
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.
15 acting credits
Acting · 15

Braceface
2001

Puppets Who Kill
2002

The Newsroom
1996

Hedwig and the Angry Inch
2001

Man of the Year
2006

Holiday in Handcuffs
2007
Foreign Objects
2001

Model Behavior
2000

Comeback Season
2006

Food of the Gods II
1989
Married Life: The Movie
1994

Escape from the Newsroom
2002

BUNKER TIME!
2025
The Events Leading Up to My Death
1991
Fire and Fury
2008