CGA 2025 Rising Star Clare Hughes interviewed by Anousha Zarkesh

CLARE HUGHES graduated from the National Institute of Dramatic Art in 2022. Straight out of drama school Clare was cast in the leading role of “Lisa” in the ABC television series adaptation LADIES IN BLACK, which also stars Debi Mazar and Miranda Otto. Following this, Clare completed filming on the second season of successful ABC series TEN POUND POMS (SEASON 2) playing the role of “Birdie”. Clare made her professional theatre debut in the Old Fitz production of SITTING, SCREAMING, directed by Lucy Clements. She is currently performing in MARY PAGE MARLOWE at the Old Vic in London, opposite Susan Sarandon and Andrea Riseborough. Clare is an accomplished piano player and was a member of the Australian Girls Choir. She completed a Diploma of Acting at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAPPA) before attending NIDA. The Rising Stars program is proudly supported by Casting Networks & Showcast, with both providing 24-month premium memberships for each of the actors. Represented by United Management. Edit & Design by DM Creative Media.