Julie Taymor

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Julie Taymor 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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Julie Taymor Productions

 
[West End, 2021]
Director
Costume Designer
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Director
Mask Designer
 
[New York, 2007]
Director
Scenery/Costumes
 
[New York, 2005]
Director
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Mask Co-Designer
Puppet Co-Designer
Lyricist
Costume Designer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Puppets/Masks
Director
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Costume Designer
Director
Mask Designer
Puppet Designer
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Puppet Designer
Costume Designer
Mask Designer
Director
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Designer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
Director
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Puppet and Mask Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Puppets/Masks
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1984]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1982]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1981]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1981]
Scenic Designer
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1980]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1979]
Scenery/Costumes/Puppets/Masks
 
[Off-Broadway, 1980]
Puppet and Mask Designer
Costume Designer

Writing

Bookwriter
Conceiver
Bookwriter
Composer
Lyricist

Julie Taymor 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

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Director

Julie Taymor, The Lion King

The Hewes Awards - 1998 - Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King

Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Costume Design

Julie TaymorJuan Darient: A Carnival Mass

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Set Design - Musical

Julie TaymorJuan Darient: A Carnival Mass

Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Scenic Design

Julie Taymor, Juan Darien

Obie Awards - 1988 - Direction

Julie TaymorJuan Darien

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Eddie Izzard's HAMLET Begins Performances at The Orpheum Theatre Tomorrow

Following its run at the Greenwich House Theater, Eddie Izzard’s performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet moves to New York’s Orpheum Theatre and begins there tomorrow. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Niki Haris to Present GROWN ASS WOMAN at The Green Room 42 in April

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of chanteuse Niki Haris in her show “Grown Ass Woman” for two performances on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6 at 7:00 PM.

Interview: MUKELISIWE GOBA of THE LION KING at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis

Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s The Lion King, making its triumphant return to the Orpheum Theatre!

Photos: Dawn Derow & Peter Calo Bring A Troubadour Tribute To Cafe Centro

For 90 minutes last night Cafe Centro Cabaret in West Palm Beach Florida was transformed into the world-famous Troubadour nightclub in West Hollywood California as award winning vocalist Dawn Derow and guitarist Peter Calo  performed a powerful new show. Check out photos here!

See Nicole Parker as Jillane Jenkins in SUITCASE FULL OF LIES at The Green Room 42

The Green Room 42 will present Nicole Parker, currently playing Celine Dion in the Off-Broadway hit Titaníque, as Jillane Jenkins in “Suitcase Full of Lies”. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

MAMMA MIA!, SOME LIKE IT HOT, and More Set For Fox Cities P.A.C. 2024-25 Season

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has unveiled the 2024-25 Season. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

Justin Elizabeth Sayre's MY BEATNIK YOUTH: A SOLO RIFF Announces Guest Poets, Livestream And More

Catch the livestream of MY BEATNIK YOUTH: A SOLO RIFF, a solo play by Justin Elizabeth Sayre. Guest poets and Penny Arcade join the lineup from March 14-24.

Lisa Vroman to Return to The Green Room 42 With INGENUE… INGE-NOT-SO-NEW

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of internationally acclaimed soprano Lisa Vroman in “Ingénue... Ingé-not-so-new!” on Sunday, March 31 at 7:00 PM. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Sacramento Ballet Launches 2nd Annual Series

Experience the innovation of SACRAMENTO BALLET's 2nd annual VISIONS series, featuring world premieres from renowned choreographers Brussel, Cong, and Rustem. This diverse program promises an exhilarating showcase of modern ballet.

Cast Set for Lisa Sanaye Dring's KAIROS at East West Players

East West Players will present Kairos, by Lisa Sanaye Dring and directed by Jesca Prudencio. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!

PAM GOLDBERG'S 80th BIRTHDAY SPECTACULAR! is Coming to The Green Room 42

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Pam Goldberg in the next edition of “Pam Goldberg's 80th Birthday Spectacular!,” a celebration of the regional theater and occasional Broadway veteran. Learn how to purchase tickets.

PARTY? Comes to Theater for the New City This Month

Party? a new comedy by Anne Marilyn Lucas offers a fresh look at the ever-changing concept of marriage roles and the institution as a lifetime commitment. Performances run March 14 to 31.

Caetano Veloso Returns to BAM in April

Caetano Veloso will grace the stage at BAM once again next month. The legendary Brazilian musician will be performing songs from his latest and highly anticipated solo album, Meu Coco, marking his first collection of new songs in nearly a decade.

BEETLEJUICE, SIX & More Set for Broadway Across Canada 2024-2025 Season in Calgary

Broadway Across Canada has revealed its 2024-2025 Broadway season, featuring seven theatrical productions that will take center stage in Calgary, at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

BEETLEJUICE, SIX, and More Set For Calgary's 2024-25 Broadway Season

The 2024-25 season has been announced for Broadway in Calgary, kicking off this September with Come From Away and continuing with seven shows through 2025. Learn more about the season here!

FUNNY GIRL, THE WIZ, and More Set For Broadway in Kansas City 2024-25 Season

Broadway in Kansas City has announced its upcoming season for 2024-25. The season will kick off in December with Funny Girl, and continue for a total of 7 shows. Learn more about the full season here!

SIX, BEETLEJUICE, And More Announced for Broadway Across Canada 2024-25 Season In Vancouver

Broadway Across Canada has announced the lineup of shows coming to the Queen Victoria Theatre in 2024 and 2025!

Broward Center Reveals 2024/2025 Broadway in Fort Lauderdale Season Lineup

Broadway in Fort Lauderdale has announced its 2024/2025 season at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the touring productions coming to Fort Lauderdale here!

Melissa Errico to Celebrate Sondheim's Birthday at The Green Room 42

The Green Room 42 will present the return of Melissa Errico in “An Acoustic Evening with Sondheim & Melissa” to celebrate Stephen Sondheim’s birthday.

Noche Flamenca to Bring New Work SEARCHING FOR GOYA to the Joyce Theater This Spring

Noche Flamenca will perform the New York premiere of its new work, Searching for Goya this spring. Learn more about the company and the performance and learn how to purchase tickets.

Julie Taymor FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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).

Julie Taymor has been nominated for various awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Director of a Play and Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "A Midsummer Night's Dream." She has also received nominations for Best Costume Designer and Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "The Lion King." Other nominations include Best Direction of a Musical and Best Original Score at the Tony Awards for "The Lion King," as well as numerous nominations at the Drama Desk Awards for her work on "The Lion King," "Juan Darient: A Carnival Mass," and "The Tempest." Additionally, Taymor has received recognition at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, The Hewes Awards, the Drama League Awards, the Obie Awards, and Special Citations for her contributions to theater, including for her work on "Welcome to the Club" and "The Haggadah."

Julie Taymor has won numerous awards for her work in theater. Some of her notable wins include Best Costume Designer at the Olivier Awards, Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, and Best Costume Design at the Tony Awards, all for "The Lion King." She has also received awards for her work on other productions such as "Juan Darien" and "The Haggadah." Additionally, Taymor has been recognized for her puppetry and mask design, as well as her outstanding contributions to musical theater.

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