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BIO

"I was born in Sasebo, Japan, and raised in San Diego, California. My dad was an American Naval officer and my mother was from a traditional Japanese family. I attended UC San Diego where I studied Modern European Intellectual History. Fully convinced that my degree had somehow qualified me for a life in show business, I began my acting career not long after, moving to New York where I made my Broadway debut in the original production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Since then I’ve managed to spend most of my life in rehearsal studios, on stages large and small, in front of cameras on tv and film sets around the country, in works ranging from classical theatre to splashy musical comedies, from police procedurals and hospital dramas to soap operas and sitcoms.



I’m very proud of my Basque-American and Japanese heritage, and I am a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in every field of our profession. The challenges that I’ve faced as an actor of color have influenced and continue to influence my work in what I hope are positive ways, and if that has changed even one person’s mind - one who could never before have imagined an Asian-American Sweeney Todd, or an Asian-American Tolstoy, or a designer of RMS Titanic, a Christie murder mystery suspect with an incomprehensible Italian accent, or a drag queen in St Tropez, any of whom could be portrayed by an Asian American - that will be enough."

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STAGE CREDITS

Dead Outlaw Dead Outlaw
[Off-Broadway]
Audible Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
Performer
Arden of Faversham Arden of Faversham
[Off-Broadway]
Red Bull Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2023
Franklin [Replacement]
A Man Of No Importance A Man Of No Importance
[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Mr. Carney
Unknown Soldier Unknown Soldier
[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Off-Broadway Premiere, 2020
Doctor
Superhero Superhero
[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theater World Premiere, 2019
Vic
The Enchanted Cottage The Enchanted Cottage
[Off-Broadway]
Gingold Theatrical Group Reading, 2018
Performer
The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui
[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2018
Givola
A Woman of No Importance A Woman of No Importance
[Off-Broadway]
One Night Only Concert Presentation Production, 2017
Performer
Captain Brassbound's Conversion
[Off-Broadway]
Concert Presentation, 2017
Pacific Overtures Pacific Overtures
[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2017
Performer
Sweeney Todd Sweeney Todd
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Transfer from London Production, 2016
Sweeney Todd [Replacement]
Waterfall Waterfall
[Regional (US)]
5th Avenue Theatre Production, 2015
Chao-Khun
Craving for Travel Craving for Travel
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2014
Gary
A Hard Heart
[Off-Broadway]
2007
Performer
The Times They are A-Changin' The Times They are A-Changin'
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Captain Ahrab
The Times They are A-Changin'
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2006
Capt. Arab
Man of La Mancha Man of La Mancha
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Juan
Dr. Carrasco (Understudy)
Othello
[Off-Broadway]
2001
Montano
Romeo and Juliet
[St. Paul, MN (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1999
Lord Capulet
Cymbeline
[Off-Broadway]
1998
Caius Lucius
As Thousands Cheer
[Off-Broadway]
1998
Performer
Face Value
[Broadway]
0
Randall Lee (Standby)
Search and Destroy
[Broadway]
1992
Lee
Nick & Nora
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1991
Performer
Yukido
Merrily We Roll Along
[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 1990
Photographer
Ensemble
Ruben
Baba Goya
[Off-Broadway]
1989
Criminal
Chu Chem
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1989
The Prince
In a Pig's Valise
[Off-Broadway]
1989
Root Choyce
Chu Chem
[Off-Broadway]
1988
The Prince
Rashomon
[Off-Broadway]
1988
Priest
La Cage aux Folles
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1983
Pepe [Replacement]
Jacob (Understudy) [Replacement]
Chaplin
[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1983
Performer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical

Thom Sesma, Dead Outlaw


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical

Thom Sesma, Dead Outlaw

The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical

Thom Sesma, Dead Outlaw

The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Thom Sesma, Pacific Overtures

Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

Thom SesmaMiss Saigon

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Photos: A SCINTILLATING SHAW PARTY Celebrates PYGMALION Photo
Photos: A SCINTILLATING SHAW PARTY Celebrates PYGMALION
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 18, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group and The American Irish Historical Society recently hosted A Scintillating Shaw Party celebrating GTG's acclaimed all-female production of Shaw's Pygmalion.
Danny Burstein, Gray Coleman, and Donna McKechnie to be Honored at Gingold Theatrical Photo
Danny Burstein, Gray Coleman, and Donna McKechnie to be Honored at Gingold Theatrical Group Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group will host a one-night-only gala fundraiser, which will honor Tony Award winner Danny Burstein, Gray Coleman, and Tony Award winner Donna McKechnie with the Golden Shamrock Award. 
Photos: PYGMALION Cast Celebrates Opening Night Photo
Photos: PYGMALION Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 3, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group is now presenting the classic play, Pygmalion. The five-week limited engagement continues at Theatre Row’s Theater 5 through November 22. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: Primary Stages Honors Thom Sesma And Mickey Rolfe At 2025 Fall Gala Photo
Photos: Primary Stages Honors Thom Sesma And Mickey Rolfe At 2025 Fall Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025

Primary Stages hosted its 2025 Fall Gala on Monday, October 20, at Sony Hall, honoring Thom Sesma with the Einhorn Mentorship Award and Mickey Rolfe with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award. See photos of the event.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 26, 2025- CHICAGO Welcomes Mira Sorvino and Bian Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 26, 2025- CHICAGO Welcomes Mira Sorvino and Bianca Marroquin and More!
by - Sep 26, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 26, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Thom Sesma & Mickey Rolfe to be Honored at the Primary Stages 2025 Fall Gala Photo
Thom Sesma & Mickey Rolfe to be Honored at the Primary Stages 2025 Fall Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025

PRIMARY STAGES' 2025 Fall Gala will honor Thom Sesma with the Einhorn Mentorship Award and Mickey Rolfe with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award. Learn more!
Listen: DEAD OUTLAW Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now Photo
Listen: DEAD OUTLAW Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2025

The original Broadway cast recording of Dead Outlaw is now available in streaming and digital formats. Listen to the album here or find out where to download or stream it now!
Exclusive: Listen to 'Blowin' It Up' From DEAD OUTLAW Cast Recording Photo
Exclusive: Listen to 'Blowin' It Up' From DEAD OUTLAW Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Dead Outlaw is coming soon and BroadwayWorld has your first listen. Get an exclusive listen to 'Blowin’ It Up,' performed by Ken Marks and Ensemble, here!
DEAD OUTLAW Full Audible Recording Available Now Photo
DEAD OUTLAW Full Audible Recording Available Now
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2025

The full Audible recording of the Tony-nominated original musical DEAD OUTLAW is out today, July 17, 2025, streaming exclusively on Audible. The audio release captures the full Broadway cast and orchestrations, featuring performances by Andrew Durand, Jeb Brown, Julia Knitel, Thom Sesma, and Eddie Cooper, among others. 
DEAD OUTLAW Full Audible Recording to Be Released Early Photo
DEAD OUTLAW Full Audible Recording to Be Released Early
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2025

Audible Inc. has announced that the full audio recording of the original musical DEAD OUTLAW will be released early, now arriving on July 17, 2025, ahead of its previously scheduled October release.
The Theatre Community Mourns the Loss of Paul Libin Photo
The Theatre Community Mourns the Loss of Paul Libin
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025

BroadwayWorld was saddened to report yesterday that the legendary theatrical producer Paul Libin died at age 94. In the wake of his passing, tributes have been coming in from members of the theatre industry, honoring Libin and his legacy.
Video: DEAD OUTLAW Takes Final Broadway Bow Photo
Video: DEAD OUTLAW Takes Final Broadway Bow
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025

The Tony-nominated musical Dead Outlaw played its final performance at the Longacre Theatre on Sunday, June 29. Check out a video of the cast taking their final bows, featuring a speech by David Cromer.
5 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend Photo
5 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2025

Broadway says goodbye to five productions. Glengarry Glen Ross takes its final bow at the Palace Theatre following 23 previews and 104 regular performances; The Picture of Dorian Gray plays its final performance at the Music Box Theatre after 15 previews and 98 regular performances; and more.
Photos: Inside the After Party For HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall Photo
Photos: Inside the After Party For HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 26, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the after party here!
Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall Photo
Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!
DEAD OUTLAW Sets Broadway Closing Date Photo
DEAD OUTLAW Sets Broadway Closing Date
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025

The Tony-nominated musical Dead Outlaw will play its final performance at the Longacre Theatre on Sunday, June 29. At the time of its closing, the show will have played 73 regular performances and 14 previews. Dead Outlaw opened at the Longacre Theatre on Sunday, April 27.
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY! Photo
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - Jun 18, 2025

BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive preview of one of Barbra Streisand's songs from the film, 'Love is Only Love', performed by Umphress with Chancey at the piano. Watch the full performance in this video!
Photos: Inside Art Lab's Third Annual TOAST OF BROADWAY Photo
Photos: Inside Art Lab's Third Annual TOAST OF BROADWAY
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2025

Art Lab hosted its third annual Toast to Broadway on Monday, June 16, 2025 at The Players NYC. A celebration of the New York theatrical season, the evening featured specialty cocktails, lively performances, and the presentation of The Artiste D’Excellence Awards, given to three artists who represent excellence in the theater industry as well as a continued effort to collaborate with Art Lab. Check out the event photos below!
Frank DiLella and Gracie Lawrence Join HELLO, DOLLY! Concert at Carnegie Hall Photo
Frank DiLella and Gracie Lawrence Join HELLO, DOLLY! Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

Spectrum News NY1's Frank Dilella will join Lee Roy Reams to co-host Hello, Dolly!, the company's one-night-only concert, as well as Tony nominee Gracie Lawrence, currently performing in Just In Time.
Video: DEAD OUTLAW Performs at the Tony Awards Photo
Video: DEAD OUTLAW Performs at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 9, 2025

The cast of seven-time Tony-nominated Dead Outlaw took the stage at Radio City Music Hall earlier tonight to perform at the Tony Awards. Watch the performance here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Thom Sesma been in?

Thom Sesma has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Thom Sesma been in?

Thom Sesma has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Thom Sesma been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Dead Outlaw, Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dead Outlaw, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for Dead Outlaw, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (The Lortels) for Pacific Overtures and Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Miss Saigon.

What awards has Thom Sesma won?

Thom Sesma won the Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in Dead Outlaw.

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