Todd Rosenthal
Latest News on Todd Rosenthal:
Photos: AMADEUS Opens at Steppenwolf Theatre Company (Nov 21, 2025)
Video: Watch a Preview of Alliance Theatre’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Nov 19, 2025)
Review: AMADEUS at Steppenwolf Theatre Company (Nov 17, 2025)
Photos: AMADEUS Opens at Steppenwolf Theatre Company (Nov 21, 2025)
Video: Watch a Preview of Alliance Theatre’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Nov 19, 2025)
Review: AMADEUS at Steppenwolf Theatre Company (Nov 17, 2025)
BIO
Todd Rosenthal is a Chicago based theater/ museum exhibition designer. Broadway: August Osage County (Tony Award), The Motherfucker with the Hat (Tony Award Nomination), Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (Tony Award Best Revival), Of Mice and Men, This is Our Youth, and Fish in the Dark. Off Broadway: Premiere of Red Light Winter at the Barrow Street, Domesticated at Lincoln Center, Qualms at Playwrights Horizons. Todd has designed six seasons for the Big Apple Circus. International credits include: August Osage County (National Theatre, London, Sydney Theater, Australia), The Beauty Queen of Leenane (Theatre Royal, Ireland). Regional: Steppenwolf (33 productions), Goodman (artistic partner), Guthrie, Alliance, Mark Taper Forum, La Jolla Playhouse, Arena Stage, Berkeley Rep, Cincinnati Playhouse, Alley, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Oregon Shakespeare Festival and many others. Museum Exhibitions (Lead Designer): Mythbusters: The Explosive Exhibition, The Interna!tional Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes. Other Awards include: Laurence Olivier, Helen Hayes, Ovation, Back Stage Garland, Joseph Jefferson, Michael Merritt Award for Excellence in Design and Collaboration. Associate Professor, Northwestern University. Graduate, Yale Drama.
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Awards and Nominations
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Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Todd RosenthalRed
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Set Design
Todd Rosentha, The Motherf**cker With the Hat
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Todd Rosenthal, The Motherf**ker with the Hat
winner
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Set Design
Todd RosenthalAugust: Osage County
winner
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Todd Rosenthal, August: Osage County
Videos
Video: Watch a Preview of Alliance Theatre’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Michael Major - 2025-11-19 16:29:45
Video: Leo Roberts And The Cast Of HUZZAH! Perform 'Song Of Roland'
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-10-13 22:18:11
Video: Liisi Lafointaine and Leo Roberts Perform 'Howl At The Moon' From HUZZAH! at The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-10-13 22:14:06
Video: Leo Roberts Sings 'Song Of Roland' from HUZZAH! at San Diego's Old Globe
by Joshua Wright - 2025-10-09 14:43:48
Exclusive: Watch 'The Song of Roland' from Nell Benjamin & Laurence O’Keefe's HUZZAH!
by Joshua Wright - 2025-08-13 14:19:31
Video: Watch a Scene From NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - 2024-10-01 09:23:47
Video: Watch a Trailer for Steppenwolf's PURPOSE, Directed by Phylicia Rashad
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-10 12:59:48
Video: Phylicia Rashad on PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-22 13:18:15
VIDEO: Meet the Cratchits from Alliance Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-17 11:41:29
Photos & Video: First Look at KING JAMES at Manhattan Theatre Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-04-21 13:17:12
VIDEO: On This Day, March 5- Larry David's FISH IN THE DARK Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-03-05 16:25:15
VIDEO: Armie Hammer Talks Moonwalking, Learning Lines, And Being Out Of His Comfort Zone In STRAIGHT WHITE MEN On LATE NIGHT
by Tori Hartshorn - 2018-07-31 14:17:53
VIDEO: Armie Hammer Talks STRAIGHT WHITE MEN, CALL ME BY YOUR NAME, & More on THE LATE SHOW
by Macon Prickett - 2018-07-18 09:12:25
VIDEO: Armie Hammer Chats Making His Broadway Debut in STRAIGHT WHITE MEN on GMA
by Macon Prickett - 2018-07-09 11:10:59
Second Stage Theater Postpones Start Of Previews For STRAIGHT WHITE MEN
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-06-28 19:35:27
VIDEO: Larry David Returns to SNL As An Apologetic Bernie Sanders
by Louisa Brady - 2016-03-13 10:43:49
News
Photos: AMADEUS Opens at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company recently opened Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls, in the Ensemble Theater. Check out photos from opening night here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company recently opened Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls, in the Ensemble Theater. Check out photos from opening night here!
Video: Watch a Preview of Alliance Theatre’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2025
Watch a video look video of Alliance Theatre’s annual production of A Christmas Carol! Leading the cast for the fifth year as Ebenezer Scrooge is acclaimed Atlanta actor Andrew Benator.
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2025
Watch a video look video of Alliance Theatre’s annual production of A Christmas Carol! Leading the cast for the fifth year as Ebenezer Scrooge is acclaimed Atlanta actor Andrew Benator.
Review: AMADEUS at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Rachel Weinberg - Nov 17, 2025
AMADEUS at Steppenwolf Theatre Company is a lively and sprawling production of Peter Shaffer’s play. Director Robert Falls, the recently retired former Goodman Theatre Artistic Director, makes his Steppenwolf directorial debut with one of the best uses of Steppenwolf’s Ensemble Theater I’ve seen.
by Rachel Weinberg - Nov 17, 2025
AMADEUS at Steppenwolf Theatre Company is a lively and sprawling production of Peter Shaffer’s play. Director Robert Falls, the recently retired former Goodman Theatre Artistic Director, makes his Steppenwolf directorial debut with one of the best uses of Steppenwolf’s Ensemble Theater I’ve seen.
Peter Shaffer's AMADEUS Extends at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
Due to popular demand, Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s highly-anticipated production of Amadeus has added two additional weeks of performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
Due to popular demand, Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s highly-anticipated production of Amadeus has added two additional weeks of performances.
Photos: AMADEUS At Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls. Explore new production photos from Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s AMADEUS, featuring Ian Barford and members of the ensemble.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls. Explore new production photos from Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s AMADEUS, featuring Ian Barford and members of the ensemble.
Atlanta Holiday Tradition Returns with Alliance Theatre’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Joseph Harrison - Nov 9, 2025
For generations of Atlantans, the holiday season isn’t complete without a visit to the Alliance Theatre’s beloved production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Now celebrating its 36th year, this perennial favorite returns to the Coca-Cola Stage from November 15 through December 24, 2025, with a fresh perspective: Amanda Watkins, the Alliance’s Director of New Work, steps into the director’s chair for the first time, guiding David H. Bell’s acclaimed adaptation into a new era.
by Joseph Harrison - Nov 9, 2025
For generations of Atlantans, the holiday season isn’t complete without a visit to the Alliance Theatre’s beloved production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Now celebrating its 36th year, this perennial favorite returns to the Coca-Cola Stage from November 15 through December 24, 2025, with a fresh perspective: Amanda Watkins, the Alliance’s Director of New Work, steps into the director’s chair for the first time, guiding David H. Bell’s acclaimed adaptation into a new era.
Photos: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Heads Into Rehearsal At The Goodman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Get a first look at rehearsals for Chicago's favorite holiday tradition! The Goodman Theatre's 48th annual production of A Christmas Carol is now in rehearsal under the direction of Malkia Stampley, marking her debut at the helm of the beloved seasonal classic. See the photos!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Get a first look at rehearsals for Chicago's favorite holiday tradition! The Goodman Theatre's 48th annual production of A Christmas Carol is now in rehearsal under the direction of Malkia Stampley, marking her debut at the helm of the beloved seasonal classic. See the photos!
Cast and Creative Team Set for A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Alliance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
The Alliance Theatre has revealed the cast of its 36th holiday production, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, returning to The Coca-Cola Stage. This production marks the fifth year of the reimagined staging.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
The Alliance Theatre has revealed the cast of its 36th holiday production, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, returning to The Coca-Cola Stage. This production marks the fifth year of the reimagined staging.
Photos: AMADEUS In Rehearsal At Steppenwolf Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released rehearsal photos for its upcoming production of Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls in his Steppenwolf debut.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released rehearsal photos for its upcoming production of Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls in his Steppenwolf debut.
Video: Leo Roberts And The Cast Of HUZZAH! Perform 'Song Of Roland'
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2025
Watch video of Leo Roberts and the cast of Huzzah! performing “Song of Roland” from the world premiere musical comedy by Nell Benjamin and Laurence O’Keefe (Legally Blonde).
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2025
Watch video of Leo Roberts and the cast of Huzzah! performing “Song of Roland” from the world premiere musical comedy by Nell Benjamin and Laurence O’Keefe (Legally Blonde).
Video: Liisi Lafointaine and Leo Roberts Perform 'Howl At The Moon' From HUZZAH! at The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2025
See video of Liisi LaFontaine and Leo Roberts performing “Howl at the Moon” from Huzzah!, the new musical comedy by Nell Benjamin and Laurence O’Keefe (Legally Blonde).
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2025
See video of Liisi LaFontaine and Leo Roberts performing “Howl at the Moon” from Huzzah!, the new musical comedy by Nell Benjamin and Laurence O’Keefe (Legally Blonde).
Review: HUZZAH! at Old Globe Theatre
by Evan Henerson - Oct 10, 2025
If life were a Renaissance Faire, things would be…well, different, certainly. You might share your days and nights with sword-wielding, costumed individuals who share your love of a different time, maybe not even necessarily the Renaissance. Faires have been known to draw cos-players. So Wolf Boy, Boba Fett, come on in! Everybody is welcome.
by Evan Henerson - Oct 10, 2025
If life were a Renaissance Faire, things would be…well, different, certainly. You might share your days and nights with sword-wielding, costumed individuals who share your love of a different time, maybe not even necessarily the Renaissance. Faires have been known to draw cos-players. So Wolf Boy, Boba Fett, come on in! Everybody is welcome.
Video: Leo Roberts Sings 'Song Of Roland' from HUZZAH! at San Diego's Old Globe
by Joshua Wright - Oct 9, 2025
Get a first look at Leo Roberts singing 'The Song of Roland' from the new musical Huzzah!, with book, music, and lyrics by Olivier Award winners and Tony Award nominees Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 9, 2025
Get a first look at Leo Roberts singing 'The Song of Roland' from the new musical Huzzah!, with book, music, and lyrics by Olivier Award winners and Tony Award nominees Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe.
2025 BLACK THEATRE ALLIANCE AWARDS Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025
The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025
The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
AMADEUS Now Extended at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with Peter Shaffer’s Oscar and Tony Award-winning masterpiece Amadeus, now extended. Learn more about the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with Peter Shaffer’s Oscar and Tony Award-winning masterpiece Amadeus, now extended. Learn more about the production here!
Review Roundup: HUZZAH! at San Diego's Old Globe
by Joshua Wright - Sep 29, 2025
What did the critics think of Huzzah!, the new musical by Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, the Globe's Come Fall in Love–The DDLJ Musical) and Laurence O'Keefe (Legally Blonde, Heathers the Musical, Bat Boy)?
by Joshua Wright - Sep 29, 2025
What did the critics think of Huzzah!, the new musical by Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, the Globe's Come Fall in Love–The DDLJ Musical) and Laurence O'Keefe (Legally Blonde, Heathers the Musical, Bat Boy)?
Review: HUZZAH! at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - Sep 29, 2025
The Renaissance is alive and well at The Old Globe, where “Huzzah!,” a new musical comedy, transforms a modern Renaissance faire into a comedic battleground for family squabbles, financial woes, and the eternal question of how much authenticity is too much.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Sep 29, 2025
The Renaissance is alive and well at The Old Globe, where “Huzzah!,” a new musical comedy, transforms a modern Renaissance faire into a comedic battleground for family squabbles, financial woes, and the eternal question of how much authenticity is too much.
Photos: First Look at Liisi LaFontaine, Kate Shindle & More in HUZZAH!
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2025
First look photos of Huzzah!, the new musical by Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, the Globe's Come Fall in Love–The DDLJ Musical) and Laurence O'Keefe (Legally Blonde, Heathers the Musical, Bat Boy), have been released.
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2025
First look photos of Huzzah!, the new musical by Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, the Globe's Come Fall in Love–The DDLJ Musical) and Laurence O'Keefe (Legally Blonde, Heathers the Musical, Bat Boy), have been released.
Exclusive: Watch 'The Song of Roland' from Nell Benjamin & Laurence O’Keefe's HUZZAH!
by Joshua Wright - Aug 13, 2025
Wartch Leo Roberts sing 'The Song of Roland' from the new musical Huzzah!, with book, music, and lyrics by Olivier Award winners and Tony Award nominees Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, the Globe's Come Fall in Love–The DDLJ Musical) and Laurence O'Keefe (Legally Blonde, Heathers the Musical, Bat Boy). The musical is directed by Lortel Award winner Annie Tippe.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 13, 2025
Wartch Leo Roberts sing 'The Song of Roland' from the new musical Huzzah!, with book, music, and lyrics by Olivier Award winners and Tony Award nominees Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, the Globe's Come Fall in Love–The DDLJ Musical) and Laurence O'Keefe (Legally Blonde, Heathers the Musical, Bat Boy). The musical is directed by Lortel Award winner Annie Tippe.
Kate Shindle, Liisi LaFontaine & More Will Star in HUZZAH! at the Old Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025
The Old Globe has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Huzzah!, with book, music, and lyrics by Olivier Award winners and Tony Award nominees Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025
The Old Globe has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Huzzah!, with book, music, and lyrics by Olivier Award winners and Tony Award nominees Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Todd Rosenthal been nominated for?
Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Red, Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Motherf**cker With the Hat, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Motherf**ker with the Hat, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for August: Osage County and Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for August: Osage County.
What awards has Todd Rosenthal won?
Todd Rosenthal has won several prestigious awards for his work in set design. He received the Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production award at the Helen Hayes Awards for Red. He also won Best Set Design at the Olivier Awards for August: Osage County. Additionally, he earned the Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Play for August: Osage County.
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