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BIO

In 2016 he earned a Drama Desk nomination for his work in Bright Star on Broadway at the Cort Theatre; then went on to play Henry Higgins in My Fair Lady at Bay Street Theatre directed by Michael Arden. In 2015 he received an OCC nomination for his work in Dr. Zhivago. Other starring roles on Broadway include Once and Jesus Christ Superstar. In 2015 Paul made his off-Broadway debut with Daddy Long Legs directed by John Caird. He was most recently seen on Broadway as Billy Flynn in Chicago. His regional credits include Aida (Kansas City Starlight), Jesus Christ Superstar and Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots (LJP), and six seasons with the Stratford Festival. paulalexandernolan.com @_PaulNolan

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STAGE CREDITS

Water for Elephants Water for Elephants
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
August
Parade Parade
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Hugh Dorsey
Slave Play Slave Play
[Broadway]
Broadway Return, 2021
Jim [Replacement]
Slave Play Slave Play
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Jim
Slave Play Slave Play
[Off-Broadway]
NYTW Off-Broadway World Premiere, 2018
Jim
Escape to Margaritaville Escape to Margaritaville
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Tully
Escape to Margaritaville Escape to Margaritaville
[Regional (US)]
World Premiere Production at La Jolla Playhouse, 2017
Tully
Bright Star Bright Star
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Jimmy Ray Dobbs
Daddy Long Legs Daddy Long Legs
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Jervis
Chicago Chicago
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Billy Flynn [Replacement]

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Paul Alexander Nolan, Bright Star

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Paul Alexander Nolan, Doctor Zhivago

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WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Enters Final Three Weeks of Performances Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Enters Final Three Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS will play its final performance on Broadway in three weeks. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the musical before it closes on Broadway.
Photos: Chilina Kennedy, Jenn Colella And More Turn Out for WILD ABOUT YOU Album Rele Photo
Photos: Chilina Kennedy, Jenn Colella And More Turn Out for WILD ABOUT YOU Album Release
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2024

Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions celebrated the release of Wild About You – World Premiere Recording: Deluxe Edition at Power Station on Sunday. See photos from the event.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Announces Broadway Closing Date Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Water for Elephants will play its final performance at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre on Sunday, December 8th, 2024. 
Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions Present WILD ABOUT YOU World Premiere Rec Photo
Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions Present WILD ABOUT YOU World Premiere Recording: Deluxe Edition
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2024

The WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition, featuring music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy, is out today. The album includes two new tracks with performances by Eric McCormack, Ashley Loren, and Troy Iwata.
Photos/Video: 2024 BROADWAY FLEA MARKET Raises $1,421,675 Photo
Photos/Video: 2024 BROADWAY FLEA MARKET Raises $1,421,675
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024

Thousands of Broadway fans, countless theatrical treasures and dozens of Broadway stars lit up New York City’s Theater District - and ushered in a record-breaking fundraising total - when the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returned Sunday, September 22, 2024. Check out photos and video from the event!
2024 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction- A Full Guide Photo
2024 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction- A Full Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 22, 2024

It's just days until one of the most anticipated events of the season for theater lovers. The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction is about to take over the Theatre District and we have all info you need to prepare yourself for the big day!
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Launch Memory Maker Program Ticketing Initiative Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Launch Memory Maker Program Ticketing Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is launching the Memory Maker Program—a special ticketing initiative with a number of non-profit organizations to help support their missions and efforts. Learn more about the initiative.
Jordan Fisher, Alyssa Milano & More to Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Auto Photo
Jordan Fisher, Alyssa Milano & More to Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Autograph Table & Photo Booth
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2024

Broadway stars are set to sign theatrical treasures and pose for photos with fans at the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction in New York City’s Theater District on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Learn how to attend.
Video: Go Behind the Trapeze Work in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Photo
Video: Go Behind the Trapeze Work in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Michael Major - Sep 10, 2024

Watch a video of an inside look at the trapeze work in Water For Elephants on Broadway! See cast member Sam Renaud control the rigs for the trapezes while Isabelle McCalla sings 'Easy.' While singing along, Renaud controlled the rigging that supports the intricate fly system used in the production.
WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition Featuring Music And Lyrics By Chilina Kennedy to be Rel Photo
WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition Featuring Music And Lyrics By Chilina Kennedy to be Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2024

The WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition, featuring music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy, will be released in September.
Photos: Kyle Selig Joins WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway Photo
Photos: Kyle Selig Joins WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2024

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS welcomed Broadway’s Kyle Selig to the role of Jacob Jankowski on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. See photos here!
Video: Kyle Selig Joins WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway Photo
Video: Kyle Selig Joins WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

Water For Elephants officially welcomed Kyle Selig in the role of Jacob Jankowski beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Check out a behind the scenes video as well as Selig's first curtain call!
Video: Grant Gustin Takes Final Bow in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Photo
Video: Grant Gustin Takes Final Bow in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

Grant Gustin played his final performance as 'Jacob Jankowski' in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre.  Check out a video of his final curtain call here!
Photos: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Cast Signs Albums at Barnes & Noble Photo
Photos: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Cast Signs Albums at Barnes & Noble
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 28, 2024

Just yesterday, New York's Barnes & Noble Fifth Avenue hosted a CD signing for the Water for Elephants: Original Broadway Cast Recording. Check out photos here!
Grant Gustin & More to Join WATER FOR ELEPHANTS CD Signing at Barnes & Noble Photo
Grant Gustin & More to Join WATER FOR ELEPHANTS CD Signing at Barnes & Noble
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024

New York's Barnes & Noble Fifth Avenue will host a CD signing for the Water for Elephants: Original Broadway Cast Recording. Learn how to attend.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Cast Recording is Available Now on CD Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Cast Recording is Available Now on CD
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2024

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical Water for Elephants, featuring a score by PigPen Theatre Co., is now available on CD! The album is also available in streaming and digital formats. Learn how to stream or purchase the album here!
Kyle Selig Will Replace Grant Gustin in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Photo
Kyle Selig Will Replace Grant Gustin in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 15, 2024

BroadwayWorld has just learned that WATER FOR ELEPHANTS will welcome Kyle Selig (Mean Girls) to the role of Jacob Jankowski beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Watch: 'The Road Don't Make You Young' Music Video From WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Photo
Watch: 'The Road Don't Make You Young' Music Video From WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024

Watch the official music video for 'The Road Don't Make You Young' from Water for Elephants on Broadway.
Leslie Uggams, Andrea Martin, & More Join THE GILDED AGE Season 3 Photo
Leslie Uggams, Andrea Martin, & More Join THE GILDED AGE Season 3
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2024

A slew of new names have joined the third season of HBO's hit drama The Gilded Age. Bill Camp (Broadway's The Crucible), Merritt Wever, Leslie Uggams, and Lisagay Hamilton will all play key roles in Season 3's ensemble. Additionally, Tony Award winner Andrea Martin is set to portray a medium named Madame Dashkova. 
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Launch Tent Talkback Series This Month Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Launch Tent Talkback Series This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2024

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is launching the Tent Talkback Series. Learn more about the series and see how to attend.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paul Alexander Nolan been in?

Paul Alexander Nolan has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Paul Alexander Nolan been in?

Paul Alexander Nolan has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Paul Alexander Nolan been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bright Star and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Doctor Zhivago.

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