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BIO

Broadway: The Heart of Rock and Roll, Pacific Overtures, Peter and The Starcatcher. Off-Broadway: Plays for the Plague Year, Road Show, Romeo and Juliet, Timon of Athens (all at The Public Theater), Passion, Found, Ivanov, The Seagull, Adrift in Macao (Barrymore Award winner, Drama Desk nomination). Recent Regional Theatre: Swept Away (Arena Stage), Crime & Punishment - A Comedy (Old Globe). National Tours: Small Mouth Sounds, Miss Saigon. www.orvillemendoza.com

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Captain (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Fjord

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
The Old Globe's World Premiere Production, 2018
Fjord

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2017
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Production, 2014
Orville

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2013
Sergeant Lombardi

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public LAB Shakespeare Revival, 2011
Painter

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2007
Tempura

Tempura

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
La Jolla Revival, 2006
Uncle Henry

[New York]
Reading, 2005
Performer

[Philadelphia, PA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2005
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2004
Performer (Swing) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Performer

Ensemble

[New York]
World Premiere, 2004
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Orville Mendoza, Adrift in Macao

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Photos: Inside Seth Avett's Surprise Concert at SWEPT AWAY

Seth Avett of The Avett Brothers joined the cast of Swept Away on stage for a surprise post-show performance of “Tear Down the House” and “Untitled #4” this weekend, in celebration of the show’s Broadway run. Check out photos here!
Video: Seth Avett Performs at Curtain Call of SWEPT AWAY

Seth Avett of The Avett Brothers joined the cast of Swept Away on stage for a surprise post-show performance of “Tear Down the House” and “Untitled #4” this weekend. Check out photos and video here!
SWEPT AWAY's Rico LeBron Takes Over Our Instagram Today

Swept Away's Rico LeBron takes over our Instagram today! The takeover occurs on what would have been the production's closing day on Broadway, before their recently announced extension to December 29 to popular demand.
Listen: 'Ain't No Man' From SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording

The first single “Ain’t No Man” has been released from the Swept Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording), featuring music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Listen here!
SWEPT AWAY Pushes Back Broadway Closing Date

The Broadway production of Swept Away has extended its run at the Longacre Theatre through Sunday, December 29, due to a surge in ticket sales following the previous announcement of its closing.
SWEPT AWAY Sets Broadway Closing Date

Swept Away will play its final performance on December 15, 2024. The musical, with music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers, will have played 32 regular performances and 20 previews at the time of its closing. 
SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in February

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the new Broadway musical Swept Away is coming soon! Find out when and where you can get the album and pre-order it here!
Video: The Avett Brothers Perform SWEPT AWAY Title Song

The Avett Brothers, writers of the new Broadway musical Swept Away, visited the TODAY Show on Friday to perform the title number from the show. Watch them perform the song here!
Video: The Avett Brothers Perform During SWEPT AWAY Opening Night Curtain Call

Swept Away officially opened on Broadway this week. The cast was joined on stage for a special performance by The Avett Brothers during the show's curtain call. Check out the video here!
Photos: The Avett Brothers Join SWEPT AWAY Cast at Opening Night Curtain Call

The Broadway production of the new musical Swept Away, with music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers, held its official opening this week. The cast was joined on stage by The Avett Brothers during the show's curtain call. Check out photos here!
Review Roundup: SWEPT AWAY Opens On Broadway Featuring the Music of The Avett Brothers

The new musical Swept Away hits the high seas of Broadway tonight. The new musical with music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Did the new musical sink or sail with critics? Find out below!
Photos: SWEPT AWAY on Broadway Featuring the Music of The Avett Brothers

All new production photos have been released from the Broadway production of the new musical Swept Away, with music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Check out the photos here!
Photos & Video: SWEPT AWAY Begins Previews on Broadway

Last night, Swept Away, the new Broadway musical with music and lyrics by folk-rock band The Avett Brothers, began performances at the Longacre Theatre. See photos and videos!
SWEPT AWAY Will Offer Lottery and Rush Tickets

Ahead of their first preview, lottery and rush tickets have been announced for The Avett Brothers’ new musical Swept Away. Find out how to get discounted rush and lottery tickets to the Broadway show.
Video: SWEPT AWAY on Broadway with John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands & More

Get a first look at video from Swept Away starring John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands, and more, beginning previews Tuesday, October 29th here!
Photos: SWEPT AWAY Press Preview

Swept Away hosted a special press event on Friday, October 25th ahead of their first preview this Tuesday, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture their performance. Check out photos here!
Meet the Cast of SWEPT AWAY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

The Avett Brothers new musical Swept Away begins previews tonight, Tuesday, October 29. The official opening will be on Tuesday, November 19 at the Longacre Theatre. Meet the cast of Swept Away here!
Photos: Inside Rehearsals For SWEPT AWAY

All new photos provide a sneak peek into rehearsals for The Avett Brothers new musical Swept Away, which will begin performances on Tuesday, October 29 at the Longacre Theatre. Swept Away’s official opening will be on Tuesday, November 19. Check out the photos here!
Photos: The Avett Brothers Pose in Front of Longacre Theatre Ahead of SWEPT AWAY Opening

The Avett Brothers recently posed in front of the newly-minted Longacre Theatre, where their musical Swept Away will begin performances on Tuesday, October 29. Check out the photos here!
Original Cast Members Will Return For SWEPT AWAY on Broadway; Full Cast Revealed!

The Avett Brothers’ new musical Swept Away will star the returning principal cast members from the show’s run at Berkeley Repertory and Arena Stage. Learn more about the full cast here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Orville Mendoza been in?

Orville Mendoza has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Orville Mendoza been in?

Orville Mendoza has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Orville Mendoza been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Adrift in Macao.

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