Sahr Ngaujah
Latest News on Sahr Ngaujah:
MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway- A Complete Guide (Aug 8, 2023)
Ashley Loren to Depart MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL in April (Feb 22, 2023)
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL to Release New Block of Tickets for Performances Through Early September 2023 (Dec 12, 2022)
MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway- A Complete Guide (Aug 8, 2023)
Ashley Loren to Depart MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL in April (Feb 22, 2023)
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL to Release New Block of Tickets for Performances Through Early September 2023 (Dec 12, 2022)
BIO
Sahr Ngaujah originated the title role in Fela! Off-Broadway, Broadway and on the West End, earning Obie and Theater World Awards; Olivier, Tony, Grammy, Drama Desk, Lortel and Drama League nominations. His Off-Broadway credits include Master Harold and the Boys, The Signature Theater One-Acts, The Painted Rocks at Revolver Creek. His film and television credits include "Deception," "Law & Order: SVU," "The Good Wife," "The Blacklist," "Last Resort," "The Accidental Wolf," Patti Cake$, Money Monster, Freeheld, Kensho at the Bedfellow, Blood Done Sign My Name, The Signal, and Stomp the Yard. He holds a Masters of Theatre from DasArts - Netherlands. His music credits include Fela aKUsTIc, Chop and Quench, Directors Band.
Photos
Ashley Loren as Satine, Derek Klena as Christian, Eric Anderson as Harold Zidler; Seated " Sahr Ngaujah as Toulouse-Lautrec, Declan Bennett as The Duke of Monroth, Caleb Marshall Villarreal as Santiago
Date:
07/25/2022
From: Photos/Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Celebrates Three Years on Broadway With New Production Photos and Video
Director Alex Timbers; cast members Tam Mutu, Danny Burstein, Karen Olivo, Robyn Hurder, Aaron Tveit, Ricky Rojas, and Sahr Ngaujah; choreographer Sonya Tayeh; book writer John Logan, and music supervisor Justin Levine
Date:
07/10/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Welcome to the MOULIN ROUGE! The Cast and Creatives Meet the Press!
Director Alex Timbers; cast members Tam Mutu, Danny Burstein, Karen Olivo, Robyn Hurder, Aaron Tveit, Ricky Rojas, and Sahr Ngaujah; choreographer Sonya Tayeh; book writer John Logan, and music supervisor Justin Levine from â€Moulin Rouge!" The Broadway Musical at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on July 9, 2019 in New York City.
Date:
07/09/2019
From: FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast & Creative Team of MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
How I Spent My Summer Vacation
[ 1997 ] D Angelo Michael Ngaujah
[ 1997 ] D Angelo Michael Ngaujah
Big Ain't Bad
[ 2002 ] Clay M. Sahr Nguajah
[ 2002 ] Clay M. Sahr Nguajah
Shi cha qi xiao shi
[ 2005 ] Orintheus Sahr Nguajah
[ 2005 ] Orintheus Sahr Nguajah
Stomp the Yard
[ 2007 ] Harold
[ 2007 ] Harold
The Signal
[ 2007 ] Rod Sahr
[ 2007 ] Rod Sahr
The Jailhouse
[ 2009 ] Ch
[ 2009 ] Ch
Blood Done Sign My Name
[ 2010 ] Boo Chavis
[ 2010 ] Boo Chavis
Freeheld
[ 2015 ] Father John
[ 2015 ] Father John
Money Monster
[ 2016 ] Yao Appiah COO
[ 2016 ] Yao Appiah COO
Kensho at the Bedfellow
[ 2017 ] Mosi
[ 2017 ] Mosi
Patti Cake$
[ 2017 ] O-Z
[ 2017 ] O-Z
TV Shows
House of Payne
Blue
Blue
Last Resort
Julian Serrat
Julian Serrat
The Blacklist
General Yaabari
General Yaabari
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Sahr Ngaujah, Moulin Rouge!
Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award
Sahr Ngaujah, Mlima's Tale
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production
Sahr NgaujahFELA!
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Actor in a Musical
Sahr Ngaujah, Fela!
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2010 - Performance
Sahr Ngaujah, Fela!
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sahr Ngaujah, Fela!
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Sahr Ngaujah, Fela!
The Lortels - 2009 - Outstanding Lead Actor
Sahr Ngaujah, Fela! A New Musical
Videos
VIDEO: Aaron Tveit & Natalie Mendoza Perform 'Your Song' from MOULIN ROUGE! on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2022
VIDEO: MOULIN ROUGE's Sahr Ngaujah Visits Backstage with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Feb 5, 2022
VIDEO: Kelli O'Hara, Ashley Park & More in THE ACCIDENTAL WOLF Season Two Trailer
by Michael Major - Dec 7, 2021
VIDEO: Ten-Time Tony-Winning MOULIN ROUGE! Celebrates a Spectacular Re-Opening Night
by Team BWW - Sep 27, 2021
VIDEO: Stars Eva Noblezada and Aaron Tveit Talk Broadway's Return on TODAY
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2021
VIDEO: Zachary Noah Piser, Jeremy Stolle, Nteliseng Nkhela & More Perform at BROADWAY'S BACK FOR THE CITY'S BEST
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2021
VIDEO: Alex Timbers Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 27, 2021
VIDEO: Cole Escola Performs the Opening Number From the 2020 Obie Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Oneika Phillips, Lillias White and More Come Together to Spread Joy with FELA!
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2020
VIDEO: Aaron Tveit Talks MOULIN ROUGE & Reveals His Favorite Broadway Show
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 9, 2020
VIDEO: Watch MOULIN ROUGE's Amber Ardolino's Music Video for Grace Potter's 'Paris Ooh La La'
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Mar 8, 2020
VIDEO: The Cast of MOULIN ROUGE! Performs a Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 18, 2020
TV: Stars from HADESTOWN, MOULIN ROUGE, JAGGED LITTLE PILL & More Pick Favorite Cast Albums!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 26, 2020
TV: Stars of MOULIN ROUGE! HADESTOWN & More Celebrate Grammy Nominations!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 14, 2020
VIDEO: Aaron Tveit and Karen Olivo Perform 'Your Song' From MOULIN ROUGE! on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2019
AUDIO: Karen Olivo Sings 'The Sparkling Diamond' on the MOULIN ROUGE! Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Aug 23, 2019
VIDEO: Watch An All New Trailer For MOULIN ROUGE!; Tickets Now Available Through July 5, 2020!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2019
TV: The Cast of MOULIN ROUGE! Parties Like It's 1899 on Opening Night
by TV - Opening Night Special - Jul 26, 2019
News
MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway- A Complete Guide
Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Moulin Rouge! on Broadway. Check out all the details below!
Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Moulin Rouge! on Broadway. Check out all the details below!
Ashley Loren to Depart MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL in April
Ashley Loren will take her final bow as Satine in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway on April 9, 2023. See how to purchase tickets.
Ashley Loren will take her final bow as Satine in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway on April 9, 2023. See how to purchase tickets.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL to Release New Block of Tickets for Performances Through Early September 2023
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical is releasing a new block of tickets for performances through September 3, 2023 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical is releasing a new block of tickets for performances through September 3, 2023 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Aaron Tveit to Return to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL; David Harris & André Ward to Join the Cast
Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit will return to the Broadway company of Moulin Rouge! The Musical in the role of Christian for a 12-week limited engagement beginning Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit will return to the Broadway company of Moulin Rouge! The Musical in the role of Christian for a 12-week limited engagement beginning Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Signature Theatre to Unveil 42 Street Intersection as Jim Houghton Way
On the afternoon of October 4, Signature Theatre will unveil the 42nd Street and Dyer Avenue intersection in New York City’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood as the newly co-named Jim Houghton Way, celebrating the groundbreaking company’s founder, James Houghton (1958-2016).
On the afternoon of October 4, Signature Theatre will unveil the 42nd Street and Dyer Avenue intersection in New York City’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood as the newly co-named Jim Houghton Way, celebrating the groundbreaking company’s founder, James Houghton (1958-2016).
Photos/Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Celebrates Three Years on Broadway With New Production Photos and Video
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical celebrates the third anniversary of the Broadway production opening at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Check out all new production photos and a global celebration video marking the milestone!
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical celebrates the third anniversary of the Broadway production opening at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Check out all new production photos and a global celebration video marking the milestone!
Photos: Director Alex Timbers Receives Portrait at Sardi's
Alex Timbers received his portrait at Sardis last night. Check out photos from the unveiling.
Alex Timbers received his portrait at Sardis last night. Check out photos from the unveiling.
MOULIN ROUGE! Releases New Block of Tickets Through February 26, 2023
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical is releasing a new block of tickets for performances through February 26, 2023 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St, NYC).
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical is releasing a new block of tickets for performances through February 26, 2023 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St, NYC).
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL to Celebrate 500th Performance by Distributing 500 Tickets to NYC Area Schools
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical will commemorate its 500th Broadway performance on Saturday evening, Mat 7th by partnering with the New York City Department of Education to distribute 500 tickets to NYC area schools. Students will get to experience the production at various performances over the next year.
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical will commemorate its 500th Broadway performance on Saturday evening, Mat 7th by partnering with the New York City Department of Education to distribute 500 tickets to NYC area schools. Students will get to experience the production at various performances over the next year.
Ashley Loren, Derek Klena, Declan Bennett & Caleb Marshall-Villarreal to Lead MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
Meet the new stars of Moulin Rouge on Broadway with the current cast. Ashley Loren, Tony Award nominee Derek Klena, Declan Bennett and Caleb Marshall-Villarreal will lead the Broadway cast of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical beginning Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Meet the new stars of Moulin Rouge on Broadway with the current cast. Ashley Loren, Tony Award nominee Derek Klena, Declan Bennett and Caleb Marshall-Villarreal will lead the Broadway cast of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical beginning Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Ashley Loren, Derek Klena, Declan Bennett, and More to Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
Producers Carmen Pavlovic and Bill Damaschke announced today that Ashley Loren, Tony Award nominee Derek Klena, Declan Bennett and Caleb Marshall-Villarreal will lead the Broadway cast of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical beginning Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Producers Carmen Pavlovic and Bill Damaschke announced today that Ashley Loren, Tony Award nominee Derek Klena, Declan Bennett and Caleb Marshall-Villarreal will lead the Broadway cast of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical beginning Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Tveit, Mendoza, Mutu & Rojas to Depart MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL on May 8
Producers Carmen Pavlovic and Bill Damaschke announced today that Natalie Mendoza, Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit, Tam Mutu and Ricky Rojas will play their final performance in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Sunday, May 8, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Producers Carmen Pavlovic and Bill Damaschke announced today that Natalie Mendoza, Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit, Tam Mutu and Ricky Rojas will play their final performance in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Sunday, May 8, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
VIDEO: Aaron Tveit & Natalie Mendoza Perform 'Your Song' from MOULIN ROUGE! on THE VIEW
Aaron Tveit and Natlie Mendoza appeared on The View this morning to perform 'Your Song' from Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Originally by Elton John, the song is one of the many popular songs covered in the musical. Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of ten 2021 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Actor for Tveit.
Aaron Tveit and Natlie Mendoza appeared on The View this morning to perform 'Your Song' from Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Originally by Elton John, the song is one of the many popular songs covered in the musical. Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of ten 2021 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Actor for Tveit.
VIDEO: MOULIN ROUGE's Sahr Ngaujah Visits Backstage with Richard Ridge
Broadway is back and BroadwayWorld is bringing you all of the interviews you crave with your favorite Broadway stars! Richard Ridge is keeping up with all of their latest projects on Backstage Live, bringing you in-depth interviews weekly. Below, watch as he catches up with Moulin Rouge!'s Toulouse-Lautrec, Sahr Ngaujah.
Broadway is back and BroadwayWorld is bringing you all of the interviews you crave with your favorite Broadway stars! Richard Ridge is keeping up with all of their latest projects on Backstage Live, bringing you in-depth interviews weekly. Below, watch as he catches up with Moulin Rouge!'s Toulouse-Lautrec, Sahr Ngaujah.
Tony Nominee Robyn Hurder to Depart MOULIN ROUGE! in February; Jessica Lee Goldyn to Step Into the Role of 'Nini'
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder will play her final performance as Nini in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Jessica Lee Goldyn begins performances in the role starting Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder will play her final performance as Nini in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Jessica Lee Goldyn begins performances in the role starting Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
VIDEO: MOULIN ROUGE! Says Goodbye to Four Cast Members, Makes Donation to Project ALS
Aaron Tveit took the stage at Moulin Rouge to give a speech honoring the cast members who were leaving the show, including Travis Ward-Osborne, Sam J. Cahn, Reed Luplau, and of course, Danny Burstein.
Aaron Tveit took the stage at Moulin Rouge to give a speech honoring the cast members who were leaving the show, including Travis Ward-Osborne, Sam J. Cahn, Reed Luplau, and of course, Danny Burstein.
Eric Anderson to Replace Danny Burstein as Harold Zidler in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Eric Anderson in the role of club impresario Harold Zidler beginning Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St, NYC).
The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Eric Anderson in the role of club impresario Harold Zidler beginning Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St, NYC).
VIDEO: Kelli O'Hara, Ashley Park & More in THE ACCIDENTAL WOLF Season Two Trailer
Topic has released the trailer for season two of The Accidental Wolf starring Tony-winner Kelli O'Hara, Ashley Park, Judith Light, Laurie Metcalf, Denis O'Hare, Marsha Stephanie Blake, and more. In The Accidental Wolf Season 2, six months has passed since Katie (O’Hara) answered a phone call that upended her life. Watch the new trailer now!
Topic has released the trailer for season two of The Accidental Wolf starring Tony-winner Kelli O'Hara, Ashley Park, Judith Light, Laurie Metcalf, Denis O'Hare, Marsha Stephanie Blake, and more. In The Accidental Wolf Season 2, six months has passed since Katie (O’Hara) answered a phone call that upended her life. Watch the new trailer now!
VIDEO: Watch MOULIN ROUGE! Take Center Stage at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The magic of Moulin Rouge! was transported from 45th Street to 34th this morning as the cast of the Tony-winning musical performed live at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The magic of Moulin Rouge! was transported from 45th Street to 34th this morning as the cast of the Tony-winning musical performed live at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Photos: See Natalie Mendoza, Aaron Tveit & More in New Images From MOULIN ROUGE!
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical is releasing a new block of tickets for performances through October 2, 2022 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St, NYC).
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical is releasing a new block of tickets for performances through October 2, 2022 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St, NYC).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sahr Ngaujah been in?
Sahr Ngaujah has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Sahr Ngaujah been in?
Sahr Ngaujah has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Sahr Ngaujah's first West End show?
Sahr Ngaujah's first West End show was Fela! which opened in 2010
What awards has Sahr Ngaujah been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Mlima's Tale, Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for FELA! , Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Fela!, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Fela!, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fela!, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Fela! and Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Fela! A New Musical.
What awards has Sahr Ngaujah won?
Sahr Ngaujah has won the following awards: Outstanding Costume Design for a Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for FELA! and the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Fela!.
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