Paul Arditti
Latest News on Paul Arditti:
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Hold Children's Casting Call (Dec 3, 2025)
Photos: Sheridan Smith, Romesh Ranganathan and More In Rehearsals for WOMAN IN MIND (Nov 22, 2025)
Photos: Louis McCartney and More at Netflix's STRANGER THINGS Premiere (Nov 7, 2025)
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Hold Children's Casting Call (Dec 3, 2025)
Photos: Sheridan Smith, Romesh Ranganathan and More In Rehearsals for WOMAN IN MIND (Nov 22, 2025)
Photos: Louis McCartney and More at Netflix's STRANGER THINGS Premiere (Nov 7, 2025)
BIO
Paul is delighted to have received a Tony Award, an Olivier Award, a Drama Desk Award and a BroadwayWorld.com Fans' Choice Award for the Sound Design of Billy Elliot The Musical.
Other designs include Mary Stuart at the Donmar Warehouse, London, in the West End and on Broadway (Tony Award Nomination); A Ring, A Lamp, A Thing, a new opera at the Royal Opera House, London; Blood and Gifts, Love The Sinner, Nation, The Revenger's Tragedy, Happy Now?, Market Boy and Saint Joan (Olivier Award) at the National Theatre, London; The Pillowman at the National Theatre, London (Olivier Award nomination) and on Broadway (Drama Desk Award); The Winter's Tale and The Cherry Orchard for the Bridge Project at BAM in New York and The Old Vic, London; The Arabian Nights, As You Like It, and The Crucible at the Royal Shakespeare Company; The House of Bernarda Alba for the National Theatre of Scotland; The Beauty Queen of Leenane, Been So Long, The Member of the Wedding, Vernon God Little, The Respectable Wedding, and Generations at the Young Vic Theatre, London; Les Liaisons Dangereuses on Broadway; Nakamitsu at the Gate Theatre, London; The Pain and The Itch at the Royal Court, London; Far Away at the Royal Court and New York Theatre Workshop; The Year Of Magical Thinking on Broadway and at the National Theatre, London; Herge's Adventures Of Tintin at the Barbican Theatre, London; Under The Blue Sky and Love Song in the West End, London; When The Rain Stops Falling, There Came A Gypsy Riding, Enemies and Festen (Evening Standard Award, Olivier Award nomination) at the Almeida Theatre, London.
Other awards include a Drama Desk Award for Four Baboons Adoring The Sun at Lincoln Center, New York.
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Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Sound Design of a Play
Paul Arditti, Stranger Things: The First Shadow
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Sound Design
Paul Arditti, Stranger Things: The First Shadow
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Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Paul Arditti, Stranger Things: The First Shadow
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Sound Design for a Play
Paul Arditti, The Inheritance
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Paul Arditti, The Inheritance
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Obie Awards - 2019 - Special Citations
Paul Arditti, The Jungle
Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Sound Design
Paul ArdittiAmadeus
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Paul Arditti, One Man, Two Guvnors
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design
Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot
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Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design of a Musical
Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot, The Musical
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Paul Arditti, Mary Stuart
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Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Sound Design
Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot
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Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Sound Design
Paul ArdittiSaint Joan
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Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Sound Design
Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot
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Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Sound Design
Paul Arditt, The Pillowman
Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Sound Design
Paul ArdittiFesten
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Evening Standard Awards - 2004 - Best Designer
Paul ArdittiFesten
Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best Sound Design
Paul ArdittiThe Pillowman
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Sound Design
Paul Arditti, Far Away
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Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Sound Design
Paul Arditti, The Chairs
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Sound Design
Paul Arditti, The Chairs
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Sound Design - Play
Paul Arditti, Four Baboons Adoring the Sun
Videos
Videos: Watch Celia Keenan-Bolger, Paul Tazewell & More Accept Their Tony Awards
by Michael Major - 2025-06-13 13:30:02
Video: First Look at Clips From STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Stephi Wild - 2024-05-22 08:54:42
Video: Get a First Look at Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-04-05 15:40:26
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Perform 'Salty Teardrops' on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - 2021-10-27 09:39:39
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2021-09-28 11:54:15
Breaking: Olivier-Winning THE INHERITANCE Will Come to Broadway This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-06 12:01:00
STAGE TUBE: On This Day, March 8- Helen MIrren Receives a Royal Opening for THE AUDIENCE on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-03-08 00:42:49
TV: There's a New King in Town- Company of the Olivier-Winning KING CHARLES III Meets the Press!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-10-06 15:18:27
VIDEO: Tony Award Winner Sara Ramirez Spots The Clintons Attending THE AUDIENCE
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-05-17 16:31:45
TV: Chatting with the Company of Broadway's SKYLIGHT on Opening Night- Bill Nighy, Carey Mulligan & More!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2015-04-03 17:37:36
STAGE TUBE: Meet 10-Year-Old Thomas Hazelby, UK's Newest 'Billy Elliot'
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-03-11 08:06:55
TV: Chatting with the Cast of Broadway's SKYLIGHT - Carey Mulligan, Bill Nighy and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2015-03-11 09:30:20
VIDEO: Helen Mirren Talks Portraying and Meeting Queen Elizabeth II
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-02-22 19:27:06
News
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Hold Children's Casting Call
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Billy Elliot the Musical will search for children to play the roles of Billy, Michael and Debbie in a forthcoming run of the multi award-winning hit show. Learn more about the casting call here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Billy Elliot the Musical will search for children to play the roles of Billy, Michael and Debbie in a forthcoming run of the multi award-winning hit show. Learn more about the casting call here!
Photos: Sheridan Smith, Romesh Ranganathan and More In Rehearsals for WOMAN IN MIND
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
New rehearsal photos have been released for Alan Ayckbourn’s Woman in Mind, starring Sheridan Smith and Romesh Ranganathan, ahead of its West End engagement at the Duke of York’s Theatre from 9 December 2025 to 28 February 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
New rehearsal photos have been released for Alan Ayckbourn’s Woman in Mind, starring Sheridan Smith and Romesh Ranganathan, ahead of its West End engagement at the Duke of York’s Theatre from 9 December 2025 to 28 February 2026.
Photos: Louis McCartney and More at Netflix's STRANGER THINGS Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
The stars STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW attended the LA premiere for the final series of the Netflix global phenomenon. See photos of Louis McCartney and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
The stars STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW attended the LA premiere for the final series of the Netflix global phenomenon. See photos of Louis McCartney and more.
Romesh Ranganathan and More Join Cast of WOMAN IN MIND at The Duke of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Romesh Ranganathan will make his West End stage debut in a new production of Alan Ayckbourn's psychological comedy WOMAN IN MIND in a strictly limited West End run. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Romesh Ranganathan will make his West End stage debut in a new production of Alan Ayckbourn's psychological comedy WOMAN IN MIND in a strictly limited West End run. Learn more here!
Sheridan Smith Will Lead Alan Ayckbourn's WOMAN IN MIND
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2025
A new production of Alan Ayckbourn's psychological comedy WOMAN IN MIND will star Sheridan Smith in a strictly limited West End run at the Duke of York's Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2025
A new production of Alan Ayckbourn's psychological comedy WOMAN IN MIND will star Sheridan Smith in a strictly limited West End run at the Duke of York's Theatre.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW To Host Panel at New York Comic Con
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will be hosting a panel at New York Comic Con this year titled “Stranger Things: The First Shadow - Bringing Iconic Characters & the World of the Upside Down to Life on Stage.”
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will be hosting a panel at New York Comic Con this year titled “Stranger Things: The First Shadow - Bringing Iconic Characters & the World of the Upside Down to Life on Stage.”
Review: 4.48 PSYCHOSIS, Royal Court Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 19, 2025
Sarah Kane is part of the mythology of British theatre. A brilliant mind, unbridled in her explorations of existence. Severely depressed, she hanged herself in the toilets of King’s College Hospital on the 20th of February, 1999. Tragically, it wasn’t a surprise. She wrote and talked about suicide very matter-of-factly. Kane authored, in total, five plays and a short film, all of equal, tragic precision in their emotional quality. It’s astonishing how much beauty came from someone who suffered so intensely.
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 19, 2025
Sarah Kane is part of the mythology of British theatre. A brilliant mind, unbridled in her explorations of existence. Severely depressed, she hanged herself in the toilets of King’s College Hospital on the 20th of February, 1999. Tragically, it wasn’t a surprise. She wrote and talked about suicide very matter-of-factly. Kane authored, in total, five plays and a short film, all of equal, tragic precision in their emotional quality. It’s astonishing how much beauty came from someone who suffered so intensely.
Videos: Watch Celia Keenan-Bolger, Paul Tazewell & More Accept Their Tony Awards
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2025
The Tony Awards have released the Tony Awards acceptance speeches that weren't televised on CBS. Watch videos of Celia Keenan-Bolger, Paul Tazewell, and more accept their awards now!
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2025
The Tony Awards have released the Tony Awards acceptance speeches that weren't televised on CBS. Watch videos of Celia Keenan-Bolger, Paul Tazewell, and more accept their awards now!
Photos: Backstage with the 2025 Tony Awards Winners
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 9, 2025
Yesterday they were just nominees, but now... they're winners! BroadwayWorld was backstage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and we've got photos of all the evening's winners.
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 9, 2025
Yesterday they were just nominees, but now... they're winners! BroadwayWorld was backstage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and we've got photos of all the evening's winners.
Live Blog: Backstage at the 2025 Tony Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2025
The 78th Annual Tony Awards are here at last! While we are glued to our TVs to find out what will happen next onstage, just as much is going on behind the curtain! All night long, A.A. Cristi will be sharing live updates from backstage at Radio City Music Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2025
The 78th Annual Tony Awards are here at last! While we are glued to our TVs to find out what will happen next onstage, just as much is going on behind the curtain! All night long, A.A. Cristi will be sharing live updates from backstage at Radio City Music Hall.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Photos: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025
Production photos have been released from A Midsummer Night’s Dream ahead of the show’s official opening tonight. The immersive production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream is playing a limited run this summer until 20 August.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025
Production photos have been released from A Midsummer Night’s Dream ahead of the show’s official opening tonight. The immersive production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream is playing a limited run this summer until 20 August.
DEATH BECOMES HER vs. MINCEMEAT Battle For Best Ensemble In The BWW Awards; Last Chance To Vote!
by BWW Awards - Jun 2, 2025
This is the final chance to vote for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
by BWW Awards - Jun 2, 2025
This is the final chance to vote for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
2025 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2025
Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball. Check out the full list of winners from the big night here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2025
Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball. Check out the full list of winners from the big night here!
1 Week Left for the BWW Awards; MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Leading Over MINCEMEAT & DEATH BECOMES HER
by BWW Awards - May 27, 2025
The latest standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
by BWW Awards - May 27, 2025
The latest standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2025 Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2025
We took a look at which 2025 Tony nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 77 awards. Check out who'll be looking to add even more hardware to their Tony shelf at this year's ceremony.
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2025
We took a look at which 2025 Tony nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 77 awards. Check out who'll be looking to add even more hardware to their Tony shelf at this year's ceremony.
Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 19, 2025
Show your support for shows like Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat, Death Becomes Her, BOOP! The Musical and more.
by BWW Awards - May 19, 2025
Show your support for shows like Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat, Death Becomes Her, BOOP! The Musical and more.
Who Are the Most Tony-Nominated People of All Time?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 18, 2025
This time, the reader question was: Who are the most Tony-nominated people of all time? Audra McDonald now holds the record for the most-nominated performer, but do you know who has the most ever?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 18, 2025
This time, the reader question was: Who are the most Tony-nominated people of all time? Audra McDonald now holds the record for the most-nominated performer, but do you know who has the most ever?
First Standings Announced for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 12, 2025
The first standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
by BWW Awards - May 12, 2025
The first standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Paul Arditti been nominated for?
Outstanding Sound Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Outstanding Sound Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Inheritance, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Inheritance, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for The Jungle, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Amadeus, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Sound Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Billy Elliot, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Billy Elliot, The Musical, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Mary Stuart, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Billy Elliot, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Saint Joan, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Billy Elliot, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Pillowman, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Festen, Best Designer (Evening Standard Awards) for Festen, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for The Pillowman, Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Far Away, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Chairs, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Chairs and Outstanding Sound Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Four Baboons Adoring the Sun.
What awards has Paul Arditti won?
Paul Arditti has won numerous awards for his exceptional work in sound design. His accolades include Outstanding Sound Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Outstanding Sound Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, and Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow. He also received Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Inheritance and Special Citations (Obie Awards) for The Jungle. Additionally, Paul Arditti earned Best Sound Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Billy Elliot, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Billy Elliot, The Musical, and Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Billy Elliot. His work on Saint Joan and Billy Elliot both garnered him Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards). Furthermore, he won Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Pillowman and Best Designer (Evening Standard Awards) for Festen. He also received Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Chairs.
Videos