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BIO

Following his graduation from drama school in 2001, he was cast as a replacement ensemble member and understudy for Enjolras in the long-running West End production of Les Misérables. In the following five years, he took part in a number of productions with the Royal National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company. He also took part in the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre 2002 theatre season.



In 2010, he was part of the original ensemble of the Andrew Lloyd Webber Phantom of the Opera sequel Love Never Dies. Originally the understudy for Ramin Karimloo's Phantom, he later became the alternate. Following its closure, Mutu went on to star in a Toronto production of Chess.

In 2011, Mutu was cast to co-star in the ill-fated gothic musical Rebecca. Set to be his Broadway debut, the production was ultimately cancelled. A few days following the initial postponement of Rebecca in 2012, he was cast to replace Javert in the West End production of Les Misérables. He went on to star in the Olivier Award-winning revival of City of Angels which opened at Donmar Warehouse in December 2014.

Mutu moved to the United States in 2015 to star in the original Broadway musical Doctor Zhivago. The production was ultimately short-lived and closed after a month. He starred as Carey Grant in the initial 2015 and 2016 readings of Flying Over Sunset. He took part in the Encores! concert series and regional theatre, and in 2017 filmed the second season of the Netflix series Medici in Italy.

He was cast as the antagonist, the Duke of Monroth, in the pre-Broadway engagement of Moulin Rouge! The Musical in 2018. The production transferred to Broadway and opened in July 2019. The production was paused in March 2020; at that time, Mutu contracted COVID-19 and was hospitalized. The production resumed in September 2021. In May 2022, Mutu departed the production with other original cast members Aaron Tveit and Ricky Rojas.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
New York City Center Encores! Production, 2023
Bill Sikes

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
The Duke

[Boston]
World Premiere, 2018
The Duke of Monroth

[Off-Broadway]
City Center Encores! Production, 2018
Johnny

David

[Regional (US)]
5th Avenue Theatre Revival, 2017
Archibald Craven

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2017
Al Spanish

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Doctor Yurii Zhivago

[West End]
Original London Production, 2010
Ensemble

The Phantom (Standby)

[West End]
Royal National Theatre Production, 2002
Sailor Quartet

First FBI Agent

[West End]
Royal National Theatre Production, 2001
Brad Weaver

[West End]
Original London Production, 1985
Javert [Replacement]


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News


Video: Rehearsal Highlights from TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2025

Rehearsals are officially underway for the world premiere musical Take the Lead, which begins performances Saturday, March 29 ahead of a Sunday, April 6 opening night at Paper Mill Playhouse. Check out a sneak peek of 'Don't Get Too Close to Me' and 'Watch Me Move' in this video!
Interview: Tam Mutu in TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 17, 2025

We had the pleasure of interviewing Tam Mutu who plays Pierre Dulaine in 'Take the Lead.'  He shared fascinating insights about his career and the upcoming show PMP.
Photos: Meet the Cast of TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 14, 2025

Rehearsals are officially underway for the world premiere musical Take the Lead, which begins performances Saturday, March 29 ahead of a Sunday, April 6 opening night at Paper Mill Playhouse. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsal!
Photos: In Rehearsals for TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 4, 2025

Rehearsals are officially underway for the world premiere musical Take the Lead, which begins performances Saturday, March 29 ahead of a Sunday, April 6 opening night at Paper Mill Playhouse. Check out photos from inside the rehearsal room here!
Paper Mill Playhouse to Launch 'Take A Ticket' Initiative For TAKE THE LEAD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse  is launching “Take a Ticket,” a new initiative introduced for the upcoming world premiere of Take the Lead. Learn more about the production and see how to attend!
Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Savy Jackson, and More Will Lead TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming world premiere musical Take the Lead, beginning performances in March. Learn more here!
Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - May 5, 2024

Not every Broadway show is a smash. A focus on 14 hidden gems from shows that disappeared too quickly fueled an entertaining evening at 54 Below last Sunday on April 29th. Hosted by Charles Kirsch of Backstage Babble podcast and Robert W. Schneider, the evening was a success.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 30, 2024
by - Apr 30, 2024

Happy Tony Award nominations day, BroadwayWorld! It is April 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 
Interview: Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch Is Celebrating Flops at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 17, 2024

Charles Kirsch's podcast, Backstage Babble, gives a behind the scenes look at Broadway shows and the theater industry. On Monday April 29th at 7 pm, Kirsch will be hosting a special event at 54 Below paying tribute to 14 shows on the iconic “flop wall” at Joe Allen Restaurant with shows including Merrily We Roll Along, Nick and Nora, and Kelly.
Brenda Braxton, Amanda Green & More to Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES JOE ALLEN RESTAURANT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024

54 BELOW will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating the iconic wall of Broadway flop posters at Joe Allen Restaurant. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 8, 2023

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!
Listen: Julian Lerner Talks OLIVER! and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - May 30, 2023

This week on the Little Known Facts Podcast, Julian Lerner takes us behind the scenes from audition to performances as The Artful Dodger in the most recent production of Oliver! at City Center with  Benjamin Pajak, Raul Esparza, Lilli Cooper and more. Plus, deep dive into life on the set of The Wonder Years reboot and what he learned from working with Jennifer Garner.
Gavin Lee To Go On as 'Fagin' Tonight in OLIVER! at New York City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2023

Two-time Tony Award nominee Gavin Lee will be going on tonight as Fagin in Oliver! at New York City Center!
Broadway Buying Guide: May 8, 2023
by Team BWW - May 8, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 8, 2023.
Photos: The Cast of New York City Center's OLIVER! Takes Their First Bows
by Bruce Glikas - May 4, 2023

The New York City Center production of Oliver! began performances last night, May 3. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast taking their first bows here!
Video: Watch Highlights from OLIVER! at Encores!
by Show Highlights - May 4, 2023

See first look video of the New York City Center production of Oliver! The production is led by Lilli Cooper as Nancy, Raúl Esparza as Fagin, Julian Lerner as The Artful Dodger, Tam Mutu as Bill Sikes, Brad Oscar as Mr. Bumble, Benjamin Pajak as Oliver Twist, and Mary Testa as Widow Corney.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for OLIVER! at New York City Center
by Blair Ingenthron - May 2, 2023

Watch rehearsal footage of Julian Lerner, Benjamin Pajak, and the cast of the City Center Encores! production of OLIVER!
DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for May 2023
by Team BWW - May 1, 2023

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this May is a world premiere musical, a revival of a classic musical, and much more. 
Broadway Buying Guide: May 1, 2023
by Team BWW - May 1, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 1, 2023.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for OLIVER! at Encores!
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 25, 2023

Rehearsals are underway for the New York City Center production of Oliver! The production will be led by Lilli Cooper as Nancy, Raúl Esparza as Fagin, Julian Lerner as The Artful Dodger, Tam Mutu as Bill Sikes, Brad Oscar as Mr. Bumble, Benjamin Pajak as Oliver Twist, and Mary Testa as Widow Corney. Check out first photos of the cast in rehearsals!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Tam Mutu been in?

Tam Mutu has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Tam Mutu been in?

Tam Mutu has appeared on London's West End in 6 shows.

What was Tam Mutu's first West End show?

Tam Mutu's first West End show was Les Miserables which opened in 1985

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