Molloy, also known as Myra Maniphatson, shot to fame in the kingdom back in 2011 when she won the first season of Thailand’s Got Talent at just 13 years old, impressing everyone with her mix of classical and Broadway tunes. From there, her journey took her to the international stage, where she made it to the top six on ABC’s Rising Star. Even with all her global success, Myra stays connected to her Thai roots and you can still hear her voice as Moana in Disney’s animated film.
Myra’s theatrical talents shone brightly during the 2018-2019 US tour of the acclaimed sung-through musical Miss Saigon, where she captivated audiences as the alternate for the role of Kim.
Congratulations to Myra Molloy on making history as the first Thai actress to lead in a Broadway musical! Myra is set to join the cast of the Tony Award-winning Hadestown, a reimagining of the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. The story follows the couple on a daring journey to the underworld, where Orpheus fights to save Eurydice.
Taking over the role of Eurydice from Hailey Kilgore, who performs her final show on May 4, Myra will make her debut on May 6 at the iconic Walter Kerr Theatre.
This milestone marks a proud moment for Thailand, showcasing the immense talent Thai performers bring to the global stage. With the right support from the government, we could see even more Thai stars shining globally in the future.