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Paulo Szot BIO

Paulo Szot was born in São Paulo and raised in Ribeirão Pires, Brazil. He began his musical training at the age of five, first studying piano and later adding violin and dance. Szot studied at the Jagiellonian University in Poland, the country from which his parents had emigrated following World War II. He began singing professionally in 1989 with the Polish National Song and Dance Company Slask, and in 1997 he made his operatic debut as Figaro in Il Barbiere di Siviglia in a production of the Theatro Municipal de São Paulo, directed by Enzo Dara and conducted by Luiz Fernando Malheiro.

He has gone on to appear with most major opera companies throughout the world in Europe, the United States, Australia and Brazil.

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Paulo Szot STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Lance

[West End]
Lincoln Center Revival [West End], 2011
Emile de Becque

Emile de Becque [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2008
Emile de Becque

Emile de Becque [Replacement]

Emile de Becque [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Billy Flynn [Replacement]

Billy Flynn [Replacement]



Paulo Szot TV Shows

The Metropolitan Opera HD Live
Kovalyov, Lescaut

Paulo Szot Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Actor In A Musical

Paulo Szot, South Pacific


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Paulo Szot, South Pacific


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Paulo Szot, South Pacific


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Paulo Szot, South Pacific


winner
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Paulo Szot, Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific

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Paulo Szot News


Video: & JULIET'S 'Romeo' Ben Walker Sings 'We Can't Be Friends'


Ben Walker, who currently stars as 'Romeo' in @AndJulietBway posted a stripped-down version of Ariana Grande's latest hit 'We Can't Be Friends' to his Instagram page. Watch in this video!

Performers Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch Return To Bemelmans Bar At The Carlyle


Catch the latest performances by Jim Caruso and Billy Stritch at Bemelmans Bar.

Video: Celebrate 75 Years of SOUTH PACIFIC


75 years ago, Rodgers and Hammerstein's fifth musical as a pair, South Pacific, opened on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre. It ran for almost five years and 1925 performances.

Video: & JULIET Surprises Drew Barrymore On Special Birthday Edition Of THE DREW BARRYMORE SHOW


Watch the cast of & JULIET surprise Drew Barrymore on her birthday during a special episode of The Drew Barrymore Show!

Original London Cast Member David Bedella Joins the Broadway Company of & JULIET Next Month


Following his performance on the West End, Olivier-winning actor David Bedella will join the cast of Broadway's & Juliet as ‘Lance' on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

Photos: Get a First Look at Charity Angél Dawson in & JULIET


See photos of Charity Angel Dawson in & Juliet on Broadway!

Matthew Morrison, Norm Lewis, Christian Borle and More Will Join American Pops Orchestra for BROADWAY'S LEADING MEN Concert


On Saturday, February 3, the American Pops Orchestra will present some of Broadway’s most celebrated leading men performing hits from an array of Broadway musicals. Check out the full lineup!

Broadway's Laurissa Romain Will Star In BET+ Film ONE NIGHT STAY


Broadway's Laurissa Romain will star in the BET+ film, 'One Night Stay', alongside Stephen Bishop, LeToya Luckett, and more.

Charity Angél Dawson Joins the Cast of & JULIET in January


Charity Angél Dawson is joining the cast of & Juliet! Dawson will star as Angélique, beginning performances on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Photos: The Gasp Collection


After four years at Broadway World Cabaret, quite a collection of photos has been amassed. These are the gasp-worthy pics.

& JULIET Breaks Box Office Records At The Sondheim Theatre For Thanksgiving Week


The hit musical & JULIET broke multiple box office records at the Sondheim Theatre for Thanksgiving week. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!

Video: & JULIET Is Pop Perfection at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade


Earlier this this morning, the cast of & Juliet hit the streets of NYC to take part in one of the city's greatest traditions- the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Watch their performance of 'Confident.'

Broadway's Laurissa Romain, Lands Starring Role In BET+ Film SO FLY CHRISTMAS


Broadway's Laurissa Romain lands a lead role in BET+ film 'So Fly Christmas' alongside Tichina Arnold, Tami Roman, Tommy Davidson, Michael Coylar, and Jackee Harry. The holiday movie premieres on November 23rd.

Metropolitan Opera Will Honor Stephen Schwartz at Gala, Featuring Kristin Chenoweth, Leslie Odom, Jr., and More!


The Met presents a special benefit concert in celebration of the 75th birthday of Stephen Schwartz, the Oscar and Grammy Award–winning composer of Broadway smash-hits Wicked, Godspell, and Pippin, and lyricist for beloved film classics Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Enchanted, and more.

Dana Aber Brings One-Woman Musical BAGGAGE AT THE DOOR to AMT Theater


Dana Aber brings her one-woman musical 'Baggage at the Door' Off-Broadway at AMT Theater. Performances begin tonight!

& JULIET Will Celebrate One Year on Broadway With Fan Activities, Sweepstakes, and More!


& Juliet will commemorate one year on Broadway at the Sondheim Theatre with a week-long celebration Tuesday, November 14 - Friday, November 17. Learn more about the upcoming events here!

Andrew Chappelle, Phil Colgan & Makai Hernandez Join & JULIET on Broadway


Discover the latest casting news for JULIET on Broadway as Andrew Chappelle, Phil Colgan, and Makai Hernandez join the talented ensemble. Get all the details on this exciting addition to the production.

JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Will Play Hackensack Performing Arts Center on October 28th


Billy and Jim are prepping to make a trip up the road to the much-handier Hackensack, NJ, where Cast Party will make its debut at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 28 at 7:30 PM. 

Photos: Joey Fatone Visits & JULIET on Broadway


Check out photos of Joey Fatone visiting & Juliet on Broadway!

Dana Aber to Debut One-Woman Musical BAGGAGE AT THE DOOR Off-Broadway at AMT Theater


Get ready for a captivating one-woman musical experience as Dana Aber brings 'Baggage at the Door' to the AMT Theater in November. Don't miss this Off-Broadway production that promises to leave audiences spellbound.

Paulo Szot FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paulo Szot been in?

Paulo Szot has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Paulo Szot been in?

Paulo Szot has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Paulo Szot's first West End show?

Paulo Szot's first West End show was South Pacific which opened in 2011

What awards has Paulo Szot been nominated for?

Paulo Szot has been nominated for several awards for his performances in the musical "South Pacific" and "Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific." These include Best Actor In A Musical at the Olivier Awards, Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, he was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for his role in Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific.

What awards has Paulo Szot won?

Paulo Szot has won the following awards for his performances: - Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for South Pacific - Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for South Pacific - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific.

What is Paulo Szot next theatre project?

Paulo Szot's next show will be & Juliet which opens on 11/17/2022 on Broadway.

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