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Lucas Papaelias

Original cast member of Once the Musical at A. R.

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BIO

Original cast member of Once the Musical at A.R.T., NYTW, and Broadway; also appeared onstage in Kevin Kline’s CYRANO and composed original music; received a Drama Desk nomination (Outstanding Music in a Play) for Essential Self-Defense at Playwrights Horizons; appeared onscreen in School Of Rock, “It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia”, “Blue Bloods”, “Law & Order”, “Submissions Only”, and most recently on the Cinemax series “The Knick”. check out his music videos & experimental films: www.roadporn.net.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Heart of Rock & Roll The Heart of Rock & Roll
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
The Old Globe's World Premiere Production, 2018
Ensemble
This Flat Earth This Flat Earth
[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Original Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Dan
These Paper Bullets These Paper Bullets
[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Original Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Balth
Once Once
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Å vec, Svec [Replacement]
Once Once
[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Production, 2011
Svec
Cyrano de Bergerac Cyrano de Bergerac
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2007
A Cadet, Cook, Page

Productions

Cyrano de BergeracCyrano de Bergerac
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Guitar Player and Drums

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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Music for a Play

Lucas Papaelias, Essential Self-Defense

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Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week Photo
Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026

Next Week, 54 Below will some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz, Ari Axelrod and more. 
Cast Set for OH, HONEY Site-Specific Production at Little Egg in Brooklyn Photo
Cast Set for OH, HONEY Site-Specific Production at Little Egg in Brooklyn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

Ugly Face Theatre has revealed the full cast for oh, Honey, a site-specific production written by Jeana Scotti and directed by Carsen Joenk. Learn more here!
5th Edition of 54/54/54 Comes to 54 Below This Weekend Photo
5th Edition of 54/54/54 Comes to 54 Below This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

The milestone 5th edition of one of 54 Below’s most legendary shows is set for this weekend!
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Bel Photo
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024

Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month.
Review: World Premiere True Crime Musical RUN BAMBI RUN Rocks the MILWAUKEE REP Photo
Review: World Premiere True Crime Musical RUN BAMBI RUN Rocks the MILWAUKEE REP
by Kelsey Lawler - Sep 25, 2023

True crime connoisseurs, lovers of local lore, fans of the Violent Femmes: the Milwaukee Rep has a world premiere rock musical with your name written all over it.
World Premiere Musical RUN BAMBI RUN to be Presented at Milwaukee Rep in September Photo
World Premiere Musical RUN BAMBI RUN to be Presented at Milwaukee Rep in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2023

Join Milwaukee Rep for the exclusive world premiere of 'RUN BAMBI RUN.' Get ready to be captivated by this brand new musical that is sure to leave you in awe.
VIDEO: Director Gordon Greenberg Reflects on THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Photo
VIDEO: Director Gordon Greenberg Reflects on THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2020

The Old Globe has released a new video in its Flashback series! In the video, director Gordon Greenberg reflects on his high-octane work on the Huey Lewis musical The Heart of Rock & Roll, and introduces a clip from the show.
Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Eyes a Broadway Bow Photo
Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Eyes a Broadway Bow
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 5, 2020

According to a report in Variety, The Heart of Rock and Roll, is still beating. The new musical inspired by the music of Huey Lewis and The News, is still aiming for a Broadway bow.
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At ONCE At Pittsburgh CLO Photo
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At ONCE At Pittsburgh CLO
by Alan Henry - Jul 31, 2019

Pittsburgh CLO audiences are in for a unique and unparalleled musical theater experience with eight-time Tony Award-winning ONCE. For the first time, Pittsburgh CLO brings this beautiful love story - where the actors are also the musicians - to the Benedum Center July 30 - August 4. This Pittsburgh CLO premiere is only running for one week. Tickets are now available by phone at 412-456-6666, online at pittsburghCLO.org or by visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.
FILIBUSTERED AND UNFILTERED: AMERICA READS THE MUELLER REPORT At The Arc Photo
FILIBUSTERED AND UNFILTERED: AMERICA READS THE MUELLER REPORT At The Arc
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2019

To ensure a separation of powers, the U.S. Federal Government is made up of three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. When authority runs amok, the ultimate check is the American citizen. 
Huey Lewis and The News Musical, THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Begins Spring Work Sessi Photo
Huey Lewis and The News Musical, THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Begins Spring Work Session This Week
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2019

Today, the producers of The Heart of Rock and Roll, the electrifying new musical inspired by the music of Huey Lewis and The News, announced that they are moving forward with their four-week work session on Monday, February 25, as scheduled. The work session will culminate in three invitation-only presentations taking place on Thursday, March 21 and Friday, March 22. The work session is the first to move forward under the newly negotiated AEA agreement.
BWW Review: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Photo
BWW Review: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
by E.H. Reiter - Sep 18, 2018

It's hard not to feel good when listening to Huey Lewis and the News, so it's no accident that THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL at The Old Globe, manages to instill the 80's loveable, pop vibe from the music into this high octane musical about following your dreams and the power of love
Photo Flash: First Look at Matt Doyle and Katie Rose Clarke in THE HEART OF ROCK & RO Photo
Photo Flash: First Look at Matt Doyle and Katie Rose Clarke in THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2018

The Old Globe's 2018-2019 Season kicks off with the world premiere of The Heart of Rock & Roll, inspired by the music of Huey Lewis and the News, featuring a book by Jonathan Abrams and story by Tyler Mitchell and Jonathan Abrams. Check out a first look at the show below!
Huey Lewis Talks Bringing His Music to the Stage in THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Photo
Huey Lewis Talks Bringing His Music to the Stage in THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2018

The Heart of Rock & Roll, inspired by the music of Huey Lewis and the News, is making its world premiere at The Old Globe in San Diego, led by Broadway's Matt Doyle and Katie Rose Clarke. Huey Lewis himself chatted with The San Diego Union-Tribune about bringing his music to the stage. 
Photo Flash: Meet The Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL at The Old Globe, Starring Mat Photo
Photo Flash: Meet The Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL at The Old Globe, Starring Matt Doyle and Katie Rose Clarke
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2018

Get a first look at the cast of The Heart of Rock and Roll, the new musical featuring songs by Huey Lewis and the News. The musical is making its world premiere at The Old Globe in San Diego.
VIDEO: Matt Doyle, Katie Rose Clarke, and the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL at T Photo
VIDEO: Matt Doyle, Katie Rose Clarke, and the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL at The Old Globe Perform Songs From the Musical
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2018

The Heart of Rock & Roll, inspired by the music of Huey Lewis and the News, is making its world premiere at the Old Globe in San Diego. NBC San Diego gave a preview of the show, including performances by Broadway vets Matt Doyle, Katie Rose Clarke, and more. Check out the video below!
Matt Doyle and Katie Rose Clarke to Lead The Old Globe's THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Photo
Matt Doyle and Katie Rose Clarke to Lead The Old Globe's THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL
by Julie Musbach - Jul 20, 2018

The Old Globe today announced casting as its 2018-2019 Season kicks off with the world premiere of The Heart of Rock & Roll, inspired by the music of Huey Lewis and the News.
Rattlestick's NEW SONGS NOW to Feature Georgia Stitt, Lucas Steele, and More Photo
Rattlestick's NEW SONGS NOW to Feature Georgia Stitt, Lucas Steele, and More
by Julie Musbach - Jul 9, 2018

Rattlestick Playwrights Theater has announced the line-up for performers and post-show facilitators for NEW SONGS NOW, an unplugged concert series taking place July 22 through July 26 at 7:00pm at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater.
BWW Review: Lindsey Ferrentino's THIS FLAT EARTH Explores a Child's Reaction to a Sc Photo
BWW Review: Lindsey Ferrentino's THIS FLAT EARTH Explores a Child's Reaction to a School Shooting
by Michael Dale - Apr 16, 2018

The willingness to suspend disbelief is a long-standing tradition in live theatre, and as long as playwrights and directors firmly establish their boundaries of realism, it's reasonable for audience members to go along with them.
Photo Flash: Playwrights Horizons Celebrates Opening Night of THIS FLAT EARTH Photo
Photo Flash: Playwrights Horizons Celebrates Opening Night of THIS FLAT EARTH
by Danielle Gutierrez - Apr 10, 2018

Happy opening! THIS FLAT EARTH, directed by Tony Award winner Rebecca Taichman, held its Opening Night at Playwrights Horizons last night! The performance marked the play's World Premiere. Other members of the theatre community, including Lois Smith and Jamie Brewer, joined the cast and crew for last night's celebration.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lucas Papaelias been in?

Lucas Papaelias has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Lucas Papaelias been in?

Lucas Papaelias has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lucas Papaelias been nominated for?

and Outstanding Music for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Essential Self-Defense.

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