Ephraim Sykes
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. He recently starred in Broadway’s 2024 revival of Our Town directed by Kenny Leon where he earned a Drama League Nomination for Distinguished Performance.
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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. He recently starred in Broadway’s 2024 revival of Our Town directed by Kenny Leon where he earned a Drama League Nomination for Distinguished Performance. Other Broadway credits include Hamilton (also streaming on Disney+), Motown: The Musical, Newsies, Memphis, and The Little Mermaid. Off-Broadway, Sykes starred in Pal Joey at City Center Encores, co-starred in Black No More (The New Group, Audelco Award winner), Rent (New World Stages) and Bye Bye Birdie at the Kennedy Center. On screen, Sykes was seen in Kathryn Bigelow’s Detroit as well as the 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]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble, James Madison (Understudy) [Replacement], Hercules Mulligan (Understudy) [Replacement]
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Connection
Movies
Dance Flick
[ 2009 ] Flame Dancer
[ 2009 ] Flame Dancer
Leave It on the Floor
[ 2011 ] Bradley Darnell Lyle
[ 2011 ] Bradley Darnell Lyle
Progress (and Unrelated Things)
[ 2017 ] Dancer
[ 2017 ] Dancer
Detroit
[ 2017 ] Jimmy
[ 2017 ] Jimmy
Hamilton
[ 2020 ] George Eacker, Ensemble
[ 2020 ] George Eacker, Ensemble
TV Shows
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
[ 2024 ] Bobby the Myth
[ 2024 ] 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
Videos
Video: Adrien Brody & Tessa Thompson Celebrate THE FEAR OF 13 Opening Night
by Luka Vonier - 2026-04-16 14:50:20
Video: Ariana DeBose Was 'So Proud' to Reunite with HAMILTON Cast for Tonys Performance
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-27 13:33:33
Video: Tessa Thompson Reveals How HEDDA Sparked Her Return to Theater Work
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-18 12:07:42
Video: Watch Highlights From GUYS AND DOLLS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-07-08 12:56:39
Video: Rob McClure & Bianca Marroquín Perform 'Sue Me' in Ogunquit's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Michael Major - 2025-07-02 16:00:10
Video: Mykal Kilgore Sings 'Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat' in Ogunquit Playhouse's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-06-27 15:05:30
Video: Broadway Stars on What Pride Means to Them – Michael Arden, Nick Jonas & More
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-26 12:28:36
Video: Anthony Ramos Addresses Solo Absence at HAMILTON Tony Awards Reunion
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-20 10:47:06
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-18 15:39:31
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Right Hand Man / One Last Time' From HAMILTON at MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-06-13 09:37:32
Video: Jordan Tyson Sings 'Strangers Like Me' From TARZAN MCC's MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-06-03 11:56:19
Video: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Sing 'The Confrontation' at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2025-05-30 11:14:52
Video: Helen J. Shen Performs 'The Impossible Dream' at MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-05-15 09:48:56
Exclusive: Aaron Tveit Sings 'I Know Him So Well' at MISCAST25- a Tribute to Gavin Creel
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-04-18 10:13:33
Video: Katie Holmes Surprises Zoey Deutch on GMA with OUR TOWN Question
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-09 12:34:37
News
Christopher Sieber, Jordan Tyson and More to Join NAMT's 38th Festival of New Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed additional cast and more details about the lineup for the 38th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, featuring Christopher Sieber, Jordan Tyson and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed additional cast and more details about the lineup for the 38th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, featuring Christopher Sieber, Jordan Tyson and more.
RENT 30th Anniversary Concert to Offer Digital Ticket Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
Twenty-four in-person tickets to the sold-out Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert will be available through a digital ticket lottery, giving fans a final chance to experience the Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical live in concert.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
Twenty-four in-person tickets to the sold-out Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert will be available through a digital ticket lottery, giving fans a final chance to experience the Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical live in concert.
Christine Ebersole and More to Celebrate GREY GARDENS 20th Anniversary at Symphony Space
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Symphony Space will present a special evening celebrating the 20th anniversary of Grey Gardens. Christine Ebersole will revisit her Tony Award-winning performance, alongside the show's composer, Scott Frankel.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Symphony Space will present a special evening celebrating the 20th anniversary of Grey Gardens. Christine Ebersole will revisit her Tony Award-winning performance, alongside the show's composer, Scott Frankel.
RENT 30th Anniversary Concert Livestream Donations to Be Matched Up to $525,600
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS revealed that the Gates Foundation will match donations received from every livestream ticket purchase for Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert, up to $525,600.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS revealed that the Gates Foundation will match donations received from every livestream ticket purchase for Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert, up to $525,600.
Jeanna de Waal, Sara Al-Bazali and More Set for Upcoming 54 Below Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
54 Below will present performances featuring Broadway talent including cast members from Diana The Musical, Heathers, and Illinoise, alongside Tony Award nominees and performers from hit shows.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
54 Below will present performances featuring Broadway talent including cast members from Diana The Musical, Heathers, and Illinoise, alongside Tony Award nominees and performers from hit shows.
Idina Menzel, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp and More Join RENT 30th Anniversary Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2026
Twelve original cast members and three decades of alumni will light up Broadway at Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert, a benefit performance in celebration of the landmark Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2026
Twelve original cast members and three decades of alumni will light up Broadway at Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert, a benefit performance in celebration of the landmark Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical.
Ephraim Sykes, Samantha Pauly, Christiani Pitts and More Set for NAMT Festival of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
Ephraim Sykes, Samantha Pauly, Christiani Pitts, Kuhoo Verma, Alex Wyse and more are among the initial cast announced for NAMT's 38th annual Festival of New Musicals at New World Stages.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
Ephraim Sykes, Samantha Pauly, Christiani Pitts, Kuhoo Verma, Alex Wyse and more are among the initial cast announced for NAMT's 38th annual Festival of New Musicals at New World Stages.
THE TEN Musical to Present Industry Showcase Directed By Ruben Santiago- Hudson
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
Samantha Marie Ware, Amber Iman, Ephraim Sykes and more will perform selections from The Ten, a new musical from Emily Phillips, Future Cut and Nambi E. Kelley, at two private industry presentations directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
Samantha Marie Ware, Amber Iman, Ephraim Sykes and more will perform selections from The Ten, a new musical from Emily Phillips, Future Cut and Nambi E. Kelley, at two private industry presentations directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 17, 2026- Lorna Courtney Talks THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW and More
by - Sep 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 17, 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, Casey Likes, Isaac Mizrahi and More to Play 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2026
54 Below will host performances from Tony nominee Ephraim Sykes, Casey Likes, Isaac Mizrahi, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp, and Britani Bateman, among other stars from Broadway and cabaret.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2026
54 Below will host performances from Tony nominee Ephraim Sykes, Casey Likes, Isaac Mizrahi, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp, and Britani Bateman, among other stars from Broadway and cabaret.
Cabaret Roundup: August 3-9 – Andrew Bird, Eva Noblezada, Reeve Carney & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 3, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including a free outdoor concert by Andrew Bird, Hadestown co-stars and real-life couple Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney, a spate of Tony Bennett tributes, and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 3, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including a free outdoor concert by Andrew Bird, Hadestown co-stars and real-life couple Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney, a spate of Tony Bennett tributes, and more.
Best Cabaret in August 2026: Common, Simple Plan, Isaac Mizrahi & More in NYC
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 26, 2026
See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month - at a range of budget points, from a free outdoor concert with Common to RENT stars Anthony Rapp and Adam Pascal in their reliably sold-out duo act. We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret and Broadway with shows in NYC.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 26, 2026
See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month - at a range of budget points, from a free outdoor concert with Common to RENT stars Anthony Rapp and Adam Pascal in their reliably sold-out duo act. We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret and Broadway with shows in NYC.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 17, 2026- Go Inside THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW With Josh Rivera and More
by - Jul 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jul 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
NEWSIES Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 4, 2026
Newsies, featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and a book by Harvey Fierstein premiered on Broadway in 2012. BroadwayWorld is looking back at what the cast has been up to since the show first burst onto Broadway!
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 4, 2026
Newsies, featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and a book by Harvey Fierstein premiered on Broadway in 2012. BroadwayWorld is looking back at what the cast has been up to since the show first burst onto Broadway!
3 Broadway Shows Close Today
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 28, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to three productions. Death Becomes Her takes its final bow at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre following 27 previews and 666 regular performances; Giant concludes its limited run at the Music Box Theatre after 12 previews and 105 regular performances; and The Fear of 13 concludes its run at the James Earl Jones Theatre after 28 previews and 87 regular performances. The theatres will soon be home to Warriors, Inter Alia and Wanted respectively.
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 28, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to three productions. Death Becomes Her takes its final bow at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre following 27 previews and 666 regular performances; Giant concludes its limited run at the Music Box Theatre after 12 previews and 105 regular performances; and The Fear of 13 concludes its run at the James Earl Jones Theatre after 28 previews and 87 regular performances. The theatres will soon be home to Warriors, Inter Alia and Wanted respectively.
THE FEAR OF 13 Will Host Benefit Performance For The Innocence Project
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
The Fear of 13 will host a special one-night benefit performance of The Fear of 13 on May 14, 2026 in support of the Innocence Project. A portion of all proceeds ($10/ticket) will be donated to the Innocence Project.
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
The Fear of 13 will host a special one-night benefit performance of The Fear of 13 on May 14, 2026 in support of the Innocence Project. A portion of all proceeds ($10/ticket) will be donated to the Innocence Project.
Photos: Kim Kardashian Visits THE FEAR OF 13 on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - May 4, 2026
Kim Kardashian visited The Fear of 13 on Broadway, speaking on stage with Adrien Brody, Tessa Thompson & Nick Yarris after the show. See the photos!
by Bruce Glikas - May 4, 2026
Kim Kardashian visited The Fear of 13 on Broadway, speaking on stage with Adrien Brody, Tessa Thompson & Nick Yarris after the show. See the photos!
Photos: THE FEAR OF 13's Adrien Brody Receives Sardi's Portrait
by Bruce Glikas - May 1, 2026
Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody received his portrait at Sardi’s to celebrate his Broadway debut in Lindsey Ferrentino’s new play, The Fear of 13. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 1, 2026
Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody received his portrait at Sardi’s to celebrate his Broadway debut in Lindsey Ferrentino’s new play, The Fear of 13. Check out photos here!
Photos: Robert De Niro Stops By THE FEAR OF 13 On Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 30, 2026
The Fear of 13, Lindsey Ferrentino’s new play is now open on Broadway at the James Earl Jones Theatre. The drama starring Academy Award-winner Adrien Brody welcomed a visit from another Hollywood icon, Robert de Niro, when he stopped in to see the show this week, Check out photos from his visit!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 30, 2026
The Fear of 13, Lindsey Ferrentino’s new play is now open on Broadway at the James Earl Jones Theatre. The drama starring Academy Award-winner Adrien Brody welcomed a visit from another Hollywood icon, Robert de Niro, when he stopped in to see the show this week, Check out photos from his visit!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 29, 2026- OH, MARY! Welcomes New Star Maya Rudolph
by - Apr 29, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 29, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 29, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 29, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ephraim Sykes been in?
Ephraim Sykes has appeared on Broadway in 8 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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