Paten Hughes

Originally from Virginia, Paten studied French and Theatre at Washington and Lee University and trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. She became an original member of The Old Vic New Voices Network, performing in London and New York.

Paten won critical acclaim for her portrayal of Catherine in Arthur Miller’s A View From The Bridge in a site-specific production on the New Haven waterfront for The Long Wharf Theatre in 2024. Paten is the star and co-creator of the hit web series Heirloom by Bekah Brunstetter, which streamed on Vimeo with over 4.5 million views before being licensed by Screen Media.

Theatre credits include: Chekhov’s Three Sisters directed by Olivier Award-Winner Eve Best, The Thin Line written and directed by Cathy Plourde, My Name is Rachel Corrie directed by Jaq Bessel, and Addressless at Rattlestick Theater Company.

Film credits include: Stolen Girl with Kate Beckinsale, What Breaks the Ice, Long Nights Short Mornings, Coach of the Year, and Beauty Mark.