David C. Woolard
Also Credited As: David Woolard
Latest News on David C. Woolard:
The 5th Avenue Theatre Will Present ELF – THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season (Oct 30, 2025)
Kathleen Chalfant and Ellen McLaughlin Will Lead PEN PALS at DR2 (Oct 3, 2025)
The Tony Awards Reveal 2025-2026 Nominating Committee (Jul 10, 2025)
The 5th Avenue Theatre Will Present ELF – THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season (Oct 30, 2025)
Kathleen Chalfant and Ellen McLaughlin Will Lead PEN PALS at DR2 (Oct 3, 2025)
The Tony Awards Reveal 2025-2026 Nominating Committee (Jul 10, 2025)
BIO
David C. Woolard has designed costumes at most of the major theatres in America as well as productions all over the world. He has dressed many personalities including Jane Fonda, Betty Buckley, Liz Mikel, Quentin Tarantino and Billy Crystal among others.
Broadway credits include BRONX BOMBERS, FIRST DATE, LYSISTRATA JONES, WEST SIDE STORY, Jane Fonda’s clothing for 33 VARIATIONS, DIVIDING THE ESTATE, THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION, RING OF FIRE, ALL SHOOK UP, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW (2001 Tony Award nomination) VOICES IN THE DARK, THE WHO’S TOMMY (1993 Tony and Olivier Award nominations) BELLS ARE RINGING, MARLENE, WAIT UNTIL DARK, Horton Foote’s THE YOUNG MAN FROM ATLANTA, DAMN YANKEES, A FEW GOOD MEN.
Other credits include PEICE OF MY HEART at The Signature Theatre, GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES with Megan Hilty (Encores), ORPHANS HOME CYCLE (Signature Theatre) (Drama Desk, Hewes Award), HEIR APPARENT, (CSC) (Drama Desk nomination) TOXIC AVENGER (off Broadway and Alley Theatre), THE DONKEY SHOW (A.R.T.)
He is well known in the Opera world as well having designed numerous world premiers including COLD MOUNTAIN at Santa Fe Opera, EVEREST at Dallas Opera, DEATH AND THE POWERS at Opera De Monte Carlo. And OSCAR at Santa Fe Opera and Philadelphia Opera Company.
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Costume Design
David C. Woolard, The Heir Apparent
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2010 - Notable Effects - Production Design, Costumes
David C. Woolard, The Orphans' Home Cycle
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2001 - Costume Design
David C. Woolard, The Rocky Horror Show
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Costume Design
David C. Woolard , The Rocky Horror Show
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Costume Design
David C. Woolard, The Who's Tommy
Videos
VIDEO: Get A First Look At HARRY TOWNSEND'S LAST STAND at New York City Center
by Alan Henry - 2019-12-03 15:37:54
VIDEO: Darren Pettie Delivers Powerful Arthur Miller Speech From INCIDENT AT VICHY
by Michael Dale - 2015-11-17 19:26:29
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Trailer for THE OLD FRIENDS at Alley Theatre - Betty Buckley, Hallie Foote & More!
by Christina Mancuso - 2014-08-20 16:14:11
In Performance Video: Watch PIECE OF MY HEART's de'Adre Aziza
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-07-29 10:09:54
TV: Highlights from Broadway's BRONX BOMBERS - Peter Scolari, Francois Battiste, John Wernke and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-01-29 18:20:54
TV: Betty Buckley and More in Signature Theatre's THE OLD FRIENDS - Highlights!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2013-09-10 18:13:02
STAGE TUBE: In the Recording Studio with the Cast of FIRST DATE; Album Now Available for Pre-Order
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-09-03 11:12:05
TV Exclusive: First Look at Video from FIRST DATE on Broadway Starring Zachary Levi & Krysta Rodriguez!
by Robert Diamond - 2013-08-08 12:16:36
STAGE TUBE: Michael Wilson, Christopher Shinn & Cast Go Behind the Scenes of Huntington Theatre's NOW OR LATER
by Stage Tube - 2012-10-16 20:00:31
STAGE TUBE: WEST SIDE STORY National Tour Lip-Syncs 'Call Me Maybe'
by Stage Tube - 2012-06-22 23:18:07
STAGE TUBE: Alley Theatre's TOXIC AVENGER- Performance Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-01-31 17:06:34
TV: Constantine Maroulis Gets Green in THE TOXIC AVENGER - New Commercial Featuring First Performance Footage!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-01-27 11:08:22
TV: Behind the Scenes of THE TOXIC AVENGER with Constantine Maroulis, Joe DiPeitro, David Bryan and More!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-01-06 17:47:47
TV: Check Out Meghann Fahy et al. in Kerrigan & Lowdermilk's SAMANTHA BROWN at Goodspeed Musicals
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-09-12 15:16:29
STAGE TUBE: MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD Company Talks New Primary Stages Production
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-08-29 11:15:10
STAGE TUBE: Clips from Goodspeed Musicals' UNAUTHORIZED AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF SAMANTHA BROWN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-08-22 10:37:53
News
The 5th Avenue Theatre Will Present ELF " THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The 5th Avenue Theatre will present ELF – The Musical November 28–December 28, 2025, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones. Starring Eric Ankrim as Buddy. Tickets are available now.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The 5th Avenue Theatre will present ELF – The Musical November 28–December 28, 2025, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones. Starring Eric Ankrim as Buddy. Tickets are available now.
Kathleen Chalfant and Ellen McLaughlin Will Lead PEN PALS at DR2
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Following its acclaimed Off-Broadway premiere, producer Lisa Dozier Shacket has announced the return of Pen Pals this summer at the DR2 Theatre for a strictly limited engagement.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Following its acclaimed Off-Broadway premiere, producer Lisa Dozier Shacket has announced the return of Pen Pals this summer at the DR2 Theatre for a strictly limited engagement.
The Tony Awards Reveal 2025-2026 Nominating Committee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2025-2026 Broadway season. Learn more about the Tony Awards here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2025-2026 Broadway season. Learn more about the Tony Awards here!
Review: TITANIQUE at Lido 2
by Patrick Honoré - Jun 27, 2025
Whether you’re a film buff, a Dion stan, or just craving a night of pure fun, this off-Broadway transplant will have you laughing, crying, and belting out “My Heart Will Go On” long after the curtain falls.
by Patrick Honoré - Jun 27, 2025
Whether you’re a film buff, a Dion stan, or just craving a night of pure fun, this off-Broadway transplant will have you laughing, crying, and belting out “My Heart Will Go On” long after the curtain falls.
PEN PALS to Return to DR2 with a Rotating Cast Featuring Kathleen Chalfant, Kate Burton and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
Following its Off-Broadway premiere, Pen Pals will return this summer at the DR2 Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
Following its Off-Broadway premiere, Pen Pals will return this summer at the DR2 Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: NATIVE GARDENS at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Feb 24, 2025
Karen Zacarías’s Native Gardens is a 90-minute one-act that thrives at the proven winner Westport Country Playhouse. Directed with verve by JoAnn M. Hunter, Native Gardens is a funny but meaningful play about harmony in the neighborhood and in nature.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Feb 24, 2025
Karen Zacarías’s Native Gardens is a 90-minute one-act that thrives at the proven winner Westport Country Playhouse. Directed with verve by JoAnn M. Hunter, Native Gardens is a funny but meaningful play about harmony in the neighborhood and in nature.
Photos: Westport Country Playhouse Presents NATIVE GARDENS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “Native Gardens,” a comedy about well-intentioned neighbors who become feuding enemies, playing February 18 through March 8. Check out photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “Native Gardens,” a comedy about well-intentioned neighbors who become feuding enemies, playing February 18 through March 8. Check out photos from the production.
Photos: Kate Burton and Pauletta Washington Star In PEN PALS At The Theatre at St Clement’s
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2025
As part of its rotating cast, three-time Tony nominee and Emmy Award winner Kate Burton & Pauletta Washington step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the hit Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2025
As part of its rotating cast, three-time Tony nominee and Emmy Award winner Kate Burton & Pauletta Washington step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the hit Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. See photos from the production.
NATIVE GARDENS to be Presented at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “Native Gardens,” a comedy about well-intentioned neighbors who become feuding enemies in February. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “Native Gardens,” a comedy about well-intentioned neighbors who become feuding enemies in February. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
PEN PALS Additional Performance Added At The Theatre at St Clement's
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2025
The producers of Pen Pals have announced a special added performance on Saturday, January 18 at 2 PM and 8PM with Nancy McKeon and Gail Winar. The show runs through February 9, 2025, at St. Clement's Theatre,
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2025
The producers of Pen Pals have announced a special added performance on Saturday, January 18 at 2 PM and 8PM with Nancy McKeon and Gail Winar. The show runs through February 9, 2025, at St. Clement's Theatre,
A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK Off-Broadway to Present Special Talkback Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
The Off-Broadway production of A Guide for the Homesick by Ken Urban will present a special series of post-show talkbacks during its extended run this January. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
The Off-Broadway production of A Guide for the Homesick by Ken Urban will present a special series of post-show talkbacks during its extended run this January. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence in PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 27, 2024
As part of its rotating cast, Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence have stepped into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 27, 2024
As part of its rotating cast, Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence have stepped into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. Check out photos here!
Ken Urbans' A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK Extends Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The New York debut of A Guide for the Homesick, a play by Ken Urban, directed by Shira Milikowsky, will extend its limited Off Broadway run. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The New York debut of A Guide for the Homesick, a play by Ken Urban, directed by Shira Milikowsky, will extend its limited Off Broadway run. Learn more here!
Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence Will Star in PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
As part of its rotating cast, Catherine Curtin (“Stranger Things,” “Orange is the New Black”) and Sharon Lawrence (“Joe Pickett,” “NYPD Blue,” “Queen Sugar”) will step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
As part of its rotating cast, Catherine Curtin (“Stranger Things,” “Orange is the New Black”) and Sharon Lawrence (“Joe Pickett,” “NYPD Blue,” “Queen Sugar”) will step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals.
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin & Gail Winar Join the Rotating Cast of PEN PALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin, and Gail Winar will join the rotating cast of Pen Pals at the Theatre at St. Clements. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin, and Gail Winar will join the rotating cast of Pen Pals at the Theatre at St. Clements. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: PEN PALS Opens With Nancy McKeon and Johanna Day
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 12, 2024
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, officially opened off-Broadway at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Check out photos from opening night here!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 12, 2024
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, officially opened off-Broadway at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK in Rehearsal at Union Square DR2 Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024
A Guide for the Homesick, a gripping play by Ken Urban, will make its return to the stage under the direction of Shira Milikowsky. Check out rehearsal photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024
A Guide for the Homesick, a gripping play by Ken Urban, will make its return to the stage under the direction of Shira Milikowsky. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Nia Vardalos, Mary Beth Peil & More Join PEN PALS Rotating Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024
A rotating cast schedule has been revealed for Pen Pals' Off-Broadway run at the Theatre at St. Clements, starring Nia Vardalos and more. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024
A rotating cast schedule has been revealed for Pen Pals' Off-Broadway run at the Theatre at St. Clements, starring Nia Vardalos and more. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon Will Lead PEN PALS Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the producers of Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, have announced its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the producers of Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, have announced its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's.
Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon to Star in PEN PALS at St. Clement's Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, will have its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, will have its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has David C. Woolard been nominated for?
Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Heir Apparent, Notable Effects - Production Design, Costumes (The Hewes Awards) for The Orphans' Home Cycle, Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show and Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Who's Tommy.
What awards has David C. Woolard won?
David C. Woolard has won notable awards for Production Design and Costume Design at The Hewes Awards for The Orphans' Home Cycle. He also received a Hewes Award for Costume Design for The Rocky Horror Show.
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