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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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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2025]
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[West End, 2023]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[West End, 2018]
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[West End, 2018]
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[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[West End, 2015] [Replacement]
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[West End, 2014]
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[West End, 2013]
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[US Tour, 2010]
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[Broadway, 2008]
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[West End, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2002]
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[Broadway, 1999]
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[Broadway, 1994]
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Movies

Billy Elliot
[ 2014 ] director

Awards and Nominations


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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


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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


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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


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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

News


Louis McCartney Will Lead STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW on Broadway

Louis McCartney will reprise his award-winning performance as ‘Henry Creel’ in the Olivier Award-winning STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, which will mark his Broadway debut.
Tickets Now on Sale For KYOTO at Soho Place

Tickets are now on sale for Kyoto at Soho Place! Book now for Kyoto, the new political thriller as it transfers to London's West End in 2025.
KYOTO Will Transfer to the West End in January 2025

Kyoto will transfer to @sohoplace for a limited 16-week run from Thursday 9 January to Saturday 3 May 2025. Plus, learn more about Twelfth Night and The Red Shoes here!
New Cast Set For STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW at the Phoenix Theatre

With the production about to celebrate its first year in the West End, the new cast has been announced for the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award winning, world première production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, currently running at Phoenix Theatre.
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards - Full List of Winners

Alex Edelman, Billy Crudup, Jean Smart, and more took home Emmy Awards tonight. The 76th Emmy Awards ceremony was broadcast live from the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles Sunday, Sept. 15. Check out the full list of winners here!
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Ticket Purchasers Can be Gifted 30-Day Netflix Subscription

Ticket holders to STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, who are not currently Netflix subscribers, will be gifted a 30-day Netflix subscription for ticket purchases. Learn more about the production!
Andrew Burnap Joins Cast of Thriller Film From Chris Long

Tony Award winner Andrew Burnap has joined The Up and Comer, a thriller based on the book of the same name by Howard Roughan
Photos: AN INSPECTOR CALLS is Now on UK Tour

Production images have been released for the UK Tour of Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s AN INSPECTOR CALLS, playing at Alexandra Palace until Saturday 21 September before visiting 26 venues across the UK.  Check out the photos here!
New Cast Will Join STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW in London

New casting has been announced for the Olivier Award winning, world première production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, currently running at Phoenix Theatre in London’s West End. Learn more about the cast here!
Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards Reveals First Round Of 2024-25 Recipients

The Edgerton Foundation has revealed the first round of recipients for the 2024-25 New Play Awards, supporting the development of new theatrical works across the country. Learn more about the recipients and the award.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Will Arrive on Broadway in 2025

the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning, play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will begin performances Friday, March 28, 2025. We have all the details about the upcoming production!
New York Theatre Workshop Unveils 2024/25 2050 Administrative And Artistic Fellows

New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the 2024/25 2050 Administrative and Artistic Fellows, highlighting emerging talent in theatre administration and artistic fields. Learn more!
Full Cast Announced For The UK Tour Of JB Priestley's AN INSPECTOR CALLS

PW Productions has announced the full cast for the 2024-25 UK Tour of Stephen Daldry's multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley's AN INSPECTOR CALLS, opening at Alexandra Palace on Friday 30 August, where it will play for 3 weeks.
Sarah Lawrie Presents For Mixed Up Theatre TIMELESS As Part of Edinburgh Fringe

Sarah Lawrie presents TIMELESS as part of Edinburgh Fringe, running at theSpaceUK @ Surgeons Hall, Haldane Theatre 12 – 24 Aug: 12 – 17 Aug 10.50 (11.45) and 19 – 24 Aug 18.30 (19.25). Written by Brian Coyle and directed by Charlotte Peters
Interview: Brodie Donougher of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at Raimund Theater

From being  Billy Elliot for more than two years and closing the show in London's West End to the San Francisco Ballett School and San Francisco Ballet Trainee Tour, followed by a contract with the Grand Rapids Ballett Brodie Donougher is part of the PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Cast in Vienna, starring as Hannibals Guard.
Video: First Look at Clips From STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW

An all new trailer has been released, giving fans a first look at the critically acclaimed world première production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow. Check out the video here!
Review: Exquisite THE HOURS by Puts Triumphs Again at the Met under Watanabe

When I first heard Kevin Puts’s gorgeous, melodic score for THE HOURS back in 2022, I was blown away, thinking it was almost too good to be true. Could it be a classic? I wanted to hear it again, though not too soon, to give it a chance to settle in its own skin. Lucky us—lucky me—that the Met brought it back so quickly. It reminded me that first impressions are sometimes on the mark.
Full Cast Set For the RSC's KYOTO

The RSC and Good Chance have announced full casting for the world premiere of Kyoto; a major new production which places audiences at the heart of the historic 1997 Kyoto climate summit.
Photos & Video: See Bening, Stokes Mitchell & More at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala

Check out new photos and videos from the Entertainment Community Fund Gala!
Theater Resources Unlimited Town Hall: Adding Accessibility To The D.E.I. Conversations In-Person & Virtual

Join Theater Resources Unlimited for their live monthly panel discussion on adding accessibility to D.E.I. conversations. The event, held both in-person and virtually, will be co-hosted by actor Carey Cox.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Stephen Daldry been nominated for?

Stephen Daldry has received numerous nominations for his work in theater, including: - 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 - 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 - Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for An Inspector Calls.

What awards has Stephen Daldry won?

Stephen Daldry has won several prestigious awards, including: - 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 - Special Citations (Obie Awards) for The Jungle - Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Billy Elliot - 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 - 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 - Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for An Inspector Calls

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