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David Plater

 
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Stage Credits

Productions

 
[West End, 2018]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Lighting Design (Part 2)
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer

David Plater Awards and Nominations

 
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lighting Design
David Plater, Wolf Hall, Parts One & Two
 
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Lighting Design
David PlaterWolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies
 
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
David Plater, Wolf Hall, Parts One & Two

David Plater News

Carrie Hope Fletcher, Anton Lesser, and Nicholas Woodeson Are Part Of Rose Theatre's  Photo Carrie Hope Fletcher, Anton Lesser, and Nicholas Woodeson Are Part Of Rose Theatre's 2022/2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2022

Rose Theatre's Artistic Director, Christopher Haydon, has announced the first Rose Productions in the 2022/23 Season, beginning on 9 September with the London premiere of Anthony McCarten's The Two Popes starring Anton Lesser and Nicholas Woodeson.

BWW Review: BALLET BLACK, Linbury Theatre, Royal Opera House Photo BWW Review: BALLET BLACK, Linbury Theatre, Royal Opera House
by Vikki Jane Vile - Nov 9, 2021

Celebrating their 20th anniversary this year, Black Black return to the Linbury Theatre with a double bill of new work, and in signature style you’ll be hard pressed to leave without your heart feeling a little fuller than before. Cassa Pancho’s company has always been small, at present featuring eight dancers (not including one currently on maternity leave) and over the years this has allowed audiences to become familiar with their individual faces, styles and techniques. Needless to say, there is a warm familiarity in going to see a Ballet Black show and this latest programme is no different. 

BWW Review: MY COUSIN RACHEL, Richmond Theatre Photo BWW Review: MY COUSIN RACHEL, Richmond Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 6, 2020

Daphne du Maurier's 1951 novel My Cousin Rachel is a dark, psychological thriller that focuses on jealousy, female sexual power and control over men. It was made into a moderately successful film in 2017 starring Rachel Weiss and then adapted for the stage. It ends its nationwide tour at Richmond theatre this week on a rather weak note.

Frances Barber Will Return As Outrageous Billie Trix Photo Frances Barber Will Return As Outrageous Billie Trix
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2019

Producers today announce that critically acclaimed 'MUSIK' by writer Jonathan Harvey and Pet Shop Boys Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe is to get a four-week London run following its sold out world premiere at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe.

Theatre Royal Bath Productions Presents MY COUSIN RACHEL Photo Theatre Royal Bath Productions Presents MY COUSIN RACHEL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2019

Theatre Royal Bath Productions today announces full casting and tour dates for a new production of Daphne du Maurier's psychological thriller My Cousin Rachel, adapted by Joseph O'Connor and directed by Anthony Banks.

Photo Flash: Arthur Pita's THE MOTHER At Southbank Centre Photo Photo Flash: Arthur Pita's THE MOTHER At Southbank Centre
by Roy Tan - Jun 21, 2019

The Mother is a powerful, narrative dance production choreographed and directed by master storyteller Arthur Pita which has its London premiere at the Southbank Centre Queen Elizabeth Hall in June.  Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's dark tale, The Story of a Mother, this sumptuously designed production stars international dance superstar Natalia Osipova and award-winning contemporary dancer Jonathan Goddard.

BWW Review: PORGY & BESS, West Horsley Place Photo BWW Review: PORGY & BESS, West Horsley Place
by Fiona Scott - Jun 9, 2019

"Summertime" has just about arrived in the UK and Grange Park Opera continue their 2019 season with George and Ira Gershwin's Porgy & Bess. The audience are whisked away from West Horseley Place's idyllic setting to Charleston, South Carolina in this production directed by Jean-Pierre van der Spuy.

THE MOTHER Comes to Southbank Centre Photo THE MOTHER Comes to Southbank Centre
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2019

The Mother is a powerful, narrative dance production choreographed and directed by master storyteller Arthur Pita which has its London premiere at the Southbank Centre Queen Elizabeth Hall in June. Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's dark tale, The Story of a Mother, this sumptuously designed production stars international dance superstar Natalia Osipova and award-winning contemporary dancer Jonathan Goddard.

Photo Flash: Ballet Black Takes the Stage at the Barbican Photo Photo Flash: Ballet Black Takes the Stage at the Barbican
by Roy Tan - Mar 15, 2019

There's always a buzz when Ballet Black take to the main stage, their popular programmes contrasting dramatic and playful storytelling in a lively showcase of powerful choreography.

Arthur Pita's THE MOTHER Comes to QEH Photo Arthur Pita's THE MOTHER Comes to QEH
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2019

Bird & Carrot presents, The Mother, a visionary, avant-garde piece of dance theatre by choreographer, director Arthur Pita.

David Plater Videos

STAGE TUBE: New Trailer for Print Room's A LOVELY SUNDAY FOR CREVE COEUR
by Stage Tube - Aug 30, 2016

The Print Room presents Tennessee Williams' rarely performed A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur, which opens the theatre's new Autumn season. Michael Oakley directs Debbie Chazen as Bodey, Hermione Gulliford as Helena, Laura Rogers as Dorothea and Julia Watson as Miss Gluck. The production opens in the main theatre space on 15 September, with previews from 12 September and runs until 7 October. Click below to watch a new trailer for the production!

BWW TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of WOLF HALL with Marin Mazzie, Cherry Jones & More!
by TV - Red Carpets - Apr 11, 2015

The Broadway transfer of The Royal Shakespeare Company's Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2 began previews on March 20, 2015 at the Winter Garden Theatre, and opened Thursday night, April 9, 2015. Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2, which explores the deceit, betrayal, and intrigue of the court of Henry VIII, is written by Dame Hilary Manteland adapted by Mike Poulton. This special event invites theatergoers to be part of a unique theatrical experience, similar to the Royal Shakespeare Company's award winning production of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby. BroadwayWorld was there for the red carpet arrivals and you can check out interviews with Marin Mazzie, Eric Bogosian, Jose Llana, Cherry Jones and more!

BWW TV: Watch Highlights from WOLF HALL on Broadway!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Apr 9, 2015

The Broadway transfer of The Royal Shakespeare Company's Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2 began previews on March 20, 2015 at the Winter Garden Theatre, with an opening set for tonight, April 9, 2015. Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2, which explores the deceit, betrayal, and intrigue of the court of Henry VIII, is written by Dame Hilary Manteland adapted by Mike Poulton. This special event invites theatergoers to be part of a unique theatrical experience, similar to the Royal Shakespeare Company's award winning production of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby. Check out highlights of the cast in action below!

BWW TV: The Tudors Takeover Broadway- WOLF HALL Cast Meets the Press!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 10, 2015

The company just arrived in New York City to begin rehearsals, and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge welcomed them to Broadway at a special press event. Check out interviews with the full gang below!

STAGE TUBE: Trailer For BEAUTIFUL THING!
by Stage Tube - Feb 25, 2013

In 2013 the play is twenty years old and will be celebrating its anniversary with a return to London for the first time in over 8 years, starring Suranne Jones as Sandra, Zaraah Abrahams as Leah, Oliver Farnworth as Tony and introducing Jake Davies as Jamie and Danny-Boy Hatchard as Ste.


David Plater Frequently Asked Questions

What awards has David Plater been nominated for?
Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Wolf Hall, Parts One & Two Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Wolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies and Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Wolf Hall, Parts One & Two .