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BIO

In 2006 Lipkin played Nicky/Trekkie as part of the original London cast of Avenue Q in at the Noël Coward Theatre.



He appeared in the 2010/11 UK tour of Monty Python's Spamalot before playing Lonny in the original London cast of Rock of Ages which opened in 2011.

In 2014 he appeared in I Can't Sing!. He then played the role of Proprietor in the Menier Chocolate Factory production of Assassins.

He appeared as Lead Man in I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change in 2015, followed by puppeteering the Lorax in The Lorax at the Old Vic.

In 2016 he played Lou Lubowitz in Miss Atomic Bomb and Bill Sykes in Oliver before joining the cast of Guys and Dolls at The Savoy Theatre, London as Nathan Detroit, starring opposite Rebel Wilson as Miss Adelaide.

Lipkin along with comedian and composer Vikki Stone hosted the 2017 WhatsOnStage Awards at the Prince Edward Theatre in London. Later on he was part of the original cast of the new Duncan Sheik musical Whisper House at The Other Palace in London. He played the role of Ratty in The Wind in The Willows at the London Palladium from June to September 2017, before playing Mr Poppy in Nativity! The Musical (having previously appeared in Nativity 3: Dude Where's My Donkey?! as Chief Elf) from October 2017 to January 2018 on a UK tour.

He has also appeared in a small role in Show Dogs with fellow theatre star Oliver Tompsett which was released in Spring 2018.

Also in 2018 Lipkin starred in Deborah Isitt’s fourth Nativity film - Nativity Rocks! alongside Daniel Boys and Craig Revel Horwood.

He was cast as Louis Drake in Deborah Isitt’s 2022 film Christmas On Mistletoe Farm, along with Scott Garnham,Kathryn Drysdale and Ashley Jensen.

Lipkin starred as Buddy in Elf the Musical at the Dominion Theatre alongside Georgina Castle from November 2022 to January 2023.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2023
Cast

[West End]
2022
BUDDY

[West End]
West End Return Engagement, 2019
Mr. Poppy

[West End]
West End Production, 2017
Rat

[West End]
West End Production, 2017
Sheriff

[West End]
London, 0
The Proprietor

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2014
Barlow

[West End]
Original London Production, 2011
Lonny

[West End]
Original London Production, 2006
Nicky

Trekkie Monster


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OLIVER! Extends Run at The Gielgud Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver! will extend booking through until Sunday 29 March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
Listen: OLIVER! 2024 London Cast Recording Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 10, 2025

The new 2024 cast recording from the London company of Oliver! is now available on digital. Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre last year, the recording features iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food”, “Consider Yourself”, and more. Listen to it here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Interview: 'It's Very Emotionally Intense': Actor Aaron Sidwell on Playing Bill Sikes in OLIVER!
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 23, 2024

Recently, we had the chance to talk with Aaron Sidwell, who takes on the infamous role of Bill Sikes. We discussed what made him want to be involved in Oliver!, how he is able to take on such an emotionally demanding role and what makes this production so special compared to other versions of the musical.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Listen: 'Food, Glorious Food' From OLIVER! 2024 London Cast Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2024

Listen to 'Food, Glorious Food' from the Oliver! 2024 London Cast Recording! Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre earlier in the year.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
OLIVER! in London Finds its Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024

The full London cast has been announced for Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, Oliver!, which will begin performances at Gielgud Theatre in London this weekend. Learn more here!
Tickets Available From £37.50 For OLIVER! at the Gielgud Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

Tickets are available now from £37.50 for Oliver!, playing at the Gielgud Theatre. Learn more about how to get discount tickets for this upcoming show here!
Photos/Video: OLIVER! at the Gielgud Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024

All new video footage and photos have been released of Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, Oliver!, which will begin performances at Gielgud Theatre in London on Saturday 14 December 2024 and has today extended bookings through to 28 September 2025.
Presale Tickets Available for OLIVER! at the Gielgud Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024

Presale tickets are available today for Oliver! at the Gielgud Theatre. The presale will begin on 9 September 2024 at 12pm and run through 10 September 2024 at 11:59pm. Tickets are available for performances from 14 December 2024 - 6 April 2025.
Review: OLIVER!, Chichester Festival Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Jul 25, 2024

Matthew Bourne brings sensational dance routines to the stage, adding a cherry to the cake of one of the greatest scores in musical theatre history
Original London Cast of AVENUE Q Will Reunite to Celebrate the Show's 18th Birthday
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2024

Avenue Q will return to London for a once-in-a-lifetime reunion on Sunday 10th November, with two very special concert performances at The Sondheim Theatre.
Musical Con Will Return For 2024 Edition in October
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024

This October, the world's biggest musical theatre fan convention, Musical Con, will return to London for the third year running, welcoming thousands of fans, of all ages, from across the country and abroad, to celebrate all things musicals under one roof. 
Cameron Mackintosh's New Production of OLIVER! Comes to the West End in December
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024

Cameron Mackintosh has announced that his new co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver!, which he has fully reconceived with director and choreographer Matthew Bourne, will open in London at the end of the year.
New Revival of OLIVER! Comes to Chichester Festival Theatre; Initial Cast Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024

An all new revival of Oliver! is coming to Chichester Festival Theatre as part of its new season. This new production of Lionel Bart’s musical has been fully reconceived especially for CFT by director and choreographer Matthew Bourne and Cameron Mackintosh. Learn more about the show here!
The Magic Circle Honour Cast and Crew of UNBELIEVABLE
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 16, 2023

In acknowledgement of the cast and crew’s skill and dedication to the craft, The Magic Circle will honour them with rare invitations to become certified magician apprentices. This is the first step to becoming a member of the world’s foremost magic society.
Interview: 'I've Been Doing a Lot of Kissing!': Actor Georgina Castle of ELF THE MUSICAL on Christmas Joy and Returning to the Role of Jovie
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 5, 2023

BroadwayWorld chatted with Georgina Castle about what it has been like returning to the show. We discussed what she loves about the production, how the musical compares to the film and how she found love on stage!
Review: UNBELIEVABLE, Criterion Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 27, 2023

Derren Brown calls his new production, Unbelievable, 'the magic show I've always wanted to see'. It's not only a show without Brown himself, but crucially (with the exception of Simon Lipkin) it is a magic show not performed by professional magicians. In fact, many members of their cast are making their West End debuts.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Simon Lipkin been in?

Simon Lipkin has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Simon Lipkin been in?

Simon Lipkin has appeared on London's West End in 11 shows.

What was Simon Lipkin's first West End show?

Simon Lipkin's first West End show was Avenue Q which opened in 2006

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