Stephen Daldry
Latest News on Stephen Daldry:
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Return For A National Tour and Limited West End Season (Feb 11, 2026)
Broadway's STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW to Be Filmed for Netflix Release (Feb 10, 2026)
Victor de Paula Rocha, Ayana Cymone & More Will Join STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW on Broadway (Feb 10, 2026)
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Return For A National Tour and Limited West End Season (Feb 11, 2026)
Broadway's STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW to Be Filmed for Netflix Release (Feb 10, 2026)
Victor de Paula Rocha, Ayana Cymone & More Will Join STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW on Broadway (Feb 10, 2026)
BIO
Stephen David Daldry CBE (born 2 May 1960) is an English director and producer of film, theatre, and television. He has won three Tony Awards for his work on Broadway and an Olivier Award for his work in the West End. He has received three Academy Awards nominations for Best Director, for the films Billy Elliot (2000), The Hours (2002), and The Reader (2008).
From 2016 to 2020, he produced and directed the Netflix television series The Crown, for which he received one Producers Guild Award nomination, one Producers Guild Award win, two Primetime Emmy Award nominations, and one Primetime Emmy Award win for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series and Outstanding Drama Series. Daldry joined an elite group of directors by receiving nominations for direction in theatre, television, and film.
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Billy Elliot
[ 2014 ] director
[ 2014 ] director
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Direction of a Play
Stephen Daldry , Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Direction of a Play
Stephen Daldry, Stranger Things: The First Shadow
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Stephen Daldry, The Inheritance
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Stephen Daldry, The Inheritance
winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Direction of a Play
Stephen Daldry, The Inheritance
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Stephen Daldry, The Jungle
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Obie Awards - 2019 - Special Citations
Stephen Daldry, The Jungle
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Stephen Daldry, The Audience
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Direction of a Play
Stephen Daldry, Skylight
Evening Standard Awards - 2014 - Best Director
Stephen DaldrySkylight
Olivier Awards - 2013 - Best Director
Stephen DaldryThe Audience
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2009 - Best Direction of a Musical
Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical
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Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Direction of a Musical
Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot, The Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Director
Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director - Play
Stephen Daldry, An Inspector Calls
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Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Director of a Play
Stephen DaldryMachinal
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Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Direction of a Play
Stephen Daldry , An Inspector Calls
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Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Director of a Play
Stephen DaldryAn Inspector Calls
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Evening Standard Awards - 1992 - Best Director
Stephen DaldryAn Inspector Calls
Videos
Video: STRANGER THINGS Star Jamie Campbell Bower Makes Cameo in Broadway Play
by Michael Major - 2025-12-20 12:14:26
Video: STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Team Reacts to Tony Honor
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-08 22:09:22
Video: Gabrielle Nevaeh & Louis McCartney Talk STRANGER THINGS Characters, Tease Easter Eggs
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-03 14:00:49
Video: Louis McCartney Recalls Audition Process for Vecna in STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-02 10:36:38
Video: Hanging with the Cast of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Joey Mervis - 2025-02-17 15:34:22
Video: First Look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Cast & Set in Rehearsal
by Michael Major - 2025-01-24 14:01:16
Video: First Look at Clips From STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Stephi Wild - 2024-05-22 08:54:42
Video: Watch Stephen Daldry and Richard Dreyfuss Discuss Refugees, Civics Education, and Civic Responsibility
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-04 12:25:04
Exclusive: Hear Two Tracks From the SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack
by Michael Major - 2022-12-15 09:44:29
VIDEO: Helen Mirren Accepts the Life Achievement Award at the SAG Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2022-02-28 06:44:32
VIDEO: Tony Goldwyn, Kyle Soller, Andrew Burnap Talk THE INHERITANCE on TODAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-01-17 11:38:05
TV: Matthew Lopez and the Company of THE INHERITANCE Celebrate Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-11-18 11:47:13
Breaking: Olivier-Winning THE INHERITANCE Will Come to Broadway This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-06 12:01:00
News
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Return For A National Tour and Limited West End Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL will embark on a national tour, opening at Sunderland Empire on 4 November 2026 where it will play until 28 November 2026 before ts first return to the West End in over 10 years.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL will embark on a national tour, opening at Sunderland Empire on 4 November 2026 where it will play until 28 November 2026 before ts first return to the West End in over 10 years.
Broadway's STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW to Be Filmed for Netflix Release
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Broadway's Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the prequel play to the Netflix series, will be filmed this week for a future release on the streamer. Performances from Tuesday, February 10 to Saturday, February 14 have been canceled to accommodate.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Broadway's Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the prequel play to the Netflix series, will be filmed this week for a future release on the streamer. Performances from Tuesday, February 10 to Saturday, February 14 have been canceled to accommodate.
Victor de Paula Rocha, Ayana Cymone & More Will Join STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 10, 2026
Get ready, Hawkins. New principal cast members are getting ready to join the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW as the production begins its second year on Broadway.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 10, 2026
Get ready, Hawkins. New principal cast members are getting ready to join the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW as the production begins its second year on Broadway.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Releases New Block of Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
A new block of tickets will go on sale for the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
A new block of tickets will go on sale for the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Breaks Marquis Theatre Box Office Record
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025
The Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW broke the 9-performance house record at the Marquis Theatre with a gross of $2,510,948.00 for the week ending Sunday, December 28, 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025
The Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW broke the 9-performance house record at the Marquis Theatre with a gross of $2,510,948.00 for the week ending Sunday, December 28, 2025.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW on Broadway Breaks Marquis Theatre Box Office Record
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2025
Stranger Things: The First Shadow broke the 9-performance house record at the Marquis Theatre with a gross of $2,510,948.00 for the week ending Sunday, December 28, 2025. Get the latest scoop on the Broadway show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2025
Stranger Things: The First Shadow broke the 9-performance house record at the Marquis Theatre with a gross of $2,510,948.00 for the week ending Sunday, December 28, 2025. Get the latest scoop on the Broadway show.
STRANGER THINGS 5 and THE FIRST SHADOW Connections: What To Know
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 27, 2025
Audiences are now deep in the dangerous depths of the Upside Down, with the ongoing fifth season of Stranger Things now streaming. Find out more about the new season, how it connects to the Broadway play, and more in our new guide!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 27, 2025
Audiences are now deep in the dangerous depths of the Upside Down, with the ongoing fifth season of Stranger Things now streaming. Find out more about the new season, how it connects to the Broadway play, and more in our new guide!
Video: STRANGER THINGS Star Jamie Campbell Bower Makes Cameo in Broadway Play
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2025
Watch a video of Jamie Campbell Bower surprising the audience for the final scene of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW for the final scene of the production, reprising his role as “Henry Creel.'
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2025
Watch a video of Jamie Campbell Bower surprising the audience for the final scene of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW for the final scene of the production, reprising his role as “Henry Creel.'
Juan Carlos Will Return to STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW After Suffering Onstage Injury
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Juan Carlos, one of the original cast members of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, is set to return to the show after recovering from an injury he suffered on stage in June.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Juan Carlos, one of the original cast members of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, is set to return to the show after recovering from an injury he suffered on stage in June.
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Hold Children's Casting Call For Lead Role
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Billy Elliot the Musical will search for US and Canadian boys to play the role of Billy in a forthcoming run of the multi award-winning hit show. Learn more about how to audition here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
Billy Elliot the Musical will search for US and Canadian boys to play the role of Billy in a forthcoming run of the multi award-winning hit show. Learn more about how to audition here!
THE AUDIENCE, THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, and LES LIAISONS Will Come to Cinemas From National Theatre Live
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
National Theatre Live has announced its next slate of productions releasing to cinemas worldwide in 2026, including two National Theatre productions captured from the Lyttelton stage on London’s South Bank and the re-release of a fan-favourite.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
National Theatre Live has announced its next slate of productions releasing to cinemas worldwide in 2026, including two National Theatre productions captured from the Lyttelton stage on London’s South Bank and the re-release of a fan-favourite.
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Will Hold Children's Casting Call
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Billy Elliot the Musical will search for children to play the roles of Billy, Michael and Debbie in a forthcoming run of the multi award-winning hit show. Learn more about the casting call here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Billy Elliot the Musical will search for children to play the roles of Billy, Michael and Debbie in a forthcoming run of the multi award-winning hit show. Learn more about the casting call here!
James Cameron Reveals He 'Almost' Directed the WICKED Movie
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 28, 2025
During a recent interview, acclaimed director James Cameron revealed that he was close to directing the film version of Wicked during the early days of development.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 28, 2025
During a recent interview, acclaimed director James Cameron revealed that he was close to directing the film version of Wicked during the early days of development.
Photos: Further Look at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW as it Extends in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
All new photos have been released from the West End production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow as it celebrates its second anniversary at the Phoenix Theatre. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
All new photos have been released from the West End production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow as it celebrates its second anniversary at the Phoenix Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Louis McCartney and More at Netflix's STRANGER THINGS Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
The stars STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW attended the LA premiere for the final series of the Netflix global phenomenon. See photos of Louis McCartney and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
The stars STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW attended the LA premiere for the final series of the Netflix global phenomenon. See photos of Louis McCartney and more.
David Tennant, Caissie Levy, and Juliet Stevenson Lead New Season of Streaming Releases on National Theatre at Home
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
This Winter, National Theatre at Home will welcome a trio of powerful new titles for streaming worldwide — from a West End revival starring David Tennant, to an award-winning musical that redefined modern theatre, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
This Winter, National Theatre at Home will welcome a trio of powerful new titles for streaming worldwide — from a West End revival starring David Tennant, to an award-winning musical that redefined modern theatre, and more.
Helen Mirren to Receive Cecil B. DeMille Award from the Golden Globes
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025
Tony Award-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren has been named the 2026 Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree from the Golden Globes. The award will be presented on the new annual primetime special “Golden Eve,” airing on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025
Tony Award-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren has been named the 2026 Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree from the Golden Globes. The award will be presented on the new annual primetime special “Golden Eve,” airing on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Review Roundup: KYOTO Opens at Lincoln Center Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater is presenting the American premiere of the Royal Shakespeare Company and Good Chance production of the 2025 Olivier Award-nominated play KYOTO. Read the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater is presenting the American premiere of the Royal Shakespeare Company and Good Chance production of the 2025 Olivier Award-nominated play KYOTO. Read the reviews!
KYOTO Playwrights Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson Selected for 2025 TIME100 Climate List
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
TIME has selected acclaimed KYOTO playwrights, Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson, for the 2025 TIME100 Climate list, recognizing the 100 most innovative leaders driving business climate action.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
TIME has selected acclaimed KYOTO playwrights, Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson, for the 2025 TIME100 Climate list, recognizing the 100 most innovative leaders driving business climate action.
Photos: RAGTIME Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 20, 2025
The second Broadway revival of Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. In attendance were Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Hillary Clinton, and more! Check out the photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 20, 2025
The second Broadway revival of Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. In attendance were Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Hillary Clinton, and more! Check out the photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Stephen Daldry been nominated for?
Outstanding Direction of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Outstanding Direction of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Inheritance, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Inheritance, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Inheritance, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Jungle, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for The Jungle, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Audience, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Skylight, Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Skylight, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for The Audience, Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Billy Elliot, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Billy Elliot the Musical, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Billy Elliot the Musical, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Billy Elliot, The Musical, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Billy Elliot, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Billy Elliot, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for An Inspector Calls, Best Director of a Play (Olivier Awards) for Machinal , Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for An Inspector Calls, Best Director of a Play (Olivier Awards) for An Inspector Calls and Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for An Inspector Calls.
What awards has Stephen Daldry won?
Stephen Daldry has received numerous prestigious awards for his directing work. He won Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Inheritance, as well as Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production. He received Special Citations from the Obie Awards for The Jungle. For Billy Elliot, he earned Best Direction of a Musical from the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding Director of a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards, and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards. He also won Outstanding Director – Play at the Drama Desk Awards for An Inspector Calls. At the Olivier Awards, Daldry was honored with Best Director of a Play for both Machinal and An Inspector Calls. Additionally, he won Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards and Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for An Inspector Calls.
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