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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.

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2025]
Sound Design
 
[West End, 2023]
Sound designer
 
[West End, 2023]
Sound design
 
[West End, 2023]
SOUND DESIGNER
 
[West End, 2023]
SOUND DESIGNER
 
[West End, 2022]
Sound Design Mentor
 
[West End, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Co-Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2019]
Sound
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[London, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2014]
Sound Design
 
[West End, 2013]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2013]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 1998]
Sound
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 1994]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 1993]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1992]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1989]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1989]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, ]
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
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


winner
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


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design

Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot


winner
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


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Sound Design

Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot


winner
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Sound Design

Paul ArdittiSaint Joan


winner
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Sound Design

Paul Arditti, Billy Elliot


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Sound Design

Paul Arditt, The Pillowman

Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Sound Design

Paul ArdittiFesten


winner
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


winner
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

News


4.48 PSYCHOSIS Transfers to The Other Place Next Year

The Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Court Theatre have announced a new co-production of 4.48 Psychosis, which sees the original cast and creative team re-visit Sarah Kane’s final masterpiece 25 years on.
Review: BRACE BRACE, Royal Court Theatre

Digging deep into human nature, Oli Forsyth’s Brace Brace combines the pace and excitement of a thriller with an unexpectedly perceptive intelligence. Ambitiously designed and skillfully directed, it’s a deeply engrossing piece of theatre writes our critic.
Review Roundup: BRACE BRACE at the Royal Court Theatre

See what the critics are saying about Brace Brace at the Royal Court Theatre. Learn more about the play written by Oli Forsyth and read all of the critic's reviews for the production.
New Cast Set For STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW at the Phoenix Theatre

With the production about to celebrate its first year in the West End, the new cast has been announced for the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award winning, world première production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, currently running at Phoenix Theatre.
New Cast Will Join STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW in London

New casting has been announced for the Olivier Award winning, world première production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, currently running at Phoenix Theatre in London’s West End. Learn more about the cast here!
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Will Arrive on Broadway in 2025

the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning, play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will begin performances Friday, March 28, 2025. We have all the details about the upcoming production!
Rialto Chatter: Could THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE Transfer to Broadway This Spring?

Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue, which ran at The National Theatre and then in the West End, is hoping to transfer to 'a Shubert theater this spring,' says Baz Bamigboye for Deadline.
Gina Beck and Michael Simkins Join GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre

 Gina Beck (Matilda; The Sound of Music; Show Boat; Wicked; Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables) and Michael Simkins (John Gabriel Borkman; Backstairs Billy; The Unfriend; Fracked!; Yes, Prime Minister; MAMMA MIA!) will be joining the cast of Guys & Dolls at the Bridge Theatre from 02 September.
Video: First Look at Clips From STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW

An all new trailer has been released, giving fans a first look at the critically acclaimed world première production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow. Check out the video here!
GUYS & DOLLS Will Extend a Final Time at The Bridge Theatre

Catch the final extension of GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge until January 4, 2025. Don't miss your chance to see this iconic Broadway show's extended run.Nicholas Hytner's critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls announces its final extension, with tickets on sale until 04 January 2024.
Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners

The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!
BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions

The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Extends in the West End

Due to popular demand, the critically acclaimed hit, STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, extends its run. Experience the thrilling adventure that has captivated audiences worldwide.
SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!

The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!
What We Know so Far About STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW

Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the West End stage show based on the popular Netflix series, is heading to Broadway in 2025. Find out everything we know so far about the show including when it's hitting the stage in New York and details about the London production.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Broadway Transfer Confirmed

Broadway is about to get turned Upside Down according to a new Equity casting notice seeking actors and stage managers for a Broadway transfer of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the West End stage show based on the popular Netflix series. Find out how to audition and when the production is coming.
STRANGER THINGS' Louis McCartney Comments on Rumored Broadway Transfer

Louis McCartney, the actor who plays Henry Creel in the stage production, recently talked about the possiblity of Stranger Things: The First Shadow coming to Broadway in 2025.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW to Launch Trilogy; Eying Broadway

Stranger Things: The First Shadow will be the first instalment in a trilogy. Stranger Things: The First Shadow is currently playing in London at The Phoenix Theatre. 
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For the West End Transfer of THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE

Rehearsal photos have been released for the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions critically acclaimed West End transfer, The Motive and the Cue.  Check out the photos here!
Photo: First Look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW; First Act Title Revealed

Netflix has revealed the first official look at Stranger Things: The First Shadow, along with the first act title: “Chapter One: The Girl From Nowhere.” Stranger Things: The First Shadow by Kate Trefry is an original stage play that brings the world of Stranger Things to life in a new way – live on stage. Check out the photo now!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Paul Arditti been nominated for?

Paul Arditti has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout his career. His nominations include: - 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 - Outstanding Sound Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Four Baboons Adoring the Sun

What awards has Paul Arditti won?

Paul Arditti has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Inheritance; Special Citations (Obie Awards) for The Jungle; Best Sound Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Billy Elliot; Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Billy Elliot, The Musical; 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 Designer (Evening Standard Awards) for Festen; and Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Chairs.

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