Ash J Woodward
Birth Place: UK
Latest News on Ash J Woodward:
DEAR ENGLAND Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in January (Dec 29, 2025)
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards (Dec 11, 2025)
Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (Dec 11, 2025)
DEAR ENGLAND Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in January (Dec 29, 2025)
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards (Dec 11, 2025)
Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (Dec 11, 2025)
BIO
Specialising in Video and Projection Design for live performance, Ash has designed and animated content for large scale shows in the West End and Broadway as well as smaller fringe and scratch performances all over the world. Recent theatre credits as Video and Projection Designer include: The Divide (Old Vic), Molly (Squint). Associate Designer credits include: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (NT), The Tempest (RSC), Bat Out of Hell (London Coliseum), Dog's Heart (De Nationale Opera). Other credits include: You Say You Want A Revolution (V&A); Rolling Stones: Exhibitionism (Saatchi Gallery).
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Video/Projections (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Ash J. Woodward, Patriots
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Projection Design
Ash J. Woodward, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Projection Design
Ash J. WoodwardHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
Videos
Video: Noah Mullins to Join Mark Addy and Jenna Russell in THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-10-28 14:35:02
Video: Watch a New Preview of BALLET SHOES at the National Theatre
by Michael Major - 2025-02-18 13:33:42
Video: Watch an All-New Trailer For DEAR ENGLAND at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2023-09-26 05:40:52
News
DEAR ENGLAND Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025
Following a record-breaking run in the West End in 2023, James Graham's Olivier Award-winning play Dear England is now on tour, visiting 16 venues across England. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025
Following a record-breaking run in the West End in 2023, James Graham's Olivier Award-winning play Dear England is now on tour, visiting 16 venues across England. Learn more here!
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
The full cast has been announced joining the already announced Mark Addy as Harold Fry, Jenna Russell as Maureen Fry and Noah Mullins as The Balladeer in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
The full cast has been announced joining the already announced Mark Addy as Harold Fry, Jenna Russell as Maureen Fry and Noah Mullins as The Balladeer in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
Photos: BALLET SHOES At National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
The National Theatre has released first look photos of the festive return of Kendall Feaver’s acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
The National Theatre has released first look photos of the festive return of Kendall Feaver’s acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes.
Photos: National Theatre Begins Rehearsals For Return Of BALLET SHOES
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The National Theatre has released rehearsal photos of Ballet Shoes, Kendall Feaver’s adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s classic novel, directed by Katy Rudd. Running November 17, 2025–February 21, 2026, in the Olivier Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The National Theatre has released rehearsal photos of Ballet Shoes, Kendall Feaver’s adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s classic novel, directed by Katy Rudd. Running November 17, 2025–February 21, 2026, in the Olivier Theatre.
Video: Noah Mullins to Join Mark Addy and Jenna Russell in THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Noah Mullins will join Mark Addy and Jenna Russell to make their West End debut playing The Balladeer in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Watch a video of Mullins here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Noah Mullins will join Mark Addy and Jenna Russell to make their West End debut playing The Balladeer in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Watch a video of Mullins here!
Full Cast Set For BALLET SHOES at The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
The National Theatre has announced full casting for the festive return of Kendall Feaver's acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild's best-selling book Ballet Shoes as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
The National Theatre has announced full casting for the festive return of Kendall Feaver's acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild's best-selling book Ballet Shoes as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.
Photos: First Look At DEAR ENGLAND UK National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2025
The National Theatre’s Dear England, James Graham’s Olivier Award-winning play about Gareth Southgate and the England men’s football team, has begun its first national tour. Check out photos of the production!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2025
The National Theatre’s Dear England, James Graham’s Olivier Award-winning play about Gareth Southgate and the England men’s football team, has begun its first national tour. Check out photos of the production!
Cast Set For BALLET SHOES Return at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025
The National Theatre has announced initial casting for the festive return of Kendall Feaver’s acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025
The National Theatre has announced initial casting for the festive return of Kendall Feaver’s acclaimed adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s best-selling book Ballet Shoes.
THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Concept Album Will Be Released Ahead of West End Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Tickets will go on sale on September 10 for the Chichester Festival Theatre production of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Tickets will go on sale on September 10 for the Chichester Festival Theatre production of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
Principal Cast Set For PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the world premiere of PADDINGTON The Musical, the principal cast and further members of the creative team have been revealed. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the world premiere of PADDINGTON The Musical, the principal cast and further members of the creative team have been revealed. Learn more here!
THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY to Transfer to the West End In January 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
The Chichester Festival Theatre production of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry will transfer to the West End. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
The Chichester Festival Theatre production of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry will transfer to the West End. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Full Cast Set For National Tour of James Graham's DEAR ENGLAND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
The National Theatre has revealed further casting for its national tour of Dear England. As previously announced, heading the cast will be David Sturzaker. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
The National Theatre has revealed further casting for its national tour of Dear England. As previously announced, heading the cast will be David Sturzaker. Learn more here!
David Sturzaker and Samantha Womack Will Lead DEAR ENGLAND Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2025
The National Theatre has announced casting news for its tour of Dear England. Leading the cast will be David Sturzaker as England manager Gareth Southgate, with Samantha Womack playing the role of team psychologist Pippa Grange.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2025
The National Theatre has announced casting news for its tour of Dear England. Leading the cast will be David Sturzaker as England manager Gareth Southgate, with Samantha Womack playing the role of team psychologist Pippa Grange.
Full Cast Set for THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
The full company has been revealed for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, a joyous new musical adapted by Rachel Joyce from her own multi-million-selling novel in the UK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
The full company has been revealed for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, a joyous new musical adapted by Rachel Joyce from her own multi-million-selling novel in the UK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: National Theatre's Return of DEAR ENGLAND in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
The National Theatre has released all new rehearsal photos for its return of James Graham’s smash-hit production of Dear England. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
The National Theatre has released all new rehearsal photos for its return of James Graham’s smash-hit production of Dear England. Check out the photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Ash J Woodward been nominated for?
Outstanding Video/Projections (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Patriots, Outstanding Projection Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Outstanding Projection Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
What awards has Ash J Woodward won?
Ash J Woodward has won the Outstanding Projection Design award at the Drama Desk Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Additionally, they received the Outstanding Projection Design award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
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