Simbi Akande
Latest News on Simbi Akande :
Interview: 'It's a Gift of a Character'; Actor Alex Sawyer on Learning on the Job and Playing The Lead in HAMILTON (Jul 11, 2024)
New Cast Set for HAMILTON in London's West End (May 8, 2024)
HAMILTON Extends Booking in the West End Until 29 March 2025 (Mar 12, 2024)
Interview: 'It's a Gift of a Character'; Actor Alex Sawyer on Learning on the Job and Playing The Lead in HAMILTON (Jul 11, 2024)
New Cast Set for HAMILTON in London's West End (May 8, 2024)
HAMILTON Extends Booking in the West End Until 29 March 2025 (Mar 12, 2024)
BIO
Training: Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts.
Theatre whilst training includes: ‘Hattie’ in Kiss Me, Kate; ‘Marian Anderson’ in First Lady Suite; ‘Celeste’ in Sunday in the Park with George; ‘Celia’ in As You Like It; ‘Rose’ in Dancing At Lughnasa and ‘Laurey’ in Oklahoma!.
Theatre includes: The Light in the Piazza (Royal Festival Hall and LA Opera); ‘Lula Buffington’ and ‘Almeta’ in Violet (Charing Cross Theatre); Putting It Together (Hope Mill Theatre); ‘Marta’ in Company (Aberdeen Arts Centre); ‘Tzeitel’ in Fiddler on the Roof (Chichester Festival Theatre); ‘Clara Brown’ in Ghost (UK Tour) and Show Boat (Gillian Lynne Theatre).
Other work includes: ‘The Boss’ in Heel; ensemble in Sing Street; Repertory Company in From Page to Stage; ‘Wurca’ in Qu4rter; ‘Nadia’ in F**ked in Marrakech and ‘Mamie Till’ in Rosa.
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VIDEO: 150 Performers Record 'Make Them Hear You' to Raise Runds for StopWatch
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2020
VIDEO: Chatting With the Cast and Creatives of THE PRINCE OF EGYPT on Opening Night
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2020
TV: Creators Stephen Schwartz & Philip LaZebnik Talk Musical THE PRINCE OF EGYPT
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - Feb 24, 2020
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For New Song From THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, 'Never in a Million Years'
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2019
VIDEO: Luke Brady Sings 'Footprints on the Sand' From THE PRINCE OF EGYPT
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2019
News
Interview: 'It's a Gift of a Character'; Actor Alex Sawyer on Learning on the Job and Playing The Lead in HAMILTON
Actor and musician Alex Sawyer is currently playing the lead role in the West End production of Hamilton at London's Victoria Palace Theatre - and Broadway World sat down with the Alexander Hamilton actor to find out more about the show.
Actor and musician Alex Sawyer is currently playing the lead role in the West End production of Hamilton at London's Victoria Palace Theatre - and Broadway World sat down with the Alexander Hamilton actor to find out more about the show.
New Cast Set for HAMILTON in London's West End
New casting has been announced for the West End production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s HAMILTON. The new cast will have their first performance at the Victoria Palace Theatre on Monday 17 June 2024 where tickets are currently booking to 29 March 2025.
New casting has been announced for the West End production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s HAMILTON. The new cast will have their first performance at the Victoria Palace Theatre on Monday 17 June 2024 where tickets are currently booking to 29 March 2025.
HAMILTON Extends Booking in the West End Until 29 March 2025
HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre has extedned booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. The Christmas performance schedule is also announced.
HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre has extedned booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. The Christmas performance schedule is also announced.
Video: West End Cast of HAMILTON Shows Off Their Moves to Beyoncé's 'TEXAS HOLD 'EM'
The cast of Hamilton in the West End knows how to get down! Watch a clip of the company showing off their moves to Beyoncé's 'TEXAS HOLD 'EM'.
The cast of Hamilton in the West End knows how to get down! Watch a clip of the company showing off their moves to Beyoncé's 'TEXAS HOLD 'EM'.
LES MISERABLES and HAMILTON Extend Booking Until 28 September 2024
LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre and HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre both announce today booking extensions until Saturday 28 September 2024. Find out how to get tickets to these iconic musicals here!
LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre and HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre both announce today booking extensions until Saturday 28 September 2024. Find out how to get tickets to these iconic musicals here!
Photos: First Look at All-New Photos From HAMILTON in London
All new production photos have been released for the London production of HAMILTON. Check out the photos here!
All new production photos have been released for the London production of HAMILTON. Check out the photos here!
Declan Spaine and More Join the Cast of HAMILTON in the West End
New casting has been announced for Hamilton in the West End, who will have their first performance at the Victoria Palace Theatre on 19 June 2023 where tickets are currently on sale to 2 March 2024.
New casting has been announced for Hamilton in the West End, who will have their first performance at the Victoria Palace Theatre on 19 June 2023 where tickets are currently on sale to 2 March 2024.
MOTHER GOOSE Starring Ian McKellen and John Bishop Announces Additional Venues For UK and Ireland Tour
The smash-hit production of MOTHER GOOSE starring Ian McKellen and John Bishop, will also visit Leicester, Salford and Bristol as part of their UK and Ireland tour.
The smash-hit production of MOTHER GOOSE starring Ian McKellen and John Bishop, will also visit Leicester, Salford and Bristol as part of their UK and Ireland tour.
Photos: First Look at Ian McKellen, John Bishop & More in MOTHER GOOSE UK & Ireland Tour
See photos of the UK and Ireland tour of MOTHER GOOSE starring Ian McKellen and John Bishop.
See photos of the UK and Ireland tour of MOTHER GOOSE starring Ian McKellen and John Bishop.
Photos: First Look at Ian McKellen and John Bishop in MOTHER GOOSE
Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has released a new production photo of Ian McKellen and John Bishop in the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE. The production is currently running at Theatre Royal Brighton before the show transfers to London’s Duke of York’s Theatre (15 December – 2 January 2023) ahead of a UK and Ireland Tour until April 2023.
Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has released a new production photo of Ian McKellen and John Bishop in the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE. The production is currently running at Theatre Royal Brighton before the show transfers to London’s Duke of York’s Theatre (15 December – 2 January 2023) ahead of a UK and Ireland Tour until April 2023.
The Cast of MOTHER GOOSE Arrive at Theatre Royal Brighton
A giant golden egg greets commuters at Brighton station in anticipation of Mother Goose opening at Theatre Royal Brighton this weekend.
A giant golden egg greets commuters at Brighton station in anticipation of Mother Goose opening at Theatre Royal Brighton this weekend.
Anna-Jane Casey to Join Ian McKellen & John Bishop in the UK and Ireland Tour of MOTHER GOOSE
Anna-Jane Casey will be joining the UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE as Cilla The Goose with Mairi Barclay, Becca Francis, Shailan Gohil and Laura Tyrer also confirmed to join the company
Anna-Jane Casey will be joining the UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE as Cilla The Goose with Mairi Barclay, Becca Francis, Shailan Gohil and Laura Tyrer also confirmed to join the company
Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End
Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has announced a UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE, starring Ian McKellen as Mother Goose, John Bishop as Vic Goose and Mel Giedroyc as the Goose.
Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has announced a UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE, starring Ian McKellen as Mother Goose, John Bishop as Vic Goose and Mel Giedroyc as the Goose.
MOTHER GOOSE Starring Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc Will Tour UK and Ireland
A UK and Ireland Tour has been announced for the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE. The first of its kind to tour the country and play all the way to Easter!
A UK and Ireland Tour has been announced for the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE. The first of its kind to tour the country and play all the way to Easter!
John Owen-Jones, Rosemary Ashe, and Claire Moore Set For GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF: THE MUSICAL
Great British Bake Off: The Musical will open at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham on 22 July 2022 for a limited run. Endorsed and created in association with producers of the TV phenomenon, Love Productions, this musical comedy has perfectly reimagined the nation's favourite baking show into a funny and charming musical comedy.
Great British Bake Off: The Musical will open at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham on 22 July 2022 for a limited run. Endorsed and created in association with producers of the TV phenomenon, Love Productions, this musical comedy has perfectly reimagined the nation's favourite baking show into a funny and charming musical comedy.
John Owen Jones and Rosemary Ashe Join the Cast of BAKE OFF THE MUSICAL at Everyman Theatre
Endorsed and created in association with Executive Producer Richard McKerrow and the producers of the TV phenomenon, Love Productions, this musical comedy has perfectly reimagined the nation’s favourite baking show into a funny and charming musical comedy.
Endorsed and created in association with Executive Producer Richard McKerrow and the producers of the TV phenomenon, Love Productions, this musical comedy has perfectly reimagined the nation’s favourite baking show into a funny and charming musical comedy.
THE PRINCE OF EGYPT Filmed Live At London's Dominion Theatre
The Prince of Egypt has this week been filmed live at London's Dominion Theatre by Universal Pictures Content Group. Plans for its broadcast will be released at a later date. The live capture of Scott Schwartz's production is directed by Brett Sullivan and produced by Dione Orrom.
The Prince of Egypt has this week been filmed live at London's Dominion Theatre by Universal Pictures Content Group. Plans for its broadcast will be released at a later date. The live capture of Scott Schwartz's production is directed by Brett Sullivan and produced by Dione Orrom.
Full Casting Announced For LOVE STORY at Cadogan Hall
Rebecca Caine (Les Miserables, The Sound of Music, Preludes) will join the previously announced Emma Williams and Michael Xavier for Love Story: 10th Anniversary Concert, directed by Kirk Jameson (I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, Marry Me A LiDle).
Rebecca Caine (Les Miserables, The Sound of Music, Preludes) will join the previously announced Emma Williams and Michael Xavier for Love Story: 10th Anniversary Concert, directed by Kirk Jameson (I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, Marry Me A LiDle).
Photos: THE PRINCE OF EGYPT is Now Starring Oliver Lidert and Nardia Ruth
The Prince of Egypt has released all new production photos, featuring Oliver Lidert, who stars as ‘Jethro’ from tonight (Monday 18 October 2021), and Nardia Ruth who is now playing ‘Nefertari’.
The Prince of Egypt has released all new production photos, featuring Oliver Lidert, who stars as ‘Jethro’ from tonight (Monday 18 October 2021), and Nardia Ruth who is now playing ‘Nefertari’.
THE PRINCE OF EGYPT to Play Final Performance at the Dominion Theatre on January 8, 2022
THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, based on the classic DreamWorks Animation film, will play its final performance at London’s Dominion Theatre on Saturday 8 January 2022, the end of its booking period. Extra shows have been added on 20, 21 and 28 December 2021 at 2.30pm.
THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, based on the classic DreamWorks Animation film, will play its final performance at London’s Dominion Theatre on Saturday 8 January 2022, the end of its booking period. Extra shows have been added on 20, 21 and 28 December 2021 at 2.30pm.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Simbi Akande been in?
Simbi Akande has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Simbi Akande been in?
Simbi Akande has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Simbi Akande's first West End show?
Simbi Akande's first West End show was Show Boat which opened in 2016
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