Lupita Nyong'o
Latest News on Lupita Nyong'o:
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater Opens Season With JESUS HOPPED THE 'A' TRAIN (May 18, 2023)
The Oscars Score 16.6 Million Total Viewers (Mar 29, 2022)
VIDEO: Cynthia Erivo Stars in ROAR Apple TV+ Series Trailer (Mar 25, 2022)
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater Opens Season With JESUS HOPPED THE 'A' TRAIN (May 18, 2023)
The Oscars Score 16.6 Million Total Viewers (Mar 29, 2022)
VIDEO: Cynthia Erivo Stars in ROAR Apple TV+ Series Trailer (Mar 25, 2022)
BIO
Lupita Nyong'o was last seen in J.J. Abrams’ Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Maz Kanata. She lends her voice to Jon Favreau’s upcoming The Jungle Book as Raksha and will next be seen in Mira Nair’s Queen of Katwe. Her feature film debut in Steve McQueen’s 12 Years a Slave earned her an Academy Award, SAG Award and Spirit Award. She graduated from the Yale School of Drama, and her stage credits include Eclipsed (the Public), The Winter’s Tale (Yale Rep), Uncle Vanya and The Taming of the Shrew. This is her Broadway debut.
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Oscar (TM) winner Lupita Nyong'o is Nakku Harriet and newcomer Madina Nalwanga is Phiona Mutesi in Disney's QUEEN OF KATWE, the vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she is introduced to the
Date:
09/27/2016
From: BWW Review: QUEEN of KATWE Deserves the Trophy, Pennant, Belt, and Title
STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award
Lupita Nyong'o, Eclipsed
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Lupita Nyong'o, Eclipsed
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Lupita Nyong'o, Eclipsed
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VIDEO: Lupita Nyong'o Practiced Kissing Over Zoom for Virtual ROMEO Y JULIETA Production
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 17, 2021
VIDEO: Watch the 'Honest Trailers' Take on STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2020
VIDEO: Listen to the Song Lin-Manuel Miranda Created for STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 22, 2020
VIDEO: Lupita Nyong'o Visits 'Halloween Horror Nights' to Experience the US Maze and Reprise Her Role
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 30, 2019
VIDEO: Lupita Nyong'o Talks Going Undercover at Comic Con on Jimmy Kimmel Live
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2018
VIDEO: Explore the World of STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI in New Featurette
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 10, 2017
News
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater Opens Season With JESUS HOPPED THE 'A' TRAIN
The 2023 Season at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater opens with Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Sherri Eden Barber. Performances run Tuesdays through Saturdays, May 26 to June 17 at 8 p.m.
The 2023 Season at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater opens with Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Sherri Eden Barber. Performances run Tuesdays through Saturdays, May 26 to June 17 at 8 p.m.
The Oscars Score 16.6 Million Total Viewers
The 94th Oscars on ABC attracted an average audience of 16.6 million Total Viewers and delivered a 3.8/28 among Adults 18-49. Hosted by Wanda Sykes, Regina Hall, and Amy Schumer, the 94th Oscars were held on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and were televised live on ABC. Check out the full list of winners!
The 94th Oscars on ABC attracted an average audience of 16.6 million Total Viewers and delivered a 3.8/28 among Adults 18-49. Hosted by Wanda Sykes, Regina Hall, and Amy Schumer, the 94th Oscars were held on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and were televised live on ABC. Check out the full list of winners!
VIDEO: Cynthia Erivo Stars in ROAR Apple TV+ Series Trailer
Based on a book of short stories by Cecelia Ahern, the series is the first to be released under “Roar” creators and co-showrunners Carly Mensch and Liz Flahive’s (“GLOW”) overall deal with Apple TV+. The series includes Cynthia Erivo, Nicole Kidman, Issa Rae, Merritt Wever, Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, Meera Syal, Fivel Stewart, and Kara Hayward.
Based on a book of short stories by Cecelia Ahern, the series is the first to be released under “Roar” creators and co-showrunners Carly Mensch and Liz Flahive’s (“GLOW”) overall deal with Apple TV+. The series includes Cynthia Erivo, Nicole Kidman, Issa Rae, Merritt Wever, Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, Meera Syal, Fivel Stewart, and Kara Hayward.
Raul Esparza, Janet McTeer & More Star in New Theresa Rebeck Film GLIMPSE
Gravitas Ventures, an Anthem Sports & Entertainment Company, will release Glimpse, a new film written and directed by Theresa Rebeck, May 6 in theaters and on-demand worldwide.
Gravitas Ventures, an Anthem Sports & Entertainment Company, will release Glimpse, a new film written and directed by Theresa Rebeck, May 6 in theaters and on-demand worldwide.
Rachel Zegler, Jake Gyllenhaal & More to Present at the Oscars
Previously announced Oscars presenters include Halle Bailey, Stephanie Beatriz, Ruth E. Carter, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Kevin Costner, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jennifer Garner, H.E.R., Tiffany Haddish, Woody Harrelson, Tony Hawk, Anthony Hopkins, Samuel L. Jackson, Lily James, Daniel Kaluuya, Zoë Kravitz, Mila Kunis, Lady Gaga, John Leguizamo, and more.
Previously announced Oscars presenters include Halle Bailey, Stephanie Beatriz, Ruth E. Carter, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Kevin Costner, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jennifer Garner, H.E.R., Tiffany Haddish, Woody Harrelson, Tony Hawk, Anthony Hopkins, Samuel L. Jackson, Lily James, Daniel Kaluuya, Zoë Kravitz, Mila Kunis, Lady Gaga, John Leguizamo, and more.
Academy Museum Gala to Honor Miky Lee, Steve McQueen, & Tilda Swinton
The evening is being co-chaired by Academy Award-winning actor and Academy Museum supporter Halle Berry, Academy Museum Trustee and producer Jason Blum, Academy Museum Trustee and screenwriter, director, producer Ryan Murphy, and Academy Award-winning actor Lupita Nyong’o.
The evening is being co-chaired by Academy Award-winning actor and Academy Museum supporter Halle Berry, Academy Museum Trustee and producer Jason Blum, Academy Museum Trustee and screenwriter, director, producer Ryan Murphy, and Academy Award-winning actor Lupita Nyong’o.
Halle Bailey, Samuel L. Jackson & More to Present at the Oscars
Previously announced Oscars presenters include Ruth E. Carter, Kevin Costner, Anthony Hopkins, Lily James, Daniel Kaluuya, Zoë Kravitz, Mila Kunis, Lady Gaga, John Leguizamo, Simu Liu, Rami Malek, Lupita Nyong’o, Rosie Perez, Chris Rock, Naomi Scott, Wesley Snipes, Uma Thurman, John Travolta and Yuh-Jung Youn.
Previously announced Oscars presenters include Ruth E. Carter, Kevin Costner, Anthony Hopkins, Lily James, Daniel Kaluuya, Zoë Kravitz, Mila Kunis, Lady Gaga, John Leguizamo, Simu Liu, Rami Malek, Lupita Nyong’o, Rosie Perez, Chris Rock, Naomi Scott, Wesley Snipes, Uma Thurman, John Travolta and Yuh-Jung Youn.
John Travolta, Lupita Nyong'o & More to Present at the Oscars
Previously announced Oscars presenters include Ruth E. Carter, Kevin Costner, Anthony Hopkins, Lily James, Zoë Kravitz, Lady Gaga, John Leguizamo, Simu Liu, Rami Malek, Rosie Perez, Chris Rock, Uma Thurman and Yuh-Jung Youn. The producers will continue to announce talent joining the show in the coming weeks.
Previously announced Oscars presenters include Ruth E. Carter, Kevin Costner, Anthony Hopkins, Lily James, Zoë Kravitz, Lady Gaga, John Leguizamo, Simu Liu, Rami Malek, Rosie Perez, Chris Rock, Uma Thurman and Yuh-Jung Youn. The producers will continue to announce talent joining the show in the coming weeks.
Helen Mirren, Hugh Jackman & More to Guest Star on HUMAN RESOURCES
The new guests include Helen Mirren as renowned Shame Wizard Rita St. Swithens, Hugh Jackman as Dante the seductive Addiction Angel, Lupita Nyong’o as Asha the Shame Wizard, Chris O'Dowd as Flanny the Lovebug, and Harvey Guillen as Jose the Spider Receptionist. New humans include Janelle Monáe, Ali Wong, and more. Plus, watch the new trailer!
The new guests include Helen Mirren as renowned Shame Wizard Rita St. Swithens, Hugh Jackman as Dante the seductive Addiction Angel, Lupita Nyong’o as Asha the Shame Wizard, Chris O'Dowd as Flanny the Lovebug, and Harvey Guillen as Jose the Spider Receptionist. New humans include Janelle Monáe, Ali Wong, and more. Plus, watch the new trailer!
VIDEO: Jessica Chastain in New THE 355 'Packing the Punches' Featurette
The stars of Universal Pictures’ The 355, including producer and star Jessica Chastain and Diane Kruger, discuss the film’s ruthless hand-to-hand combat scenes. The filmmaking and stunt teams designed unique fighting styles for each of the film’s lead characters, played by Chastain, Kruger, Penélope Cruz, Bingbing Fan and Lupita Nyong’o.
The stars of Universal Pictures’ The 355, including producer and star Jessica Chastain and Diane Kruger, discuss the film’s ruthless hand-to-hand combat scenes. The filmmaking and stunt teams designed unique fighting styles for each of the film’s lead characters, played by Chastain, Kruger, Penélope Cruz, Bingbing Fan and Lupita Nyong’o.
Peacock Will Debut Universal Pictures Content As Soon As 45 Days After Premiere
The 2022 theatrical slate will feature some of the biggest titles including The 355, starring Jessica Chastain andd Lupita Nyong’o; Ticket To Paradise, starring George Clooney and Julia Roberts; Marry Me starring Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson;Downton Abbey: A New Era; the final installment of the Halloweenfranchise Halloween Ends and much more.
The 2022 theatrical slate will feature some of the biggest titles including The 355, starring Jessica Chastain andd Lupita Nyong’o; Ticket To Paradise, starring George Clooney and Julia Roberts; Marry Me starring Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson;Downton Abbey: A New Era; the final installment of the Halloweenfranchise Halloween Ends and much more.
The Theatre World Awards Announces Live In-Person Ceremony Set for June 6, 2022
Save the Date! The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors, Dale Badway, President, has announced, today, the return to a live in-person presentation of the 76th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony that will take place on Monday evening, June 6, 2022 beginning at 7:00PM. Theater venue will be announced in spring 2022.
Save the Date! The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors, Dale Badway, President, has announced, today, the return to a live in-person presentation of the 76th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony that will take place on Monday evening, June 6, 2022 beginning at 7:00PM. Theater venue will be announced in spring 2022.
VIDEO: Apple TV Shares Trailer for New Peanuts New Year's Eve Special
In the special, after Lucy experiences a disappointing Christmas because her Grandma couldn’t visit, she resolves to throw the best New Year’s Eve party ever for the entire Peanuts gang, while Charlie Brown struggles to accomplish just one of his resolutions before the clock strikes twelve. Watch the new trailer now!
In the special, after Lucy experiences a disappointing Christmas because her Grandma couldn’t visit, she resolves to throw the best New Year’s Eve party ever for the entire Peanuts gang, while Charlie Brown struggles to accomplish just one of his resolutions before the clock strikes twelve. Watch the new trailer now!
New Peanuts Special FOR AULD LANG SYNE Will Air on Apple TV+ in December
In the special, after the Peanuts gang experience a disappointing Christmas because Grandma can’t visit, Lucy resolves to throw herself the best New Year’s Eve party ever, while Charlie Brown struggles to accomplish just one of his resolutions before the clock strikes twelve.
In the special, after the Peanuts gang experience a disappointing Christmas because Grandma can’t visit, Lucy resolves to throw herself the best New Year’s Eve party ever, while Charlie Brown struggles to accomplish just one of his resolutions before the clock strikes twelve.
LeVar Burton To Host TV Special Featuring Library Of Congress National Book Festival On PBS
'Open a Book, Open the World: The Library of Congress National Book Festival,' hosted by LeVar Burton, will premiere Sunday, Sept. 12, at 6 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, PBS.org and the PBS Video app. The program will offer a timely celebration of the power of books and discussions on some of the big topics of the day.
'Open a Book, Open the World: The Library of Congress National Book Festival,' hosted by LeVar Burton, will premiere Sunday, Sept. 12, at 6 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, PBS.org and the PBS Video app. The program will offer a timely celebration of the power of books and discussions on some of the big topics of the day.
Dorset Theatre Festival Will Present StageFree Audio Plays
STAGEFREE will create a bridge between the festival's history of artistic excellence in producing bold new work, and its commitment to community engagement by making the plays accessible to anyone, anywhere, any time, and completely for FREE!
STAGEFREE will create a bridge between the festival's history of artistic excellence in producing bold new work, and its commitment to community engagement by making the plays accessible to anyone, anywhere, any time, and completely for FREE!
Theater Stories: ECLIPSED, SLAVE PLAY, HANGMEN and More About the John Golden Theatre
Today's Theater Stories features the John Golden Theatre! Learn about the shows to have graced the stage of the theatre including, The Normal Heart, A Doll's House, Part 2, Eclipsed, Slave Play, and many more!
Today's Theater Stories features the John Golden Theatre! Learn about the shows to have graced the stage of the theatre including, The Normal Heart, A Doll's House, Part 2, Eclipsed, Slave Play, and many more!
New Animated Musical Comedy STEPS in Development at Netflix
Steps deepens Poehler's relationship with Netflix. She made her directorial debut with Wine Country in 2019 and most recently directed Moxie which premiered on Netflix March 3rd.
Steps deepens Poehler's relationship with Netflix. She made her directorial debut with Wine Country in 2019 and most recently directed Moxie which premiered on Netflix March 3rd.
BWW Review: Lupita Nyong'o and Juan Castano Are Bilingual Lovers in The Public's Radio Drama ROMEO Y JULIETA
The visuals may be left to the listener's imagination in The Public Theater's new audio play, but what lands on the ear takes Joseph Papp's revolutionary concept a bit further.
The visuals may be left to the listener's imagination in The Public Theater's new audio play, but what lands on the ear takes Joseph Papp's revolutionary concept a bit further.
Dorset Theatre Festival Announces Plans for 2021 Season of Live Performances and Audio Plays
Dorset Theatre Festival has announced the Festival’s return for summer 2021, including the inaugural StageFree Audio Play Series, featuring new commissions by playwrights Theresa Rebeck and Chisa Hutchinson, and live outdoor performances at the Southern Vermont Arts Center in Manchester, VT throughout July and August.
Dorset Theatre Festival has announced the Festival’s return for summer 2021, including the inaugural StageFree Audio Play Series, featuring new commissions by playwrights Theresa Rebeck and Chisa Hutchinson, and live outdoor performances at the Southern Vermont Arts Center in Manchester, VT throughout July and August.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Lupita Nyong'o been in?
Lupita Nyong'o has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Lupita Nyong'o been in?
Lupita Nyong'o has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Lupita Nyong'o been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Eclipsed, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Eclipsed and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Eclipsed.
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