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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

 
[Broadway, 2027]
Video Designer
 
[West End, 2026]
Video Designer
 
[West End, 2025]
Video Designer
 
[West End, 2025]
Video Designer
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Projection Designer
 
[West End, 2023]
Video designer
 
[West End, 2022]
Video Designer
 
[West End, 2022]
Video Designer
 
[West End, 2022]
Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Video Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Video Design
 
[West End, 2016]
Video Designer

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

News

Video: Tom Fletcher on Writing the Songs for PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2026

A new behind-the-scenes video has been released of Tom Fletcher discussing how he wrote the music for Paddington The Musical. Check out the video here!
It's Official! PADDINGTON Will Arrive on Broadway in 2027; Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2026

New York, please look after this bear. As BroadwayWorld reported last month, the record-breaking, smash hit, seven-time Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical  PADDINGTON The Musical will begin performances Tuesday, March 30, 2027 and officially open Sunday, April 18, 2027  at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
Is A PADDINGTON Transfer Imminent? Signs Appear Around Broadway
by Michael Major - Jun 15, 2026

Paddington might be preparing to make his highly-anticipated journey across the pond. Posters featuring the beloved character have been popping up around the New York City theatre district, with the phrase 'Have You Seen This Bear?' 
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Might Come to Broadway ‘Next Season,’ Pink Reveals During the Tony Awards
by Michael Gioia - Jun 7, 2026

It looks like 'Paddington the Musical' may be coming to Broadway as soon as next season. At one point during the opening, Neil Patrick Harris — who starred in Art this season — brought out a plushie of the beloved Paddington bear, to which Pink responded, “Maybe next season.” 
Photos: ANGEL'S BONE at English National Opera
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026

First-look production photos have been released for English National Opera’s UK premiere of ANGEL’S BONE by Du Yun. Directed by Kip Williams, the production opens May 12 at Aviva Studios in Manchester before transferring to the London Coliseum.
Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
Photos: Sadie Sink, Noah Jupe, and More Behind the Scenes of ROMEO & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

Empire Street Productions has released behind the scenes photos from Romeo & Juliet, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe directed by Robert Icke. Check out the photos here!
Photos: English National Opera’s ANGEL’S BONE In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026

English National Opera will present Du Yun’s Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel’s Bone in a new production directed by Kip Williams, with performances scheduled at Aviva Studios in Manchester. See photos from inside rehearsal.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for English National Opera's ANGEL’S BONE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026

English National Opera (ENO) will present Du Yun’s Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel’s Bone at the London Coliseum in October, following its UK premiere in Greater Manchester in May. See rehearsal photos here!
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Eyes 2027 Broadway Transfer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

Paddington the Musical is eyeing a 2027 bow on Broadway. The production's lead producer, Sonia Friedman, revealed following the show's seven wins at the Olivier Awards, that she is hoping to bring the show to New York next year.
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Extends Until February 2028
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL, winner of 7 Olivier Awards and 9 WhatsOnStage Awards, has extended its West End run through February 13, 2028, with best ticket availability from Winter 2026.
Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026

London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.
Photos: Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe in ROMEO & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026

All new production photos have been released from Romeo & Juliet, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe. Directed by Robert Icke, the production is now playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre until Saturday 20 June 2026. Check out the photos here!
Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Season Award Finalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the Finalists for its 2025 Season Awards honoring significant achievements in each of the Circle’s season award categories.
WHATSONSTAGE Awards Winners Announced; Full List of Winners
by Gillian Blum - Mar 8, 2026

At a ceremony at The London Palladium hosted by Gina and Mazz Murray, the winners of the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards in association with AudienceView were announced.
EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!
Listen: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Releases ‘Marmalade’ Single For World Book Day 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026

The new UK hit PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL has released a new studio recording of the song “Marmalade” in celebration of World Book Day 2026. Listen to the new track now!
English National Opera to Premiere ANGEL'S BONE by Du Yun This May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026

English National Opera has announced that Du Yun's Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel's Bone will open at the London Coliseum in October, following its UK premiere in Greater Manchester in May, marking a bold expression of ENO's dual-centre model. Angel's Bone opens at Aviva Studios, Manchester, home of Factory International, on 12 May 2026 before arriving at the London Coliseum on 16 October 2026.
ROMEO & JULIET Starring Sadie Sink & Noah Jupe Extends
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Romeo & Juliet will extend for two weeks due to popular demand. The production, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances at the Harold Pinter Theatre on Wednesday 18 March.
Photos: Sadie Sink, Noah Jupe, and More in Rehearsal For ROMEO & JULIET at the Harold Pinter Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

All new photos have been released from the rehearsal room for Romeo & Juliet, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe. Check out the photos and learn more about the show 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 and the Outstanding Projection Design award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

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