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Paul is delighted to have received a Tony Award, an Olivier Award, a Drama Desk Award and a BroadwayWorld.com Fans' Choice Award for the Sound Design of Billy Elliot The Musical.

Other designs include Mary Stuart at the Donmar Warehouse, London, in the West End and on Broadway (Tony Award Nomination); A Ring, A Lamp, A Thing, a new opera at the Royal Opera House, London; Blood and Gifts, Love The Sinner, Nation, The Revenger's Tragedy, Happy Now?, Market Boy and Saint Joan (Olivier Award) at the National Theatre, London; The Pillowman at the National Theatre, London (Olivier Award nomination) and on Broadway (Drama Desk Award); The Winter's Tale and The Cherry Orchard for the Bridge Project at BAM in New York and The Old Vic, London; The Arabian Nights, As You Like It, and The Crucible at the Royal Shakespeare Company; The House of Bernarda Alba for the National Theatre of Scotland; The Beauty Queen of Leenane, Been So Long, The Member of the Wedding, Vernon God Little, The Respectable Wedding, and Generations at the Young Vic Theatre, London; Les Liaisons Dangereuses on Broadway; Nakamitsu at the Gate Theatre, London; The Pain and The Itch at the Royal Court, London; Far Away at the Royal Court and New York Theatre Workshop; The Year Of Magical Thinking on Broadway and at the National Theatre, London; Herge's Adventures Of Tintin at the Barbican Theatre, London; Under The Blue Sky and Love Song in the West End, London; When The Rain Stops Falling, There Came A Gypsy Riding, Enemies and Festen (Evening Standard Award, Olivier Award nomination) at the Almeida Theatre, London.

Other awards include a Drama Desk Award for Four Baboons Adoring The Sun at Lincoln Center, New York.

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Paul Arditti Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Sound Design for a Play

Paul Arditti, The Inheritance

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Paul Arditti, The Inheritance


winner
Obie Awards - 2019 - Special Citations

Paul Arditti, The Jungle

Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Sound Design

Paul ArdittiAmadeus

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Paul Arditti, One Man, Two Guvnors


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design

Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot, The Musical

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Paul Arditti, Mary Stuart


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Sound Design

Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot


winner
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Sound Design

Paul ArdittiSaint Joan


winner
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Sound Design

Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot


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Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Sound Design

Paul Arditt, The Pillowman

Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Sound Design

Paul ArdittiFesten


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Evening Standard Awards - 2004 - Best Designer

Paul ArdittiFesten

Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best Sound Design

Paul ArdittiThe Pillowman

The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Sound Design

Paul Arditti, Far Away


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Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Sound Design

Paul Arditti, The Chairs

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Sound Design

Paul Arditti, The Chairs

Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Sound Design - Play

Paul Arditti, Four Baboons Adoring the Sun

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GUYS & DOLLS Will Extend a Final Time at The Bridge Theatre


Catch the final extension of GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge until January 4, 2025. Don't miss your chance to see this iconic Broadway show's extended run.Nicholas Hytner's critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls announces its final extension, with tickets on sale until 04 January 2024.

Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners


The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!

BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions


The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.

STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Extends in the West End


Due to popular demand, the critically acclaimed hit, STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, extends its run. Experience the thrilling adventure that has captivated audiences worldwide.

SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!


The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!

What We Know so Far About STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW


Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the West End stage show based on the popular Netflix series, is heading to Broadway in 2025. Find out everything we know so far about the show including when it's hitting the stage in New York and details about the London production.

STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Broadway Transfer Confirmed


Broadway is about to get turned Upside Down according to a new Equity casting notice seeking actors and stage managers for a Broadway transfer of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the West End stage show based on the popular Netflix series.

STRANGER THINGS' Louis McCartney Comments on Rumored Broadway Transfer


Louis McCartney, the actor who plays Henry Creel in the stage production, recently talked about the possiblity of Stranger Things: The First Shadow coming to Broadway in 2025.

STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW to Launch Trilogy; Eying Broadway


Stranger Things: The First Shadow will be the first instalment in a trilogy. Stranger Things: The First Shadow is currently playing in London at The Phoenix Theatre. 

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For the West End Transfer of THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE


Rehearsal photos have been released for the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions critically acclaimed West End transfer, The Motive and the Cue.  Check out the photos here!

Photo: First Look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW; First Act Title Revealed


Netflix has revealed the first official look at Stranger Things: The First Shadow, along with the first act title: “Chapter One: The Girl From Nowhere.” Stranger Things: The First Shadow by Kate Trefry is an original stage play that brings the world of Stranger Things to life in a new way – live on stage. Check out the photo now!

GUYS & DOLLS Extends Booking at the Bridge Theatre Until August 2024


Nicholas Hytner’s critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls is extending booking until 31 August 2024 at The Bridge Theatre. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

Full Cast Set For THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE in the West End; Plus Watch A New Trailer!


The cast has been announced for the West End transfer of The Motive and the Cue. Find out who is starring int he show and check out an all new trailer here!

STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Reveals Sneak Peek Photo


Check out a sneak peek photo of Stranger Things: The First Shadow!

GUYS & DOLLS 2023 London Cast Recording to be Released This Month


Broadway Records will release London’s Bridge Theatre cast recording of Guys & Dolls, available digitally on September 29, 2023.

STRANGERS THINGS West End Play Could Hint at 'What Comes Next' in Netflix Series


While the teaser does not give away any specific plot details, it showcases flashbacks from the series before displaying an empty theatre with the words: 'The beginning of the Stranger Things story might hold the key to what comes next.' Watch the video teaser and find out how you can get tickets now!

Victoria Hamilton-Barritt Joins Professional Cast for National Theatre's THE ODYSSEY: THE UNDERWORLD


The National Theatre has announced the full professional cast for The Underworld, the culmination of the NT’s multi-location production of The Odyssey. The production is a joyful celebration of national community marking the fifth anniversary of Public Acts, the NT’s nationwide programme to create extraordinary acts of theatre and community. 

Owain Arthur Joins GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre


Owain Arthur will play the role of Nathan Detroit in Nicholas Hytner’s critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls. Arthur will have his first performance on 17 July 2023 replacing Daniel Mays, who will return to the role on 16 October.

THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE to Transfer to the West End in December


The Motive and the Cue, which is currently running at the National Theatre through 15 July, will transfer to the West End on December 9, 2023. 

Could Sam Mendes' THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE Transfer to the West End and Broadway?


 Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue is now playing at the National Theatre. Baz Bamigboye has revealed that the production is hoping to transfer to the West End and then Broadway.

Paul Arditti FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Paul Arditti been nominated for?

Paul Arditti has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Sound Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Inheritance," Best Sound Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Inheritance," Special Citations at the Obie Awards for "The Jungle," Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for "Amadeus," Best Sound Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for "One Man, Two Guvnors," Best Sound Design at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Billy Elliot," Best Sound Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Billy Elliot, The Musical," Best Sound Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for "Mary Stuart," Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "Billy Elliot," Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for "Saint Joan," Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for "Billy Elliot," Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Pillowman," Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for "Festen," Best Designer at the Evening Standard Awards for "Festen," Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for "The Pillowman," Outstanding Sound Design at The Lortels for "Far Away," Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Chairs," and Outstanding Sound Design - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Four Baboons Adoring the Sun."

What awards has Paul Arditti won?

Paul Arditti has won several awards for his outstanding sound design work, including the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Sound Design for a Play for "The Inheritance," Special Citations at the Obie Awards for "The Jungle," Best Sound Design at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Billy Elliot," Best Sound Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Billy Elliot, The Musical," Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "Billy Elliot," Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for "Saint Joan" and "Billy Elliot," Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Pillowman," Best Designer at the Evening Standard Awards for "Festen," and Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Chairs."

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