Julie Taymor
Latest News on Julie Taymor:
Disneys HERCULES knackt die 250.000- Tickets-Marke und geht in die Verlängerung bis September 2025 (Oct 14, 2024)
DINNER FOR ONE Set for Greater Boston Stage Company Next Month (Oct 5, 2024)
Reeve Carney to Perform THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW as One Man Concert At The Green Room 42 (Oct 4, 2024)
Disneys HERCULES knackt die 250.000- Tickets-Marke und geht in die Verlängerung bis September 2025 (Oct 14, 2024)
DINNER FOR ONE Set for Greater Boston Stage Company Next Month (Oct 5, 2024)
Reeve Carney to Perform THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW as One Man Concert At The Green Room 42 (Oct 4, 2024)
BIO
Taymor is an American director and writer of theater, opera and film. Her stage adaptation of The Lion King debuted in 1997, and received eleven Tony Award nominations, with Taymor receiving Tony Awards for Best Director and Costume Designer. Her film Frida, about Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, was nominated for five Academy Awards, including a Best Original Song nomination for Taymor's composition "Burn It Blue". She also directed the jukebox musical Across the Universe.
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Productions
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
Director
Director
[Off-Broadway, 1981]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
[Off-Broadway, 1980]
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
Costume Designer
Writing
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Conceiver
Bookwriter
Composer
Lyricist
Lyricist
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Julie Taymor, A Midsummer Night's Dream
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Julie Taymor, A Midsummer Night's Dream
winner
Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Costume Designer
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Director
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Costume Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Puppet Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Drama League Awards - 1998 - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre
Julie Taymor
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Costume Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Director - Musical
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1998 - Costume Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1998 - Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Costume Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Direction of a Musical
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Costume Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Costume Design
Julie TaymorJuan Darient: A Carnival Mass
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Puppet Design
Julie Taymor, The Lion King
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Set Design - Musical
Julie TaymorJuan Darient: A Carnival Mass
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Direction of a Musical
Julie Taymor, Juan Darien
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Scenic Design
Julie Taymor, Juan Darien
Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Costume Design
Julie Taymor, The Tempest
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Scott Wentworth, Welcome to the Club
winner
Obie Awards - 1988 - Direction
Julie TaymorJuan Darien
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1988 - Concept Pupperty and Masks
Julie Taymor, Juan Darien
winner
Obie Awards - 1985 - Special Citations
Julie Taymor
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1980 - Scenic, Costume and Puppet Design
Julie Taymor, The Haggadah
Videos
Video: Disney on Broadway Medley at D23, Featuring ALADDIN, HERCULES, FROZEN, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Endless Night'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024
Video: Watch a Disney on Broadway Mashup on GMA With HERCULES, ALADDIN, FROZEN & More
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2023
VIDEO: Watch THE LION KING's Broadway Makeup Team Transform Stephen Carlile into Scar
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 8, 2023
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Circle of Life' and More
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2023
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023
VIDEO: THE LION KING Celebrates 21 Years in Hamburg With Special Performance of 'Endless Night'
by Alan Henry - Jan 17, 2023
VIDEO: THE LION KING Cast Performs Tiny Desk Concert For 25th Anniversary
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2022
Watch: THE LION KING on Broadway Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Short Film Highlighting 'The Circle of Life'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2022
VIDEO: Elton John Sings 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight' From THE LION KING on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2022
Video: Julie Taymor Talks THE LION KING 25th Anniversary and More!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Oct 24, 2022
VIDEO: Kathryn Hunter Talks Playing The Witches in THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH
by Michael Major - Jan 14, 2022
VIDEO: Broadway in Detroit Performs From THE LION KING on America's Thanksgiving Parade
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2021
VIDEO: West End THE LION KING Returns to Rehearsal With 'Circle of Life'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2021
VIDEO: Alicia Vikander Talks About Her Role in THE GLORIAS on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 25, 2020
VIDEO: Julianne Moore Fangirls Over Julia Steinem on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 22, 2020
News
Disneys HERCULES knackt die 250.000- Tickets-Marke und geht in die Verlängerung bis September 2025
Ein schöner Erfolg! Mit 250.000 verkauften Tickets hat Disneys HERCULES einen Meilenstein erreicht. Das Publikum ist begeistert vom spektakulären Bühnendesign, der mitreißenden Musik und den atemberaubenden Kostümen. Aufgrund der positiven Resonanz wird die Spielzeit des neusten Disney Musicals in Hamburg bis September 2025 verlängert.
Ein schöner Erfolg! Mit 250.000 verkauften Tickets hat Disneys HERCULES einen Meilenstein erreicht. Das Publikum ist begeistert vom spektakulären Bühnendesign, der mitreißenden Musik und den atemberaubenden Kostümen. Aufgrund der positiven Resonanz wird die Spielzeit des neusten Disney Musicals in Hamburg bis September 2025 verlängert.
DINNER FOR ONE Set for Greater Boston Stage Company Next Month
Greater Boston Stage Company will opens its 25th anniversary season with the New England premiere of Dinner for One, running from November 1 to November 17, 2024.
Greater Boston Stage Company will opens its 25th anniversary season with the New England premiere of Dinner for One, running from November 1 to November 17, 2024.
Reeve Carney to Perform THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW as One Man Concert At The Green Room 42
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special evening with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and actor Reeve Carney, in a one-man concert version of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special evening with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and actor Reeve Carney, in a one-man concert version of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Danny Grumich & More to Join THE LION KING North American Tour
The North American tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome Danny Grumich as Pumbaa and Thom Christopher Warren as the Standby for Scar, Zazu, Timon & Pumbaa. Learn more about the new cast and see how to purchase tickets to the tour!
The North American tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome Danny Grumich as Pumbaa and Thom Christopher Warren as the Standby for Scar, Zazu, Timon & Pumbaa. Learn more about the new cast and see how to purchase tickets to the tour!
Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At Miller Auditorium Next Week
Tickets for Disney’s THE LION KING at Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo will be available starting Tuesday, Sept. 24.
Tickets for Disney’s THE LION KING at Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo will be available starting Tuesday, Sept. 24.
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Peace Center
The crown jewel of Broadway roars into upstate South Carolina
The crown jewel of Broadway roars into upstate South Carolina
Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Broadway In Atlanta Offers Student Rush And Lucky Seat Lottery For THE LION KING
Broadway in Atlanta announced Student Rush and Lucky Seat lottery opportunities for THE LION KING at the Fox Theatre, running from Oct. 2 to 20.
Broadway in Atlanta announced Student Rush and Lucky Seat lottery opportunities for THE LION KING at the Fox Theatre, running from Oct. 2 to 20.
Industry Pro Newsletter: A 'Radical Reshaping' in Seattle, StrawHat to Suspend Operations
Stories include the opening of nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards and the donation from Ken Ludwig to save Hall’s Croft. Financial difficulties are impacting institutions like the University of the Arts and Seattle’s theater scene, prompting a rethinking of models and operations.
Stories include the opening of nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards and the donation from Ken Ludwig to save Hall’s Croft. Financial difficulties are impacting institutions like the University of the Arts and Seattle’s theater scene, prompting a rethinking of models and operations.
New Cast Members Will Join THE LION KING North American Tour
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Darnell Abraham as Mufasa, Juson Williams as Pumbaa, Erick D. Patrick as Simba, Thembelihle Cele as Nala and Sam Linda as Ed. Learn more about the cast here!
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Darnell Abraham as Mufasa, Juson Williams as Pumbaa, Erick D. Patrick as Simba, Thembelihle Cele as Nala and Sam Linda as Ed. Learn more about the cast here!
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
New Musical ONCE IN A LIFETIME, AGAIN Will Have a Developmental Reading Next Week
The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Once in a Lifetime, Again, A Musical About Love, Loss and the Healing Power of Music. Learn more about the musical and the readings here!
The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Once in a Lifetime, Again, A Musical About Love, Loss and the Healing Power of Music. Learn more about the musical and the readings here!
TRU To Host Community Gathering Via Zoom - Way Way Off-Broadway: The Thriving Philadelphia Theater Scene
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) announced its next Community Gathering on September 6, featuring Charles Gilbert and Barbara Bellman discussing the thriving Philadelphia theater scene and MusiCoLab's contributions.
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) announced its next Community Gathering on September 6, featuring Charles Gilbert and Barbara Bellman discussing the thriving Philadelphia theater scene and MusiCoLab's contributions.
THE LION KING Will Welcome New Young Simba and Young Nala Next Week
The Lion King will welcome Austin Elle Fisher as “Young Nala” and Jacob Pham as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, August 20. Learn more about the new members of the cast here!
The Lion King will welcome Austin Elle Fisher as “Young Nala” and Jacob Pham as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, August 20. Learn more about the new members of the cast here!
Neuer Held Bei Disneys HERCULES: Philipp Büttner übernimmt Die Titelrolle
Das heldenhafte Musical Disneys HERCULES hat ab sofort einen neuen Helden: Der u.a. aus Disneys ALADDIN bekannte Musical-Darsteller Philipp Büttner wird ab dem 10. August die Titelrolle übernehmen.
Das heldenhafte Musical Disneys HERCULES hat ab sofort einen neuen Helden: Der u.a. aus Disneys ALADDIN bekannte Musical-Darsteller Philipp Büttner wird ab dem 10. August die Titelrolle übernehmen.
Video: Disney on Broadway Medley at D23, Featuring ALADDIN, HERCULES, FROZEN, and More
Watch the full Disney on Broadway medley from D23, featuring performances from the West End cast of FROZEN, HERCULES, Broadway's ALADDIN, and more!
Watch the full Disney on Broadway medley from D23, featuring performances from the West End cast of FROZEN, HERCULES, Broadway's ALADDIN, and more!
PARTICLE FEVER Musical in Development By David Henry Hwang
A new musical, Particle Fever, based on the 2013 documentary film about the largest scientific experiment ever undertaken, is currently in development. The musical is written by David Henry Hwang, includes new music and lyrics by Bear McCreary and Zoe Sarnak, is directed by Leigh Silverman, and produced by Megan Kingery and Annie Roney.
A new musical, Particle Fever, based on the 2013 documentary film about the largest scientific experiment ever undertaken, is currently in development. The musical is written by David Henry Hwang, includes new music and lyrics by Bear McCreary and Zoe Sarnak, is directed by Leigh Silverman, and produced by Megan Kingery and Annie Roney.
Mandy Gonzalez to Guest Star as 'Norma Desmond' at Select Performances of SUNSET BLVD.
Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. will guest star Drama Desk and OBIE Award winner Mandy Gonzalez as ‘Norma Desmond’ at select performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. will guest star Drama Desk and OBIE Award winner Mandy Gonzalez as ‘Norma Desmond’ at select performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
The stage does not bind the performers, and the show remains an immersive experience like no other. It is akin to climbing into a cart at the Disney amusement park and turning in an E-ticket for an all-out assault on your senses. Kids will love it, and the adults will marvel at the elegant design.
The stage does not bind the performers, and the show remains an immersive experience like no other. It is akin to climbing into a cart at the Disney amusement park and turning in an E-ticket for an all-out assault on your senses. Kids will love it, and the adults will marvel at the elegant design.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Julie Taymor written?
Julie Taymor has written 6 shows including The Transposed Heads (Bookwriter), The Transposed Heads (Bookwriter), Juan Darien (Bookwriter), Juan Darién (Bookwriter), The Lion King (Composer), Spider-Man (Bookwriter).
What awards has Julie Taymor been nominated for?
Julie Taymor has received numerous nominations for her work in theater. She was nominated for Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream. She also received multiple nominations for The Lion King, including Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards), Best Director (Olivier Awards), Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards), Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards), Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards), Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards), and Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards). Additionally, she was nominated for Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) and Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Lion King. Taymor's work on The Lion King earned her nominations for Best Costume Design (Tony Awards), Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards), and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards). She also received nominations for Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Juan Darien: A Carnival Mass, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, and Outstanding Set Design - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Juan Darien. Furthermore, she was nominated for Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Juan Darien and Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for Juan Darien. Other nominations include Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Tempest, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Welcome to the Club, Direction (Obie Awards) for Juan Darien, Concept Puppetry and Masks (The Hewes Awards) for Juan Darien, Special Citations (Obie Awards), and Scenic, Costume and Puppet Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Haggadah.
What awards has Julie Taymor won?
Julie Taymor has received numerous awards for her work, including: - Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards) - Best Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King - Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King - Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Lion King - Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Lion King - Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Lion King - Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Direction (Obie Awards) for Juan Darien - Concept Puppetry and Masks (The Hewes Awards) for Juan Darien - Special Citations (Obie Awards) - Scenic, Costume and Puppet Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Haggadah.
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