Irene Sharaff
Irene Sharaff is an actor, costumes, costume designer whose BroadwayWorld credits include Romeo and Juliet, Jerome Robbins' Broadway, and The King and I. Awards include Tony Awards for The King and I (1952).
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Irene Sharaff (1910-1993)
"West Side Story" Natalie Wood as Maria, Costume Design
Sight: 16 x 12 1/2 inches
Gouache, watercolor, pen and ink on board, 1961 film
Signed and inscribed: Sharaff, West Side Story, Maria, Natalie Wood (lower right)
From: See Works from Inside SHOWSTOPPERS: THE ART OF STAGE AND SCREEN Exhibition at Helicline Fine Art
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Awards and Nominations
Irene Sharaff, Hallelujah, Baby!
Irene Sharaff, Sweet Charity
Irene Sharaff, The Girl Who Came to Supper
Irene Sharaff, Flower Drum Song
Irene Sharaff, West Side Story
Irene Sharaff, Candide
Irene Sharaff, Small War on Murray Hill
Irene Sharaff, Happy Hunting
Irene Sharaff, Shangri La
winner
Irene Sharaff, The King and I
Videos
Tony Awards Close-Up: What Moment Helped ANASTASIA's Linda Cho Decide to Become a Costume Designer? Find Out!
by Marissa Sblendorio - 2017-06-09 13:00:01
TV: Clint Ramos Wins 2016 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Play
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-06-12 23:15:02
TV Exclusive: Backstage Special with 6 of Theatre's Hottest Costume Designers, Part 2 - PRESENTED BY BERGDORF GOODMAN
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2014-09-25 13:00:47
TV Exclusive: Backstage Special - 6 of Theatre's Hottest Costume Designers Talk Trends, Fashion & More - PRESENTED BY BERGDORF GOODMAN
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2014-09-17 13:00:47
News
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Second Street Players' production of GYPSY will feature costumes from the 1993 Bette Midler TV movie, designed by Bob Mackie, and from the 2024 Broadway revival designed by Toni-Leslie James.
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that costume designer Albert Wolsky, whose contributions to cinema and theater earned him numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards and nominations for Drama Desk and Tony Awards, has passed away.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Tony nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist Taylor Mac will perform HOLIDAY SAUCE live in the UK for the first time at Soho Theatre Walthamstow, blending music, film, burlesque and what Mac calls 'random acts of fabulousness.'
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Theatre Communications Group announced Tianyu Lei and Viktoriia Shlenova as the 2026 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship, honoring the legacy of the legendary costume designer.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026
Theatre Development Fund hosted its second annual Costumes & Cocktails party at TAO Downtown. The fabulous event celebrated TDF’s iconic Costume Collection, an archive of more than 100,000 pieces of theatre costume lore that serves as a vital resource to designers across the country – from amateur theatre productions to “SNL” – and keeps clothing out of landfills.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2026
Helicline Fine Art is now presenting Showstoppers: The Art of Stage and Screen, a dynamic new exhibition celebrating nearly a century of performance as seen through the eyes of some of the most influential artists and designers of the 20th century. On view through May 10, 2026, the exhibition brings together more than three dozen works that capture the spectacle, emotion, and cultural impact of live theatre, film, dance, opera, and popular entertainment.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Helicline Fine Art will present 'SHOWSTOPPERS: The Art of Stage and Screen,' a captivating exhibition exploring the intersection of visual art and theatrical performance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
TDF will present the return of Costumes & Cocktails, a glamorous party and benefit celebrating its exceptional Costume Collection. The event will honor Paul
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2025
Schmigadoon has found its leading players! Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice) and Sara Chase (The Great Gatsby) will reprise their roles of Josh Skinner and Melissa Gimble in the Broadway production of Schmigadoon! Brightman and Chase originated the roles in The Kennedy Center production earlier this year.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025
The design team has been announced for the first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART. The team includes David Rockwell (Set Design), Linda Cho (Costume Design), Jen Schriever (Lighting Design), and Mikaal Sulaiman (Sound Design).
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced Seo Yun and Sveta Moroz as the 2025 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
On Monday night TDF, the not-for-profit organization dedicated to sharing the power of the performing arts with everyone, threw a raucous and glamorous party - Costumes & Cocktails – to celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025
TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails. Learn more about the event and see who is being honored.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2025
The Red Lion Inn has announced the opening of Surfacing, a new exhibit at The Fitz Gallery, featuring the innovative work of acclaimed artist and designer Machine Dazzle. Surfacing will be on display from March 22 through June 30.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2025
TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails, on Monday, April 7 at Tao Downtown. Learn more about the awardees for the TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards here!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails, on Monday, April 7 at Tao Downtown (92 Ninth Avenue).
by - Jan 23, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 23, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024
Broadway costume designer Carrie Robbins has passed away. Learn more about Robbins' life and work.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 15, 2024
TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts, has just announced that celebrated costume designer ANN HOULD-WARD and legendary scenic designer RICHARD HUDSON are among the 2024 TDF/Irene Sharaff Award recipients.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023
Talking Band will celebrate its 50th anniversary season with three premieres and collaborations with 600 Highwaymen and Anne Bogart.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Irene Sharaff has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
Irene Sharaff has not appeared in the West End.
Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Hallelujah, Baby!, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Sweet Charity, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Girl Who Came to Supper, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Flower Drum Song, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for West Side Story, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Candide, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Small War on Murray Hill, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Happy Hunting, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Shangri La and Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The King and I.
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