" Hilty's hoping her character can get some love as well: "I want her to have a good boyfriend (this season).

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Megan Hilty plays her competition, a savvy theater veteran.

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"The great thing about doing a series about the Broadway community is that the possibilities are endless, " said Megan Hilty, who plays "Bombshell" contender Ivy Lynn, still waiting in the wings after last season's breakdown.

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