Karen Hines
Karen Hines, a globally acclaimed satirist, has captivated audiences worldwide with her plays and 'little films,' earning critical praise and cementing her reputation as a unique artist. Known for blending disparate themes like magical realism, feminism, real estate, and climate change in her musings on modern life, she's authored seven award-winning plays published by Coach House Books. Twice a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Award, Hines has directed and collaborated on various productions, including the beloved adult horror clowns, Mump & Smoot. Her recent works, such as the micro-theatrical solo "Crawlspace" and "All the Little Animals I Have Eaten," demonstrate her innovative storytelling. Currently, she's creating new plays, including the fourth installment in the Pochsy series, showcasing her unique blend of clown and bouffon styles, establishing her as a trailblazing auteur in thought-provoking and entertaining theatre.
Acting
Movie
Man of the Year
as Alison McAndrews
2006
Movie
Hedwig and the Angry Inch
as Tommy's Publicist
2001
Movie
Holiday in Handcuffs
as Maria
2007
TV
Braceface
as Tattoo Artist (voice) (uncredited)
2001
Movie
Comeback Season
as Health Care Worker
2006
Movie
Food of the Gods II
as Angie
1989
Movie
Model Behavior
as Monique
2000
TV
Puppets Who Kill
2002
TV
The Newsroom
1996
Movie
Escape from the Newsroom
as Karen
2002
The Events Leading Up to My Death
as Katy
1991
Married Life: The Movie
1994
Fire and Fury
2008
Movie
BUNKER TIME!
as Cheese Louise (voice)
2025
Foreign Objects
2001