Mark Thompson
Latest News on Mark Thompson:
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT to Open at Skylight Music Theatre (Nov 7, 2025)
THE GLASS MENAGERIE Comes to State Theatre Company Next Month (Oct 24, 2025)
Photos: MAMMA MIA! West End Finds New Cast (Oct 23, 2025)
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT to Open at Skylight Music Theatre (Nov 7, 2025)
THE GLASS MENAGERIE Comes to State Theatre Company Next Month (Oct 24, 2025)
Photos: MAMMA MIA! West End Finds New Cast (Oct 23, 2025)
BIO
Mark Thompson's work for the National Theatre includes The Alchemist, Once in a Lifetime, Henry IV Parts 1 & 2, Duchess of Malfi, Life x 3, The Wind in the Willows, The Madness of George III, Arcadia, Pericles, What the Butler Saw and The Day I Stood Still. Recent work elsewhere includes And Then There Were None (Gielgud); Bombay Dreams (London and Broadway); The Lady in The Van (Queen's), Follies (New York (set only); Dr Dolittle & Blast! (Apollo Hammersmith).
For the RSC: Hamlet, Measure for Measure, The Wizard of Oz, Much Ado About Nothing, The Comedy of Errors and The Unexpected Man; at the Royal Court: Piano/Forte, The Woman Before, Wild East, Mouth to Mouth, Six Degrees of Separation, Hysteria, The Kitchen, and Never Land; for the Donmar: Twelfth Night, Uncle Vanya (costumes only), The Blue Room, Insignificance, Company (also Albery), and The Front Page; for the Almeida: Volpone, Betrayal, Party Time and Butterfly Kiss.
Other theatre includes Art, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Shadowland. Opera: Falstaff (Scottish Opera), Peter Grimes (Opera North), Ariadne Auf Naxos (Salzburg), Il Viaggio à Reims (ROH), Hansel and Gretel (Sydney), The Two Widows (ENO), Queen of Spades (New York), and Montag aus licht (costumes; Milan). Ballet: Don Quixote (Royal Ballet).
Film: Costume Design for The Madness of King George.
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Productions
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Original scenic and costume design[Replacement]
[Broadway, 1993]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Settings/Costumes
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical
Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design
Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Costume Design of a Musical
Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Costume Design
Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Set Design
Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory
Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Set Design
Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Costume Design of a Play
Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design
Mark Thompson, London Assurance
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design of a Play
Mark Thompson, La Bête
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Set Design
Mark ThompsonEngland People Very Nice
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Costume Design
Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Set Designs - Musical
Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Costume Design
Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Costume Design
Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams
The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Mark Thompson, The Unexpected Man
Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best Set Designer
Mark ThompsonThe Blue Room
Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Set Designer
Mark ThompsonArt
Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design
Mark Thompson, Arcadia
Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design
Mark Thompson, Arcadia
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Scenic Design
Mark Thompson, Arcadia
winner
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Set Designer
Mark ThompsonHysteria
winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Costume Designer
Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors
winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Set Designer
Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors, RSC
Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Costume Designer
Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows
winner
Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Set Designer
Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year
Mark Thompson, The Wizard Of Oz
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year
Mark ThompsonMeasure For Measure
Videos
Video: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Celebrates its 7.5-Year West End Run
by Stephi Wild - 2025-08-21 09:10:20
Video: Fleur East and Karis Anderson Perform Tina Turner's 'We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)'
by Stephi Wild - 2025-07-24 08:53:40
Video: Watch Highlights of the Broadway-Bound Cast of MAMMA MIA!
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-06-13 09:00:20
Video: How Christine Sherrill Went From Middle School To Starring In MAMMA MIA!
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-15 13:10:17
VIDEO: Nkeki Obi-Melekwe & TINA Cast Perform on the WENDY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2021-12-09 11:56:56
VIDEO: Nkeki Obi-Melekwe Performs TINA Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2021-10-22 09:49:40
VIDEO: Adrienne Warren, Katori Hall, and More Talk Bringing TINA to Life on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - 2021-10-04 07:41:00
VIDEO: Go Inside MAMMA MIA!'s Re-Opening Night at The Novello Theatre!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-08-27 12:25:48
VIDEO: The Cast of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Performs 'Proud Mary' on GMA
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-11-06 09:16:17
VIDEO: Tina Turner Shouts Out TINA THE MUSICAL Ahead of Tonight's First Preview
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-12 18:16:53
VIDEO: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Performs 'River Deep, Mountain High' at the Olivier Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2019-04-12 07:47:00
VIDEO: Adrienne Warren Premieres 'River Deep " Mountain High' from TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
by Julie Musbach - 2019-02-05 17:10:24
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For 'River Deep - Mountain High' From TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2019-02-05 05:56:32
VIDEO: TINA The Musical Performs 'River Deep' at the Royal Variety Performance
by Stephi Wild - 2018-12-14 09:40:27
TV: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Tour Cast Talks What Makes This Show So Delicious
by Stephi Wild - 2018-09-06 08:45:57
VIDEO: TINA THE MUSICAL Keeps The Big Wheels Turning at West End Live
by Stephi Wild - 2018-06-16 10:03:47
VIDEO: Watch Adrienne Warren & the Cast of TINA: THE MUSICAL Perform on the BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT Finale
by Macon Prickett - 2018-06-04 09:24:26
News
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT to Open at Skylight Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Skylight Music Theatre will open its production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on the Cabot stage in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Skylight Music Theatre will open its production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on the Cabot stage in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
THE GLASS MENAGERIE Comes to State Theatre Company Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
State Theatre Company South Australia will close its 2025 season with Tennessee Williams’ masterwork, The Glass Menagerie. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
State Theatre Company South Australia will close its 2025 season with Tennessee Williams’ masterwork, The Glass Menagerie. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Photos: MAMMA MIA! West End Finds New Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
All new production photos have been released of the new cast of MAMMA MIA! at the Novello Theatre in London's West End. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
All new production photos have been released of the new cast of MAMMA MIA! at the Novello Theatre in London's West End. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
Experience TINA - The Tina Turner Musical at MPAC Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
The North American tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will come to MPAC for four performances next month. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
The North American tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will come to MPAC for four performances next month. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
MAMMA MIA! Will Play Milton Keynes Theatre In October 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025
The worldwide smash-hit musical MAMMA MIA! will play Milton Keynes Theatre from October 13–24, 2026, as part of its major new UK tour. Featuring ABBA’s timeless hits, Judy Craymer’s beloved production has been seen by over 70 million people worldwide.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025
The worldwide smash-hit musical MAMMA MIA! will play Milton Keynes Theatre from October 13–24, 2026, as part of its major new UK tour. Featuring ABBA’s timeless hits, Judy Craymer’s beloved production has been seen by over 70 million people worldwide.
Additional Dates And Venues Set For New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
MAMMA MIA! will embark on a new UK tour from 24 October 2025 and has announced further dates and venues. Learn more about where to catch the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025
MAMMA MIA! will embark on a new UK tour from 24 October 2025 and has announced further dates and venues. Learn more about where to catch the show here!
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Will Play The Weidner in February 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will come to The Weidner in Green Bay, WI, February 16, 2026, as part of the Broadway in Green Bay Series. The new North American tour is led by Chicago-born actor and vocalist Darilyn Burtley, who will star as Tina Turner.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will come to The Weidner in Green Bay, WI, February 16, 2026, as part of the Broadway in Green Bay Series. The new North American tour is led by Chicago-born actor and vocalist Darilyn Burtley, who will star as Tina Turner.
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Will Launch New North American Tour at Lied Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will kick off a brand-new North American Tour with its launch at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, NE, October 8–11, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will kick off a brand-new North American Tour with its launch at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, NE, October 8–11, 2025.
A Production History of ART - From Paris to London, Broadway, and Beyond
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2025
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART. As the show returns to New York, we're looking back on the play's history and notable stars who have taken on these roles.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2025
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART. As the show returns to New York, we're looking back on the play's history and notable stars who have taken on these roles.
Videos: MAMMA MIA! Cast Performs Title Song & More on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2025
On Thursday, the cast of Broadway's Mamma Mia visited TODAY's Citi Concert Series to perform a selection of songs from the hit show, including a medley of the title song and 'Dancing Queen,' along with 'Does Your Mother Know.' Watch the performances now!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2025
On Thursday, the cast of Broadway's Mamma Mia visited TODAY's Citi Concert Series to perform a selection of songs from the hit show, including a medley of the title song and 'Dancing Queen,' along with 'Does Your Mother Know.' Watch the performances now!
Full Cast Set For the New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! which embarks on a new UK tour beginning next month. Learn more about the tour here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! which embarks on a new UK tour beginning next month. Learn more about the tour here!
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Makes Southeast Asia Debut
by Oliver Oliveros - Sep 14, 2025
Based on Roald Dahl's beloved classic, this spectacular stage production invites audiences on a wondrous journey with the eccentric Willy Wonka and five golden ticket winners.
by Oliver Oliveros - Sep 14, 2025
Based on Roald Dahl's beloved classic, this spectacular stage production invites audiences on a wondrous journey with the eccentric Willy Wonka and five golden ticket winners.
MAMMA MIA! Reveals New London Cast and Extends Booking
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
The new London cast has been announced of the global hit musical MAMMA MIA! Plus, the show's booking period has extended at London’s Novello Theatre. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
The new London cast has been announced of the global hit musical MAMMA MIA! Plus, the show's booking period has extended at London’s Novello Theatre. Learn more here!
Video: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Celebrates its 7.5-Year West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
An all new video has been released, celebrating the last 7.5 years of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Aldwych Theatre in the West End. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
An all new video has been released, celebrating the last 7.5 years of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Aldwych Theatre in the West End. Check out the video here!
Photos: MAMMA MIA! Revival Opens on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Aug 18, 2025
Here we go again! MAMMA MIA! has returned home to Broadway and officially celebrated its opening night last week at the Winter Garden Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here.
by Bruce Glikas - Aug 18, 2025
Here we go again! MAMMA MIA! has returned home to Broadway and officially celebrated its opening night last week at the Winter Garden Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here.
Photos: MAMMA MIA! on Broadway Opening Night Curtain Call
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 15, 2025
Here we go again! The beloved jukebox musical classic turned global film phenomenon MAMMA MIA! has officially reopened on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre. See photos from the opening night curtain call here!
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 15, 2025
Here we go again! The beloved jukebox musical classic turned global film phenomenon MAMMA MIA! has officially reopened on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre. See photos from the opening night curtain call here!
Review Roundup: MAMMA MIA! Returns to Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2025
Here we go again! The beloved jukebox musical classic turned global film phenomenon MAMMA MIA! has returned home to Broadway is now playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. Read the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2025
Here we go again! The beloved jukebox musical classic turned global film phenomenon MAMMA MIA! has returned home to Broadway is now playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. Read the reviews!
Photos: MAMMA MIA! Back on Broadway New Production Images
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025
MAMMA MIA! has returned home to Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre. See new production photos here and learn how to purchase tickets to the new production!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025
MAMMA MIA! has returned home to Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre. See new production photos here and learn how to purchase tickets to the new production!
Photos: MAMMA MIA! on Broadway Hosts Alumni Night
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2025
MAMMA MIA! hosted 120+ alumni cast, creative, and staff from throughout the Broadway production’s fourteen-year run. See photos from the event here and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2025
MAMMA MIA! hosted 120+ alumni cast, creative, and staff from throughout the Broadway production’s fourteen-year run. See photos from the event here and learn more!
Photos: First Look at MAMMA MIA! as it Returns to Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2025
After a ten-year hiatus, the hit musical MAMMA MIA! will return home to Broadway when performances begin this Saturday night, August 2 at the Winter Garden Theatre. Check out all new photos from the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2025
After a ten-year hiatus, the hit musical MAMMA MIA! will return home to Broadway when performances begin this Saturday night, August 2 at the Winter Garden Theatre. Check out all new photos from the production here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Mark Thompson been nominated for?
Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Outstanding Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Costume Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for London Assurance, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for La Bête, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for England People Very Nice, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Outstanding Set Designs - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Unexpected Man, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Blue Room, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for Art , Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Arcadia, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Arcadia, Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for Arcadia, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for Hysteria , Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Comedy Of Errors, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Comedy Of Errors, RSC, Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Wind In The Willows , Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Wind In The Willows, Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Wizard Of Oz and Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Measure For Measure.
What awards has Mark Thompson won?
Mark Thompson has won multiple prestigious awards for his work in costume and set design. He received the Outstanding Costume Design award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. He won Best Costume Design at the Olivier Awards for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory. Thompson earned Outstanding Costume Design and Outstanding Set Design - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Bombay Dreams. He was honored with Best Set Designer at the Olivier Awards for Hysteria. Additionally, he won Best Costume Designer and Best Set Designer at the Olivier Awards for The Comedy Of Errors. His work also earned the Best Set Designer award at the Olivier Awards for The Wind In The Willows.
Videos