And There He Was Orion

 "Every year, there is at least one person who peaks my hunkdar when watching the Tony's. This year, it occurred during the performance from the cast of Pippin.   In addition to Edith Prickley's second Tony win, there was also a man, large in frame, yet magical and light on his feat, who caught my eye. " -- Favorite Hunks & Other Things

 Born into a circus family, Orion Griffiths has been performing since he was four. He hopes to compete in the Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival.

'For his Broadway debut in the musical “Pippin,” Griffiths wears a skimpy vest and a pair of red leathery shorts that could make a Chippendales dancer blush. I had them put one more seam on the bottom,” the longtime Boston street performer said, laughing. Now they don’t ride up my leg so much.

Orion Griffiths

 Also a model, Orion has modeled for both Calvin Klein and Abercrombie Fitch. Even with his bulked up body, Orion floats on stage, using his circus skills to maneuver around the circus set. Although skilled at not getting in the way of the leads of the show, he is unable to fully stop drawing the attention of the audience members.

 Orion was crowned the winner at the annual Broadway Beauty Pageant took place last month in New York. You can see more, and a video of the event over at Natural City Man blog HERE:

 Pippin The Musical

 'He’s one of those performers who is so multi talented, who really knows how to sell the merchandise on the stage. He has a rare and wonderful talent.'

Gypsy Snider, Source

Right: With Patti Lupone

Image right by Travis Valtierra