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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Tristan

[West End]
London Production, 2022
Bernard

[West End]
London Young Vic Theatre Production, 2018
Chilford

[West End]
London Tenth Anniversary Celebration, 2018
Performer

[London]
Bent, LGBT+, London, National Theatre, George Mackey, Simon Russell Beale, 2017
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Disinguished Performance

Paapa Essiedu, The Effect

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Frantic Assembly Turns 30 And Announces Collaborative New Programme

Internationally acclaimed theatre company Frantic Assembly celebrate 30 years with the  announcement of a dynamic new programme of work.
Open Door Issue Last Call For Their Acting Programme Applications

Award-winning charity Open Door are announcing final call for applications to their Acting and Behind the Scenes programmes, with auditions and interviews set to take place in October.
Review Roundup: DEATH OF ENGLAND: CLOSING TIME at @sohoplace

See what the critics are saying about Death of England: Closing Time. Read the reviews and learn more about the production.
The Jamie Lloyd Company Opening Film Division

Theater director Jamie Lloyd will be making a foray into filmmaking. As part of his Jamie Lloyd Company, the director 'will set up a separate film division and work with new partners from the film world.' This news follows his company's recent split from Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) earlier this year.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Legal Battles, Leadership Changes, and Financial Struggles

In New York, leadership transitions at Lincoln Center signal a new chapter, while regional theaters like Timeline and Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival push forward with ambitious projects despite financial hurdles. Internationally, theaters like the Bristol Old Vic and the Old Vic in London grapple with ethical and economic dilemmas.
Video: DEATH OF ENGLAND at @sohoplace Releases New Trailer

Watch a trailer for the West End productions of Clint Dyer and Roy Williams' three state of the nation plays, Death of England: Michael, Death of England: Delroy and Death of England: Closing Time in the video here.
Review Roundup: DEATH OF ENGLAND Opens at @sohoplace

Read the reviews for Death of England: Michael, Death of England: Delroy and Death of England: Closing Time. See what the critics are saying and learn more about the shows.
Review: DEATH OF ENGLAND: DELROY, @sohoplace

Some actors can play a role. Sure. Only a handful can inhabit it living and breathing. Even fewer are so convincing that you can’t imagine anyone else in their shoes. Paapa Essiedu is the latter. Without a doubt. Not even a second of doubt.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for DEATH OF ENGLAND: MICHAEL & DEATH OF ENGLAND: DELROY

Check out rehearsal photos for Death of England: Michael, starring Thomas Coombes and Death of England: Delroy starring Paapa Essiedu. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets on Sale Now For DEATH OF ENGLAND: THE PLAYS at @sohoplace

Tickets are on sale now for Death of England: The Plays at @sohoplace! Performances run 15 July 2024 - 28 September 2024.
Paapa Essiedu, Thomas Coombes, Erin Doherty, and Sharon Duncan-Brewster Will Lead DEATH OF ENGLAND @sohoplace

Following their acclaimed world premieres at the National Theatre,  between 2020 – 2023, Clint Dyer and Roy Williams' three state of the nation plays, Death of England: Michael, Death of England: Delroy and Death of England: Closing Time will be performed together in the West End for the very first time as a unique theatrical event for a strictly limited season @sohoplace theatre.
Sarah Paulson, HELL'S KITCHEN & More Win 2024 Drama League Awards - See the Full List

The best of Broadway gathers to celebrate the 90th Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld we be bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who takes home the top prizes!
Video: Watch the Trailer for Season 2 of TNT's THE LAZARUS PROJECT

In the new season, resolute Lazarus agent George (Paapa Essiedu) has been left in disgrace after betraying the organization in the name of love. He is determined to redeem himself and win back the trust of his friends, colleagues, and the love of his life. But when he discovers that the cause he is fighting for is more sinister than it appears, George suspects that the only person he can really trust is himself. Watch the trailer here!
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards

Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Photos: Annette Bening Visits Daughter Ella Beatty at APPROPRIATE

Ella Beatty is making her Broadway debut as “River” in Appropriate, taking over for Elle Fanning. Beatty officially began performances earlier this week. Stopping by to show her support was Beatty's mother, actress Annette Bening. Check out photos here!
V&A To Host 10th Annual Performance Festival: REMASTERED This April

Get the latest updates on V&A's 10th Annual Performance Festival, REMASTERED. Discover the highlights, performances, and unique aspects of this year's festival.
Review Roundup: THE EFFECT Opens At The Shed

The exclusive U.S. presentation of a new production of The Effect, the acclaimed play examining love and ethics by Lucy Prebble and directed by Jamie Lloyd opens tonight! Read the reviews!
THE EFFECT World Premiere Recording Out Now

Broadway Records has released music from The Effect (World Premiere Recording) digitally, featuring an immersive and cinematic, beat-driven score by Michael “Mikey J” Asante.
THE EFFECT to Begin Previews This Weekend at The Shed

Previews begin on Sunday, March 3 for the exclusive U.S. presentation of a new production of The Effect. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Jamie Lloyd Company Splits From ATG

Jamie Lloyd has announced that The Jamie Lloyd Company is now a fully independent production company, following his successful 10-year partnership with Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paapa Essiedu been in?

Paapa Essiedu has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Paapa Essiedu been in?

Paapa Essiedu has appeared on London's West End in 6 shows.

What was Paapa Essiedu's first West End show?

Paapa Essiedu's first West End show was Pinter at the Pinter which opened in 2018

What awards has Paapa Essiedu been nominated for?

and Disinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for The Effect.

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