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BIO

Ephraim Sykes was nominated for a Tony, Grammy, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama League Award for his performance as ‘David Ruffin’ in Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of the Temptations. Other Broadway credits include: Hamilton (also streaming on Disney+), Motown The Musical, Newsies, Memphis and The Little Mermaid. Off-Broadway, Sykes co-starred in Black No More (The New Group, Antonyo Award nom.) and Rent (New World Stages). On screen, Sykes was seen in Kathryn Bigelow’s Detroit as well asthe HBO series “Vinyl”, “Luke Cage” (Marvel/Netflix), “Crisis in Six Scenes” (Amazon) “Russian Doll” (Netflix) and in the NBC live broadcast of “Hairspray Live!” opposite Ariana Grande, earning an MTV Movie + TV Awards nomination for Best Musical Moment: “You Can’t Stop the Beat”.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Performer ()

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
George Gibbs


[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2023
Joey Evans


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
SuperJack


[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2022
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
David Ruffin


[Washington, DC (Regional)]
National Symphony Orchestra Concert Revival, 2018
Riff


[Regional (US)]
Berkeley Rep World Premiere Production, 2017
David Ruffin


[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2016
Seaweed J. Stubbs


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble


Hercules Mulligan (Understudy) [Replacement]

James Madison (Understudy) [Replacement]

Hercules Mulligan (Unknown) [Replacement]

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James Madison (Unknown) [Replacement]

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Hercules Mulligan (Unknown) [Replacement]

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[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2015
Ensemble


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Mush

A Citizen of New York


Mush

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2011
Benjamin Coffin III


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Ensemble


Gator (Understudy)

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Movies

Dance Flick
[ 2009 ] Flame Dancer
Leave It on the Floor
[ 2011 ] Bradley Darnell Lyle
Progress (and Unrelated Things)
[ 2017 ] Dancer
Detroit
[ 2017 ] Jimmy
Hamilton
[ 2020 ] George Eacker, Ensemble

TV Shows

Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Bobby the Myth
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Bobby the Myth

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2025 - DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE

Ephraim Sykes, Our Town

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Ephraim Sykes, Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Ephraim Sykes, Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Ephraim Sykes, Ain't Too Proud: The Life and times of the Temptations

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News


Vanessa Williams and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Vanessa Williams, Sondheim Unplugged, and more. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 10, 2026- THE FEAR OF 13 On Broadway Adds New Cast Members and More
by - Feb 10, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 10, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Ephraim Sykes & More Join THE FEAR OF 13 on Broadway- Inside Rehearsals
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2026

Producers Seaview, Wessex Grove, and Gavin Kalin Productions announced the complete cast of Lindsey Ferrentino’s new play, The Fear of 13, starring two-time Academy Award® winner Adrien Brody and Golden Globe® Award nominee Tessa Thompson in their Broadway debuts.
Manny Houston to Present AT THE CORNER OF BROADWAY AND HIP-HOP at 54 Below
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Broadway artist, music director, and songwriter Manny Houston in At The Corner of Broadway and Hip-Hop on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 9:30pm.
The New York Pops To Present THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

The New York Pops will present The Music of US: From Then To Now at Carnegie Hall as part of the United in Sound: America at 250 festival. Led by Steven Reineke, the concert will feature guest artists Max Clayton, Nova Y. Payton, and Ephraim Sykes.
Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and More to Perform at 54 Below in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

Next month, 54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and more. 
54 Below to Celebrate Black History Month With Latrice Royale, Vanessa Williams and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026

54 Below will honor the Black performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Black History Month, featuring performances by Vanessa Williams and more.
Elizabeth Marks Joins The New York Pops Board of Directors
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

Elizabeth Marks has been appointed to the Board of Directors for The New York Pops, effective January 13, 2026. This strategic addition aims to enhance the organization's leadership as it continues to present exceptional musical performances.
Jim Parsons, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande and Constantine Rousouli Join TITANIQUE Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026

Titanique has announced some of its Broadway cast! Alongside Marla Mindelle, who will lead the Broadway company as Celine Dion, are Jim Parsons, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande and Constantine Rousouli.
Aisha Jackson Replaces Maleah Joi Moon for IF I AIN’T GOT YOU: THE BEST OF R&B
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025

Due to a schedule conflict, Aisha Jackson will replace previously announced guest artist Maleah Joi Moon in The New York Pops’ upcoming concert If I Ain’t Got You: The Best of R&B.
Photos: Megan Hilty and the New York Pops' 2025 Holiday Concert
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 21, 2025

On December 19, Megan Hilty joined Steven Reineke, Essential Voices USA, and The New York Pops for a special holiday concert at Carnegie Hall, and you can check out photos of the event.
Holiday Shows In NYC: A Complete 2025 Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 7, 2025

It's Christmastime in the city and with all of the holiday hustle and bustle comes a whole bunch of yuletide cheer at the theater! Check out a complete list of where you can find holiday entertainment in New York City in 2025!
The New York Pops to Honor Stephen Schwartz at 43rd Birthday Gala at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025

The New York Pops will honor Grammy, Academy, and Tony Award winning composer Stephen Schwartz at the orchestra’s 43rd Birthday Gala.
Betsy Wolfe, Ephraim Sykes, Derek Klena, And Emily Skinner To Headline CHRISTMAS TIME IN THE CITY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

The third annual Christmas Time in the City concert returns to St. Paul the Apostle on December 11, featuring Broadway performers and a full orchestra.
Derek Klena, Betsy Wolfe and More to Headline CHRISTMAS TIME IN THE CITY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

Christmas Time in the City will return to fill the historic Church of St. Paul the Apostle. Featuring original Broadway-style arrangements of beloved holiday classics, this festive evening brings together ten celebrated Broadway performers.
Review: Lyrics & Lyricist's MOTOWN'S HEATWAVE Hits NYC at 92NY
by Sharon Ellman - Nov 10, 2025

The 92nd Street Y New York brings the music home with this iteration of the Lyrics & Lyricists series, continuing 11/10 at 7:30 pm for its final performance. This reviewer was singing and applauding along with the amazing performers!
Megan Hilty to Join The New York Pops for Annual Holiday Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, will celebrate the holidays with its annual concert tradition. A Place Called Home features Megan Hilty, best known for playing the triple-threat Ivy Lynn in “Smash” on NBC.
Cabaret Roundup: November 3-9- Hannah Berner, Jackie Hoffman, Shoshana Bean & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 3, 2025

Here are a few top picks to consider this week including Great American Songbook standards, the first show of Lyrics and Lyricist's 2025-26 season, Wicked and Hell's Kitchen star Shoshana Bean making her Carnegie Hall solo debut and more.
Carnegie Hall Will Present UNITED IN SOUND: AMERICA AT 250 Festival In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025

Carnegie Hall will launch United in Sound: America at 250 in January 2026, a six-month festival celebrating the evolution of American music across genres and generations.
Video: Celebrating the Genius of Lorenz Hart
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 21, 2025

Explore the legacy of Lorenz Hart with Broadway's brightest stars performing his iconic songs. Discover the magic before the film Blue Moon.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ephraim Sykes been in?

Ephraim Sykes has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Ephraim Sykes been in?

Ephraim Sykes has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ephraim Sykes been nominated for?

DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Our Town, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Ain't Too Proud: The Life and times of the Temptations.

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