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Mark Thompson's work for the National Theatre includes The Alchemist, Once in a Lifetime, Henry IV Parts 1 & 2, Duchess of Malfi, Life x 3, The Wind in the Willows, The Madness of George III, Arcadia, Pericles, What the Butler Saw and The Day I Stood Still. Recent work elsewhere includes And Then There Were None (Gielgud); Bombay Dreams (London and Broadway); The Lady in The Van (Queen's), Follies (New York (set only); Dr Dolittle & Blast! (Apollo Hammersmith).

For the RSC: Hamlet, Measure for Measure, The Wizard of Oz, Much Ado About Nothing, The Comedy of Errors and The Unexpected Man; at the Royal Court: Piano/Forte, The Woman Before, Wild East, Mouth to Mouth, Six Degrees of Separation, Hysteria, The Kitchen, and Never Land; for the Donmar: Twelfth Night, Uncle Vanya (costumes only), The Blue Room, Insignificance, Company (also Albery), and The Front Page; for the Almeida: Volpone, Betrayal, Party Time and Butterfly Kiss.

Other theatre includes Art, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Shadowland. Opera: Falstaff (Scottish Opera), Peter Grimes (Opera North), Ariadne Auf Naxos (Salzburg), Il Viaggio à Reims (ROH), Hansel and Gretel (Sydney), The Two Widows (ENO), Queen of Spades (New York), and Montag aus licht (costumes; Milan). Ballet: Don Quixote (Royal Ballet).

Film: Costume Design for The Madness of King George.

Mark Thompson Productions

 
[US Tour, 2022]
Set & Costume Design
 
[West End, 2022]
Set Designer
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Original scenic and costume design[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2021]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Costume Designer
Set Designer
Costume Design
Set Design
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Set and Costume Design
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Set and Costume Design[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Scenic and Costume Designer
 
[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
Designer[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Set and Costumer Designer
 
[Las Vegas, 2014]
Production Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Scenic Designer
 
[West End, 2013]
Set & Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Costume Designer
Set Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Producer
 
[West End, 2011]
Designer
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
 
[West End, 2010]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
 
[West End, 2007]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Scenic Designer
Settings/Costumes
Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
 
[West End, 2002]
Production
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Costume Designer
Settings/Costumes
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
 
[Toronto, 2000]
Settings/Costumes
 
[New York, 1999]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
 
[West End, 1998]
Scenery/Costumes
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
 
[West End, 1995]
Settings/Costumes
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Settings/Costumes
 
[West End, 1991]
Settings/Costumes
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
 
[West End, 1989]
Settings/Costumes
 
[West End, 1986]
Scenery/Costumes

Mark Thompson Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Costume Design of a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical


winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Costume Design

Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory

Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Set Design

Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Set Design

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, London Assurance

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, La Bête

Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Set Design

Mark ThompsonEngland People Very Nice


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Set Designs - Musical

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Mark Thompson, The Unexpected Man

Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Blue Room

Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonArt

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia

Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Scenic Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia


winner
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonHysteria


winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Costume Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors


winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors, RSC

Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Costume Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows


winner
Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows

Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year

Mark Thompson, The Wizard Of Oz

Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year

Mark ThompsonMeasure For Measure

Mark Thompson Videos

Mark Thompson News


Review: MAMMA MIA! at Shea's Buffalo Theatre


Guilty as charged. I openly admit I really enjoy the ABBA musical, MAMMA MIA! There is a time and place for all kinds of entertainment, and the birth of the jukebox musical can almost certainly be attributed to kind of show MAMMA MIA has become. Now 25 years after it's opening, the national tour that is playing at Shea's Buffalo this week has audiences happily enraptured with a musical comedy that serves solely to entertain. And it most certainly succeeds.

MAMMA MIA! Extends Booking Period To March 2025


As part of the celebrations for MAMMA MIA! turning 25 on Saturday 6 April 2024, the hit musical has extended its booking period at London's Novello Theatre to Saturday 29 March 2025, with tickets now on sale.

TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Overture Center This Summer


​​​​​​​ TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL invites audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll.'

MAMMA MIA! Comes To Fort Worth's Bass Performance Hall This July


Get ready for a musical extravaganza as MAMMA MIA! tickets go on sale this Friday. The show is set to hit Fort Worth from July 16-21.

Review: MAMA MIA at Overture Center


What did our From the opening overture to the curtain call, Mama Mia is a fun and entertaining romp. Upbeat and rollercoaster-esque, the show takes you through a mired of situations and emotions as Sophie attempts to discover her father, while her mother, Donna fights off old feeling for a love thought long dead, all while dealing with the stress of of an upcoming large wedding.critic think of MAMA MIA at Overture Center?

MAMMA MIA! to Celebrate 25th Anniversary in the West End


In a month's time, on Saturday 6 April 2024, the original production of MAMMA MIA! will celebrate its 25th anniversary. Learn more about the history of MAMMA MIA! and see how to purchase tickets.

The 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA! is Coming to Madison This Month


The 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA! makes its way to Overture Center as a part of the 2023/24 season. With a limited engagement of eight performances, MAMMA MIA! will run Tuesday, March 19 through Sunday, March 24.

MAMMA MIA! 25th Anniversary Tour Recoups After 13 Weeks


MAMMA MIA!, has just announced that the 25th Anniversary North American Tour has recouped its $4.25 million investment after just 13 weeks on the road.

TINA �" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Will Embark on First UK and Ireland Tour


TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will embark on its first ever UK and Ireland tour, opening at Curve Leicester from Thursday 6 March 2025 to Saturday 22 March 2025.

MAMMA MIA! Comes to the Benedum Center Next Month


MAMMA MIA! comes to Pittsburgh as part of the 2023-2024 PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh Series, Tuesday, March 26 to Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the Benedum Center.

TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Dazzles Nashville Audiences With Tribute to 'The Queen of Rock and Roll'


Now onstage at Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Andrew Jackson Theatre, through Sunday, February 18, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical gives the full biographical jukebox musical treatment to one of Tennessee’s most talented exports and favorite daughters.

Video: How Christine Sherrill Went From Middle School To Starring In MAMMA MIA!


Christine Sherrill, a former 5th-grade teacher at St. Joseph Catholic Academy in Kenosha, Wisconsin, will return to her home state as one of the stars in the hit musical Mamma Mia when the national touring production opens in Milwaukee next week. Watch in this video!

Tickets on Sale Friday for MAMMA MIA's 7th Return to Memphis


The Orpheum Theatre Group announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Memphis will go on sale Friday, February 2, 2024.

TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Extends West End Booking Until 31 May 2025


The hit West End production TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL which is based on the life of legendary artist Tina Turner and was produced in association with Tina Turner herself, will extend booking until 31 May 2025, making it the longest running show ever to run at the Aldwych Theatre.

Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hall is Simply The Best!


Tina - The Tina Turner Musical stands as a masterful exposé of the icon's life, ranking among the best in its genre in my humble opinion. The entire cast of this Broadway touring production deserves commendation, with each performer and the orchestra paying much-deserved homage to the queen of rock ‘n roll. 

MAMMA MIA! I HAVE A DREAM Winners Stevie Doc and Tobias Turley Join the Musical This Month


Ahead of its 25th anniversary on 6 April 2024, Stevie Doc and Tobias Turley, the winners of ITV’s MAMMA MIA! I Have a Dream, will join the production of the global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! in the respective roles of Sophie and Sky at London’s Novello Theatre from Monday 29 January 2024. 

VIDEO: First Look at the 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA!


Get a first look at the cast of the 25th Anniversary North American Tour of Mamma Mia! in action! Since premiering in London in 1999 and on Broadway in 2001, the irresistible musical has captured the hearts of millions around the globe.

MAMMA MIA! is Coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in February


MAMMA MIA! returns to St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center brings the essence of the Queen of Rock to NWA


What did our critic think of TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center?

2011 Tony Nominations Announced! THE BOOK OF MORMON Leads With 14!


Past Tony winners Anika Noni Rose and Matthew Broderick announced the 2011 Tony Awards nominees live from the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in New York City.

Mark Thompson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Mark Thompson been nominated for?

Mark Thompson has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Costume Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards, and Best Set Design at the Olivier Awards. Some of the notable productions he has been recognized for include "Tina: The Tina Turner Musical," "Charlie And The Chocolate Factory," "One Man, Two Guvnors," "London Assurance," "La Bête," "England People Very Nice," "Bombay Dreams," "The Unexpected Man," "The Blue Room," "Art," "Arcadia," "Hysteria," "The Comedy Of Errors," "The Wind In The Willows," "The Wizard Of Oz," and "Measure For Measure."

What awards has Mark Thompson won?

Mark Thompson has won several awards for his outstanding work in costume and set design. He won the Outstanding Costume Design award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, the Best Costume Design award from the Olivier Awards for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, and the Outstanding Costume Design award from the Drama Desk Awards for Bombay Dreams. Additionally, he received the Outstanding Set Designs - Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for Bombay Dreams. Mark Thompson also won the Best Set Designer award from the Olivier Awards for Hysteria, The Comedy Of Errors, and The Wind In The Willows.

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