My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
Paul Slade Smith Headshot
News Alerts

Paul Slade Smith

BIO

LCT debut in Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady. Broadway: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Finding Neverland. National tours: Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera. Other theater: Goodman, Steppenwolf, A.R.T., Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Playwright of Unnecessary Farce and The Outsider, which premiered at Paper Mill Playhouse this season.



Photos

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Ensemble, Colonel Pickering (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Ensemble, Grandpa George, Willy Wonka (Understudy), Grandpa Joe (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
Ellis Island Developmental Concert Production, 2016
J.P. Morgan

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Captain Hook [Replacement], Charles Frohman [Replacement], Ensemble, Mr. Henshaw

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Doctor Dillamond [Replacement], Witch's Father [Replacement], Ozian Official [Replacement], Ensemble [Replacement], The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Understudy) [Replacement], Doctor Dillamond (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Chicago]
World Premiere, 2000
Ensemble

Writing

Playwright

Videos

News


4000 MILES, PRIVATE LIVES, and More Set For Scripps Ranch Theatre's Season 47
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

Scripps Ranch Theatre announced its 47th season, with Artistic Director Jill Drexler marking 25 years leading the San Diego company. The lineup includes THEATRE PEOPLE OR THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, 4000 MILES, and PRIVATE LIVES.
Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026

The Tony Award-winning musical 1776 is now playing at Paper Mill Playhouse in a run continuing through early May. Watch as Praise Oranika sings 'Momma Look Sharp' as the Courier here!
Review: 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse Excellently Depicts History in the Making
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2026

The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026

You can now see photos from the opening night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse, directed by Paper Mill Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee. See photos of Will Blu, John Treacy Egan, and more.
Photos & Video: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos and a first-look clip of “Sit Down, John” ahead of 1776’s opening night this weekend at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production runs through early May.
Photo: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026

You can now get a first look at the cast of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production stars Will Blum as John Adams, John Treacy Egan as Benjamin Franklin, and more.
Photos: UNNECESSARY FARCE Closes SBCC Theatre Group 80th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026

The Theatre Group at SBCC will present UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith. Directed by Sara Rademacher, the comedy will run at the Jurkowitz Theatre. The production will close the company’s 80th season. See photos of the production.
SBCC Theatre Group to Close 80th Season with UNNECESSARY FARCE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

The Theatre Group at SBCC will finish its 80th season with the hilarious comedy UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith, directed by Sara Rademacher, April 15-May 2, 2026 in the intimate Jurkowitz Theatre.
Photos: 1776 in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026

Rehearsals are underway for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2025-2026 season. Learn more and check out the photos below!
UNNECESSARY FARCE Will Be Presented in Free Reading at Théâtre Forty
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

Theatre Forty will present a free play reading of 'UNNECESSARY FARCE' by Paul Slade Smith, directed by Melanie MacQueen, on February 28, 2026, at the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre in Beverly Hills.
Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More to Star in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season.
Political Satire THE OUTSIDER Celebrates Democracy in Farmington Hills, Michigan this February
by Gillian Blum - Jan 31, 2026

It's certainly not 'politics as usual' when The Outsider takes the oath of office! In this workplace comedy — in the vein of VEEP — we get an insider's view into the workings of American democracy.
Photos: First Look at THE OUTSIDER at Oil Lamp Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

xOil Lamp Theater’s first production of its 2026 season, The Outsider, written by Paul Slade Smith and directed by Scott Westerman, is now playing. Get a first look at photos!
UNNECESSARY FARCE Comes to Off Broadway Palm This Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

This award-winning comedy by Paul Slade Smith combines the best elements of classic farce and modern wit for an evening full of fast-paced fun, door-slamming antics, and side-splitting surprises.
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Opens 2026 With Paul Slade Smith's UNNECESSARY FARCE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble will present Paul Slade Smith's “Unnecessary Farce” directed by BTE Ensemble Member Kurt Naebig, Thursday, Jan. 29 – Sunday, March 1. Learn more here!
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Will Present Paul Slade Smith’s UNNECESSARY FARCE At The Mac
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble will present Paul Slade Smith’s UNNECESSARY FARCE at the McAninch Arts Center. Directed by BTE Ensemble Member Kurt Naebig, the production will feature a cast of company members and guest artists.
Julie Benko Will Join the Cast of RAGTIME in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Julie Benko will join the company of the revival of Ragtime at the Vivian Beaumont Theater as ‘Emma Goldman’ beginning Friday, January 9 through Sunday, March 29. Learn more here!
Cast and Creative Team Set for THE OUTSIDER at Oil Lamp Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2026 season, The Outsider, written by Paul Slade Smith and directed by Scott Westerman.
DIAL M FOR MURDER to be Presented at Oil Lamp Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025

Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the final production in its 2026 season,the classic thriller with a modern twist, Dial M for Murder.
Photos: BESIDE MYSELF at the Laguna Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

Laguna Playhouse is presenting the second show of its 2025/2026 season with the rolling world premiere comedy, BESIDE MYSELF by Paul Slade Smith and directed by David Ellenstein. Check out photos below!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paul Slade Smith been in?

Paul Slade Smith has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Paul Slade Smith been in?

Paul Slade Smith has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Paul Slade Smith written?

Paul Slade Smith has written 1 shows including The Outsider (Playwright).

News Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos


TICKET CENTRAL
Hot Show
Tickets From $59
Hot Show
Tickets From $77
Hot Show
Tickets From $70
Hot Show
Tickets From $59