Lauren Helpern
Lauren Helpern is a scenic designer, set designer whose BroadwayWorld credits include Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, Truman vs. Israel, and King of the Jews. Awards include The Lortels for 4000 Miles (2012).
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Productions
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Scenic Design
Awards and Nominations
winner
The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Lauren Helpern, 4000 Miles
winner
Obie Awards - 2004 - Sets Design
Lauren Helpern, Bug
Videos
Photos & Video: Check Out New Footage & Images of THE GREAT GATSBY - THE IMMERSIVE SHOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-06-23 11:23:57
VIDEO: Get A First Look At HARRY TOWNSEND'S LAST STAND at New York City Center
by Alan Henry - 2019-12-03 15:37:54
TV: First Look at Idina Menzel in SKINTIGHT Off-Broadway- Opening Tonight!
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-06-21 18:16:36
VIDEO: Beth Behrs Talks New Play 'A FUNNY THING HAPPENED' on 'Late Night'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-05-10 09:30:44
TV: TWO BROKE GIRLS Star Beth Behrs Explains MCC's Next Play- A FUNNY THING HAPPENED...
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-04-21 14:39:24
STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes with CAN YOU FORGIVE HER? at Huntington
by Stage Tube - 2016-03-30 18:57:06
News
THE BLUE VIOLINIST OVER WEST END AVENUE to Open at Theatre Row
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026
The Prism Stage Company and Cate Cammarata will present the world premiere of Debbie Goodstein's play, directed by Jonathan Silverstein, in a limited Off-Broadway run at Theatre Row.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026
The Prism Stage Company and Cate Cammarata will present the world premiere of Debbie Goodstein's play, directed by Jonathan Silverstein, in a limited Off-Broadway run at Theatre Row.
THE BLUE VIOLINIST OVER WEST END AVENUE to Open at Theatre Row
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2026
Debbie Goodstein's new play, directed by Jonathan Silverstein and presented by Prism Stage Company and Cate Cammarata, follows an Upper West Side family confronting old wounds and division during an engagement celebration.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2026
Debbie Goodstein's new play, directed by Jonathan Silverstein and presented by Prism Stage Company and Cate Cammarata, follows an Upper West Side family confronting old wounds and division during an engagement celebration.
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Will Come to 59e59 This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
59E59 Theaters has announced Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, presented by Luna Stage and Richard Jordan Productions with Traverse Theatre, will join the Summer 2026 season.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
59E59 Theaters has announced Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, presented by Luna Stage and Richard Jordan Productions with Traverse Theatre, will join the Summer 2026 season.
Photos: BURNOUT PARADISE Opens Off-Broadway at Astor Place Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2026
The new Off-Broadway production BURNOUT PARADISE officially opened Thursday, March 5 at the Astor Place Theatre. Check out photos from inside the opening night celebration!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2026
The new Off-Broadway production BURNOUT PARADISE officially opened Thursday, March 5 at the Astor Place Theatre. Check out photos from inside the opening night celebration!
Cast Set for THE FIRST LINE OF DANTE'S INFERNO at La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
La MaMa and Shadowed Forest Productions revealed the full cast and creative team for their World Premiere of The First Line of Dante's Inferno by Kirk Lynn.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
La MaMa and Shadowed Forest Productions revealed the full cast and creative team for their World Premiere of The First Line of Dante's Inferno by Kirk Lynn.
Review: NOVEMBER 4 at Voices Festival Productions
by Mary Lincer - Nov 19, 2025
The world première of November 4 has opened just after the 30th anniversary of the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin on November 4, 1995. It is a mitzvah that there are now no longer Israeli hostages and a shande that, as the script of November 4 pointedly notes, Israel now has a Prime Minister who thinks he's the Messiah.
by Mary Lincer - Nov 19, 2025
The world première of November 4 has opened just after the 30th anniversary of the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin on November 4, 1995. It is a mitzvah that there are now no longer Israeli hostages and a shande that, as the script of November 4 pointedly notes, Israel now has a Prime Minister who thinks he's the Messiah.
Mitch Greenberg and More to Star in NOVEMBER 4 Musical at Voices Festival Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Voices Festival Productions has revealed the full cast for its World Premiere production of November 4, an urgent, timely musical play about a political assassination that changed the course of history.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Voices Festival Productions has revealed the full cast for its World Premiere production of November 4, an urgent, timely musical play about a political assassination that changed the course of history.
Photos: First Look At TRUMAN VS. ISRAEL At Theatre At St. Clements
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2025
Now in previews, Truman vs. Israel will officially open Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Theatre at St. Clements, where it will run through January 4, 2026. See photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2025
Now in previews, Truman vs. Israel will officially open Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Theatre at St. Clements, where it will run through January 4, 2026. See photos of the production.
Willy Falk and More to Star in TRUMAN VS. ISRAEL Off-Broadway at Theater At St. Clements
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025
Tony Award nominee Willy Falk and other Broadway performers have joined Greenhouse Theater Center's world premiere Off-Broadway production of Truman vs. Israel: Abzug and the Undressing of Truman. See who is starring and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025
Tony Award nominee Willy Falk and other Broadway performers have joined Greenhouse Theater Center's world premiere Off-Broadway production of Truman vs. Israel: Abzug and the Undressing of Truman. See who is starring and learn more!
Ensemble Shakespeare Company Brings A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to The Flea
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025
Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative ensemble for classical theater, is presenting A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare's classic comedy told with the company's unique and intimate style of storytelling.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025
Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative ensemble for classical theater, is presenting A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare's classic comedy told with the company's unique and intimate style of storytelling.
WP Theater Extends MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY For a Final Time
by Stephi Wild - Dec 31, 2024
Due to popular demand, Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, will extend its run again at WP Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 31, 2024
Due to popular demand, Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, will extend its run again at WP Theater.
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Extends at WP Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024
Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, opens tonight! The production has been extended. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024
Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, opens tonight! The production has been extended. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Extension Begins Tonight For Jenny Lyn Bader's MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2024
Previews begin tonight for Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith! Learn more and see
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2024
Previews begin tonight for Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith! Learn more and see
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Will Move to WP Theater
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024
Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, is extending and moving to Off-Broadway's WP Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024
Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, is extending and moving to Off-Broadway's WP Theater.
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Opens Tonight at 59E59 Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024
Explore the New York premiere of MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY at 59E59 Theaters. This drama, set in 1933 Berlin, examines the life of thinker Hannah Arendt. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024
Explore the New York premiere of MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY at 59E59 Theaters. This drama, set in 1933 Berlin, examines the life of thinker Hannah Arendt. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Playwright Jenny Lyn Bader and MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 21, 2024
Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Jenny Lyn Bader about her career and the 'Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library' at 59E59 Theaters.
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 21, 2024
Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Jenny Lyn Bader about her career and the 'Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library' at 59E59 Theaters.
Cast Set for MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024
Luna Stage will present the NY premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader’s Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, running Off-Broadway. See who is starring and learn more about the production!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024
Luna Stage will present the NY premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader’s Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, running Off-Broadway. See who is starring and learn more about the production!
Leslie Epstein's KING OF THE JEWS Starring Richard Topol Begins Performances TONIGHT at HERE Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023
Don't miss the Off Broadway debut of LESLIE EPSTEIN'S - KING OF THE JEWS at HERE Arts Center. The controversial adaptation of Epstein's novel is set in Poland, 1939, and follows a group of Jews forced to govern their own lives during the German occupation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023
Don't miss the Off Broadway debut of LESLIE EPSTEIN'S - KING OF THE JEWS at HERE Arts Center. The controversial adaptation of Epstein's novel is set in Poland, 1939, and follows a group of Jews forced to govern their own lives during the German occupation.
Richard Topol & More to Star in KING OF THE JEWS Off-Broadway Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023
Discover the Off-Broadway debut of 'KING OF THE JEWS,' a compelling stage adaptation of Leslie Epstein's controversial novel. Immerse yourself in this thought-provoking production that confronts themes of identity, religion, and power. Don't miss your chance to experience this powerful theatrical event.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023
Discover the Off-Broadway debut of 'KING OF THE JEWS,' a compelling stage adaptation of Leslie Epstein's controversial novel. Immerse yourself in this thought-provoking production that confronts themes of identity, religion, and power. Don't miss your chance to experience this powerful theatrical event.
Photos: Immersive THE GREAT GATSBY Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 26, 2023
Immersive Everywhere’s production of The Great Gatsby Just celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was there to bring you photos. Check them out here!
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 26, 2023
Immersive Everywhere’s production of The Great Gatsby Just celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was there to bring you photos. Check them out here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Lauren Helpern been nominated for?
Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for 4000 Miles and Sets Design (Obie Awards) for Bug.
What awards has Lauren Helpern won?
Lauren Helpern has won the Outstanding Scenic Design award at The Lortels for 4000 Miles and the Sets Design award at the Obie Awards for Bug.
