Nkeki Obi-Melekwe
Latest News on Nkeki Obi-Melekwe:
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- The Full List (May 12, 2025)
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List (Apr 25, 2025)
Photos: SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED Opens At Brooklyn Academy of Music (Oct 10, 2024)
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- The Full List (May 12, 2025)
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List (Apr 25, 2025)
Photos: SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED Opens At Brooklyn Academy of Music (Oct 10, 2024)
BIO
Melekwe starred as “Tina” in Tina – The Tina Turner Musical on the West End. She made her Broadway debut as Tina Turner (at some performances). She recently appeared in Safety Not Guaranteed, Alice By Heart (MCC) and Half Time (Papermill Playhouse). TV: “Bull” (CBS) and “Smilf” (Showtime). Nkeki graduated from the University of Michigan in 2018.
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STAGE CREDITS
[West End]
Original West End Production, 2021
Tina Turner [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical
Nkeki Obi-Melekwe, Safety Not Guaranteed
Videos
Listen: Idina Menzel Sings 'Great Escape' from New Musical REDWOOD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-19 13:29:23
Video: Watch Idina Menzel Get Ready for REDWOOD Climbing Trees and Buildings
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-17 08:49:12
VIDEO: Nkeki Obi-Melekwe Reveals What She's Learned From Playing Tina Turner in TINA on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2022-08-01 11:34:32
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes With TINA's Hair & Makeup Supervisor Geo Brian Hennings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-01-19 15:41:25
VIDEO: Nkeki Obi-Melekwe & TINA Cast Perform on the WENDY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2021-12-09 11:56:56
VIDEO: Nkeki Obi-Melekwe Performs TINA Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2021-10-22 09:49:40
VIDEO: The Cast of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Performs 'Proud Mary' on GMA
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-11-06 09:16:17
VIDEO: Tina Turner Shouts Out TINA THE MUSICAL Ahead of Tonight's First Preview
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-12 18:16:53
TV: Adrienne Warren & Company Get Ready to Bring TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-10-04 13:53:41
TV: Welcome to Wonderland! Inside Opening Night of MCC's ALICE BY HEART
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-03-02 11:01:00
VIDEO: Watch Molly Gordon & Colton Ryan Sing 'Afternoon' from ALICE BY HEART
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-02-05 13:27:02
TV: What's MCC's New Musical ALICE BY HEART All About? The Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-12-19 10:37:48
VIDEO: Age is Just a Number! First Look at the Cast of HALF TIME in Action
by Julie Musbach - 2018-06-12 11:30:38
VIDEO: Shakespeare Meets Elvis in Highlights from The Muny's ALL SHOOK UP
by Alan Henry - 2017-07-14 12:39:46
News
Photos: SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED Opens At Brooklyn Academy of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2024
Last night, BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) celebrated the Opening Night of the world premiere musical Safety Not Guaranteed, which plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement through October 20 at the BAM Harvey Theater. See photos from inside opening night.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2024
Last night, BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) celebrated the Opening Night of the world premiere musical Safety Not Guaranteed, which plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement through October 20 at the BAM Harvey Theater. See photos from inside opening night.
What's Opening Off-Broadway in Fall 2024
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 2, 2024
Check out a full list of what's opening Off-Broadway this fall! Productions will star big names including Neil Patrick Harris, Jane Krakowski, and many more! See what Off-Broadway has to offer and check out BroadwayWorld's complete list.
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 2, 2024
Check out a full list of what's opening Off-Broadway this fall! Productions will star big names including Neil Patrick Harris, Jane Krakowski, and many more! See what Off-Broadway has to offer and check out BroadwayWorld's complete list.
Talent Manager Jen Namoff Joins Forces with Artists First
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 1, 2024
Artists First has welcomed Jen Namoff, the esteemed talent manager and Tony Award-winning producer, to its New York office.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 1, 2024
Artists First has welcomed Jen Namoff, the esteemed talent manager and Tony Award-winning producer, to its New York office.
Cast Set For SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED at BAM
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024
BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) has announced the full company for the world premiere of the new musical Safety Not Guaranteed, directed by Lee Sunday Evans, at the BAM Harvey Theater beginning September 17 through October 20, 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024
BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) has announced the full company for the world premiere of the new musical Safety Not Guaranteed, directed by Lee Sunday Evans, at the BAM Harvey Theater beginning September 17 through October 20, 2024.
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off on REDWOOD Starring Idina Menzel
by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2024
What did critics think of Redwood, the new musical, now on stage in its World Premiere production at La Jolla Playhouse through March 31st, 2024 starring Idina Menzel? See what the reviews said about the Broadway-bounc show.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2024
What did critics think of Redwood, the new musical, now on stage in its World Premiere production at La Jolla Playhouse through March 31st, 2024 starring Idina Menzel? See what the reviews said about the Broadway-bounc show.
Review: REDWOOD Looks to Turn Tragedy Into Transformation at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Feb 26, 2024
REDWOOD, the world premiere musical now playing at the La Jolla Playhouse offers soaring visuals and vocals in a story that tackles how to turn tragedy into transformation.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Feb 26, 2024
REDWOOD, the world premiere musical now playing at the La Jolla Playhouse offers soaring visuals and vocals in a story that tackles how to turn tragedy into transformation.
Interview: Tina Landau On Collaborating With Idina Menzel On REDWOOD & More
by Joshua Wright - Feb 22, 2024
Redwood, the new musical starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel is now on stage in its World Premiere production at La Jolla Playhouse, where it will run through March 31st, 2024. We spoke with director Tina Landau about collaborating with Menzel and bringing Redwood Forest to life on stage.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 22, 2024
Redwood, the new musical starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel is now on stage in its World Premiere production at La Jolla Playhouse, where it will run through March 31st, 2024. We spoke with director Tina Landau about collaborating with Menzel and bringing Redwood Forest to life on stage.
Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos at Joe's Pub with The Skivvies & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2022
Joe’s Pub has announced upcoming shows fom October 18 - November 7. Join The Spooky Celebration With The Fourth Annual Bowery Boys Halloween Ghost Story Live Show, shows From Renee Goust & Epic Players, plus more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2022
Joe’s Pub has announced upcoming shows fom October 18 - November 7. Join The Spooky Celebration With The Fourth Annual Bowery Boys Halloween Ghost Story Live Show, shows From Renee Goust & Epic Players, plus more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Nkeki Obi-Melekwe been in?
Nkeki Obi-Melekwe has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Nkeki Obi-Melekwe been in?
Nkeki Obi-Melekwe has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Nkeki Obi-Melekwe's first West End show?
Nkeki Obi-Melekwe's first West End show was Tina - The Tina Turner Musical which opened in 2021
What awards has Nkeki Obi-Melekwe been nominated for?
and Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Safety Not Guaranteed.
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