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BIO

Taymor is an American director and writer of theater, opera and film. Her stage adaptation of The Lion King debuted in 1997, and received eleven Tony Award nominations, with Taymor receiving Tony Awards for Best Director and Costume Designer. Her film Frida, about Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, was nominated for five Academy Awards, including a Best Original Song nomination for Taymor's composition "Burn It Blue". She also directed the jukebox musical Across the Universe.

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Productions

 
[West End, 2021]
Director
Costume Designer
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Director
Mask Designer
 
[New York, 2007]
Director
Scenery/Costumes
 
[New York, 2005]
Director
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Mask Co-Designer
Puppet Co-Designer
Lyricist
Costume Designer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Puppets/Masks
Director
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Costume Designer
Director
Mask Designer
Puppet Designer
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Puppet Designer
Costume Designer
Mask Designer
Director
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Designer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
Director
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Puppet and Mask Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Puppets/Masks
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Choreographer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1984]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1982]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1981]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1981]
Scenic Designer
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1980]
Scenic Designer
Puppet and Mask Designer
Costume Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1979]
Scenery/Costumes/Puppets/Masks

Writing

Bookwriter
Conceiver
Bookwriter
Composer
Lyricist

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Julie Taymor, A Midsummer Night's Dream

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Julie Taymor, A Midsummer Night's Dream


winner
Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Costume Designer

Julie Taymor, The Lion King

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Director

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Puppet Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Drama League Awards - 1998 - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre

Julie Taymor


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Director - Musical

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
The Hewes Awards - 1998 - Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
The Hewes Awards - 1998 - Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Direction of a Musical

Julie Taymor, The Lion King

Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Costume Design

Julie TaymorJuan Darient: A Carnival Mass


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Julie Taymor, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Puppet Design

Julie Taymor, The Lion King

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Set Design - Musical

Julie TaymorJuan Darient: A Carnival Mass

Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Direction of a Musical

Julie Taymor, Juan Darien

Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Scenic Design

Julie Taymor, Juan Darien

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Costume Design

Julie Taymor, The Tempest

Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Scott Wentworth, Welcome to the Club


winner
Obie Awards - 1988 - Direction

Julie TaymorJuan Darien


winner
The Hewes Awards - 1988 - Concept Pupperty and Masks

Julie Taymor, Juan Darien


winner
Obie Awards - 1985 - Special Citations

Julie Taymor


winner
The Hewes Awards - 1980 - Scenic, Costume and Puppet Design

Julie Taymor, The Haggadah

Videos

News


Mandy Gonzalez Sets Appell Center Holiday Concert for December 7

Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez will perform a holiday program at the Appell Center, offering audiences a festive musical experience. Don't miss this special event featuring the acclaimed performer.
THE LION KING in Kansas City Tickets Go on Sale This Week

Tickets for the return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King in Kansas Citywill go on sale to the public this week. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Broadway On Demand To Stream TRIPPING ON LIFE And THE BENCH

Broadway on Demand has announced new distribution agreements for two critically-acclaimed one-person plays: Tripping on Life and The Bench. 
Video: Inside THE LION KINGOpening Night in Toronto

The Lion King has opened in Toronto.  On opening night, the Princess of Wales Theatre hosted celebrities and returning cast members from the 2000 engagement of the show. Check out the video here!
ROBERT WILL SHOW YOU THE DOOR (Tales Of Being Fired) To Have NYC Premiere At La MaMa

Susan Jeremy's solo show, ROBERT WILL SHOW YOU THE DOOR (Tales of Being Fired), makes its NYC premiere at La MaMa from November 21 to December 1. Directed by Maris Heller, the show humorously explores Jeremy's experiences of being fired.
THE LION KING on Broadway Will Its Celebrate 27th Anniversary Tomorrow

The Lion King will celebrate its 27th anniversary on Broadway on Wednesday, November 13th. Learn more about the show and its history, as well as the historic milestone, here!
La MaMa COFFEEHOUSE CHRONICLES #177 Spotlights Adrienne Kennedy

Explore the life and work of playwright Adrienne Kennedy at COFFEEHOUSE CHRONICLES #177 on November 16, 2024, featuring discussions and performances at La MaMa.
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at The Princess Of Wales Theatre

One of the world's most beloved musicals returns to Toronto for a long term stay into the Spring of 2025. Disney's The Lion King, the stage spectacle directed by Julie Taymor is based on the 1994 animated classic with music and lyrics written by Elton John and Tim Rice. This production has captivated audiences young and old across the globe for over 20 years and now is the best opportunity to introduce a new generation to the King.
La exposición del 30 aniversaro de EL REY LE"N abre en Madrid

A partir de hoy 1 de noviembre el Espacio Cultural Serrería Belga de Madrid acoge la exposición del 30 aniversario de EL REY LEÓN, que recoge los principales hitos del universo de la franquicia desde el clásico animado hasta el próximo estreno de MUFASA.
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at National Arts Centre

What did our critic think of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at National Arts Centre?
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To The Bushnell In November

Disney's THE LION KING returns to The Bushnell on November 13.
Photos: Mandy Gonzalez's Opening Night in SUNSET BOULEVARD

This week, Drama Desk and OBIE Award winner Mandy Gonzalez made her first guest star appearance as ‘Norma Desmond’ in Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. See photos from Gonzalez's opening night here! 
Interview: Darnell Abraham of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Ottawa's National Arts Centre

I had the privilege to speak with Darnell Abraham about his background and his role as Mufasa in the upcoming Broadway Across Canada presentation of Disney’s The Lion King, including some insight into the preparation that goes into such a physical role, favourite scenes, and the timelessness of the musical's themes.
Photo: Mandy Gonzalez as 'Norma Desmond' in SUNSET BOULEVARD

Tonight, Drama Desk and OBIE Award winner Mandy Gonzalez will guest star as ‘Norma Desmond’ in Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. Get a first look at Gonzalez on stage!
Photo: Mandy Gonzalez as Norma Desmond in SUNSET BOULEVARD

Get a first look at Mandy Gonzalez in the role of Norma Desmond in Sunset Blvd on Broadway! Gonzalez is the alternate for the role, which she shares with Nicole Scherzinger. Check out the photo here!
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre Presents FOWL PLAY: CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS At La MaMa

Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre will present FOWL PLAY: CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS at La MaMa from November 21 to December 8, exploring themes of unity and transformation through puppetry.
Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Third Act

Disney’s THE LION KING celebrated 25 triumphant years in the West End’s Lyceum Theatre on the afternoon of Sunday, 20 October with a special gala performance attended by the original creatives of the show including Julie Taymor, Lebo M, Richard Hudson, Irene Mecchi, Roger Allers and Donald Holder. Check out photos from the event here!
Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale Tomorrow

Experience the magic of DISNEY'S THE LION KING as it returns to Fort Lauderdale.
Disneys HERCULES knackt die 250.000- Tickets-Marke und geht in die Verlängerung bis September 2025

Ein schöner Erfolg! Mit 250.000 verkauften Tickets hat Disneys HERCULES einen Meilenstein erreicht. Das Publikum ist begeistert vom spektakulären Bühnendesign, der mitreißenden Musik und den atemberaubenden Kostümen. Aufgrund der positiven Resonanz wird die Spielzeit des neusten Disney Musicals in Hamburg bis September 2025 verlängert.
Meet the Cast of TAMMY FAYE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Julie Taymor written?

Julie Taymor has written 6 shows including The Transposed Heads (Bookwriter), The Transposed Heads (Bookwriter), Juan Darien (Bookwriter), Juan Darién (Bookwriter), The Lion King (Composer), Spider-Man (Bookwriter).

What awards has Julie Taymor been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Lion King, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King , Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King , Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Lion King, Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Lion King, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Lion King, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Lion King, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King , Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Juan Darient: A Carnival Mass, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Set Design - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Juan Darient: A Carnival Mass, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Juan Darien, Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for Juan Darien, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Tempest, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Welcome to the Club, Direction (Obie Awards) for Juan Darien, Concept Pupperty and Masks (The Hewes Awards) for Juan Darien, Special Citations (Obie Awards) and Scenic, Costume and Puppet Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Haggadah.

What awards has Julie Taymor won?

Julie Taymor has received numerous awards, including: - Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards) - Best Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King - Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King - Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Lion King - Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Lion King - Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Lion King - Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Direction (Obie Awards) for Juan Darien - Concept Puppetry and Masks (The Hewes Awards) for Juan Darien - Special Citations (Obie Awards) - Scenic, Costume and Puppet Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Haggadah.

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