Tobin Ost
Latest News on Tobin Ost:
L Morgan Lee And More Join Goodspeed's New Musical A COMPLICATED WOMAN At The Terris Theatre (Apr 10, 2024)
Video: First Look at the World Premiere of HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL (May 25, 2023)
Cast & Creative Team Set for HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL World Premiere in Dallas-Fort Worth (Mar 31, 2023)
L Morgan Lee And More Join Goodspeed's New Musical A COMPLICATED WOMAN At The Terris Theatre (Apr 10, 2024)
Video: First Look at the World Premiere of HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL (May 25, 2023)
Cast & Creative Team Set for HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL World Premiere in Dallas-Fort Worth (Mar 31, 2023)
Tobin Ost BIO
Tobin Ost is a Tony-nominated scenic and costume designer, known for his visually stunning and innovative designs for theater productions. Born and raised in California, Ost attended Stanford University before moving to New York City to pursue a career in theater design.
Ost's Broadway credits include the Tony-nominated designs for the musicals "Newsies" and "Beetlejuice." He also designed the sets and costumes for the off-Broadway hit "The Toxic Avenger," which won the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best New Musical. In addition to his work on Broadway, Ost has designed numerous productions for regional theaters across the country.
Ost's designs are characterized by their bold colors, intricate details, and unconventional materials. For "Newsies," he created a set that resembled a giant printing press, complete with moveable metal plates and gears. The costumes featured suspenders, newsboy caps, and other period details that helped transport audiences back to turn-of-the-century New York City. Meanwhile, his designs for "Beetlejuice" were inspired by the Tim Burton film of the same name, with a gothic color palette and whimsical, cartoonish touches.
In addition to his work in theater, Ost has also designed for film and television. He created the costumes for the 2017 film "The Greatest Showman," which starred Hugh Jackman as P.T. Barnum. Ost's designs helped bring the film's circus performers to life, with colorful and elaborate costumes that captured the spirit of the era. He has also designed for television shows including "Smash" and "The Wiz Live!"
Ost has received numerous accolades for his work, including Tony Award nominations for Best Scenic Design and Best Costume Design. He was also awarded the Henry Hewes Design Award for his work on "Newsies" and "The Toxic Avenger." In addition to his design work, Ost is also a professor at Fordham University's Theatre Program, where he teaches courses in scenic and costume design.
Ost's designs are known for their attention to detail and their ability to transport audiences to another time and place. Whether he is designing for a Broadway musical or a regional theater production, Ost always brings a unique vision and a sense of wonder to his work. His ability to create immersive and visually stunning worlds on stage has made him one of the most sought-after designers in the industry.
In conclusion, Tobin Ost is a visionary designer whose work has captivated audiences on Broadway and beyond. His designs are characterized by their bold colors, intricate details, and unconventional materials, and he has received numerous accolades for his work. Whether he is designing for the stage, screen, or television, Ost always brings a unique vision and a sense of wonder to his work, and his ability to create immersive and visually stunning worlds on stage has made him one of the most respected and admired designers in the industry.
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Tobin Ost Awards and Nominations
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Scenic Design
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Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
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Tobin Ost Videos
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by Sally Henry Fuller - Dec 6, 2015
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by TV News Desk - Apr 15, 2015
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by Stage Tube - Sep 16, 2013
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by Stage Tube - Jun 18, 2013
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by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 16, 2013
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by BroadwayWorld TV - Feb 18, 2013
STAGE TUBE: BONNIE & CLYDE at La Jolla Playhouse Interview with Scenic & Costume Designer Tobin Ost
by Robert Diamond - Nov 28, 2009
STAGE TUBE: THE PHILANTHROPIST Star Matthew Broderick on NBC's Today Show
by Eddie Varley - Apr 14, 2009
Tobin Ost News
L Morgan Lee And More Join Goodspeed's New Musical
A COMPLICATED WOMAN At The Terris Theatre
Goodspeed Musicals has announced the cast for A Complicated Woman, a new musical about embracing your true identity that features a gender-diverse cast. A Complicated Woman will appear at Goodspeed's Terris Theatre from May 10 – June 2 in Chester, Conn.
Video: First Look at the World Premiere of HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL
His Story: The Musical, the world-premiere musical is now playing at the new state-of-the-art Broadway Tent at Grandscape in Texas. Check out an all new behind the scenes video here!
Cast & Creative Team Set for HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL World Premiere in Dallas-Fort Worth
His Story: The Musical, the world-premiere musical coming to Dallas-Fort Worth this spring, has announced its cast.
Julia Murney, Arielle Jacobs, Jerusha Cavazos & More to Celebrate BETWEEN THE LINES Album Release at 54 Below
Celebrate Between the Lines – Original Cast Recording, based on the recent new Off-Broadway production, with a special concert event at 54 Below on Thursday, January 19 at 7:00 PM. See how to purchase tickets here!
Final Standings Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
The final standings have been announced as of Tuesday, December 27th for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
BETWEEN THE LINES Original Cast Recording to be Released in January 2023
GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has announced that Between the Lines – Original Cast Recording, based on the recent new Off-Broadway production, will be released in streaming and digital formats on Friday, January 13, 2023.
BETWEEN THE LINES Enters its Final Week Off-Broadway
There are 8 performances remaining to see the new Off-Broadway musical BETWEEN THE LINES before its strictly limited engagement ends on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at the at the Tony Kiser Theater at Second Stage.
BETWEEN THE LINES Will Close Off-Broadway September 11
There are four weeks remaining to see the new Off-Broadway musical BETWEEN THE LINES before its strictly limited engagement ends on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at the Tony Kiser Theater at Second Stage.
BETWEEN THE LINES Will Release a Cast Recording
A cast recording is in the works for the new Off-Broadway musical Between the Lines, currently running at the Tony Kiser Theater at Second Stage.
Photos: Oscar-Winner Ariana DeBose Stops By BETWEEN THE LINES Off-Broadway!
This week the Off-Broadway musical Between the Lines got a very special visit from Academy Award--winner Ariana DeBose! Check out her post here and see her photo with the cast!
BETWEEN THE LINES Announces Book Drive With Hindi's Libraries At Second Stage
The new Off-Broadway musical BETWEEN THE LINES announces a book drive with Hindi's Libraries, a Long Island based literary nonprofit, to collect children's and young adult books at performances from Tuesday, August 2 - Sunday, August 7, 2022 at the Tony Kiser Theater.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of BETWEEN THE LINES Off-Broadway
The new Off-Broadway musical Between the Lines opened last night at the Tony Kiser Theater at Second Stage (305 West 43rd Street). BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
BETWEEN THE LINES Canceled Tonight Due to Covid-19
The new Off-Broadway musical Between the Lines has been canceled this evening due to Covid-19 infections within the company.
BETWEEN THE LINES Now Set to Open on July 11
The new Off-Broadway musical BETWEEN THE LINES will now officially open on Monday, July 11, 2022 at the Tony Kiser Theater (305 West 43rd Street).
BETWEEN THE LINES Cancels Performances Through June 22 Due to COVID-19
Due to positive COVID cases within the company, performances for Between the Lines from June 17-22 have been cancelled. Performances are set to resume on Wednesday, June 22 at 8PM.
BETWEEN THE LINES's Wren Rivera Takes Over Our Instagram Today
Tune in to our Instagram story today, as Wren Rivera takes over to take you behind the scenes of their day at Between the Lines Off-Broadway.
BETWEEN THE LINES Begins Performances Tonight Off-Broadway
The new Off-Broadway musical BETWEEN THE LINES begins performances tonight at the Tony Kiser Theater BETWEEN THE LINES stars Arielle Jacobs as Delilah, Jake David Smith as Prince Oliver, Vicki Lewis as Ms. Winx/Jessamyn Jacobs/Mrs. Brown/Kyrie, and more.
Photos: BETWEEN THE LINES Meets the Press
Based on the novel by international bestselling author Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer, Between the Lines begins performances Tuesday, June 14, 2022 and officially opens Sunday, June 26, 2022 at the Tony Kiser Theater (305 West 43rd Street) for a strictly limited engagement.
Tobin Ost FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Tobin Ost been nominated for?
Tobin Ost has been nominated for Best Scenic Design in the BroadwayWorld Awards for Newsies and for Best Scenic Design of a Musical in the Tony Awards for Newsies the Musical.
What awards has Tobin Ost won?
Tobin Ost has won the Best Scenic Design award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for his work on Newsies.
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