Tom Watson
Latest News on Tom Watson:
Review Roundup: THE ADDING MACHINE Opens At The New Group (Apr 15, 2026)
29-Member Cast Set for LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre (Apr 14, 2026)
Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Reunite For RAGTIME Talkback on the Black Experience (Apr 10, 2026)
Review Roundup: THE ADDING MACHINE Opens At The New Group (Apr 15, 2026)
29-Member Cast Set for LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre (Apr 14, 2026)
Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Reunite For RAGTIME Talkback on the Black Experience (Apr 10, 2026)
BIO
Tom Watson is head of the wig and makeup department at the Metropolitan Opera. He has designed wigs for more than 45 Broadway productions. Current and recent Broadway designs include The Addams Family; Promises, Promises; Elling; Million Dollar Quartet; Mrs. Warren's Profession; Wicked; Rock of Ages; South Pacific; Sondheim on Sondheim; A View from the Bridge; and Sunday in the Park with George.
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Productions
Writing
Based on the Book by
Movies
Subway in the Sky
[ 1959 ] Corporal
[ 1959 ] Corporal
Nosey Dobson
[ 1976 ] Guide
[ 1976 ] Guide
Another Time, Another Place
[ 1983 ] Finlay
[ 1983 ] Finlay
Haunters of the Deep
[ 1984 ] Frank Lacey
[ 1984 ] Frank Lacey
Silent Scream
[ 1990 ] Patrick - Larry's Fanty
[ 1990 ] Patrick - Larry's Fanty
Crossing the Line
[ 1990 ] Tommy Brogan
[ 1990 ] Tommy Brogan
The Near Room
[ 1995 ] Frazer Hill
[ 1995 ] Frazer Hill
The Winter Guest
[ 1997 ] Minister
[ 1997 ] Minister
The Slab Boys
[ 1997 ] Willie Curry
[ 1997 ] Willie Curry
TV Shows
Cardiac Arrest
Mr. Ernest Docherty
Mr. Ernest Docherty
Dixon of Dock Green
Percy Croner, Don Blake
Percy Croner, Don Blake
High Road
Police Inspector, Det.Sgt. McLean
Police Inspector, Det.Sgt. McLean
The Campbells
Mr. MacKie
Mr. MacKie
This Man Craig
Mr. Ferguson, Davie Tait, Det. Sgt. Tait
Mr. Ferguson, Davie Tait, Det. Sgt. Tait
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Wig and Hair Design
Tom Watson, The Great Society
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Wig and Hair
Tom Watson, The Little Foxes
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2007 - Special Achievement in Design
Tom Watson, The Coast of Utopia
Videos
Video: First Look At Jasmine Amy Rogers, Jelani Alladin And Jordan Donica In THE WILD PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-02-18 22:28:42
Video: Joshua Henry, Shaina Taub, & Ben Levi Ross Record 'He Wanted to Say' From RAGTIME
by Michael Major - 2026-02-06 12:30:02
Video: Patrick Page and More in ARCHDUKE at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-11-20 16:02:43
Video: Go Inside the First Performance of RAGTIME on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-09-29 10:27:25
Video: Watch the RAGTIME Cast Perform the Title Song at Lincoln Center
by Michael Major - 2025-05-28 10:45:40
Video: Liz Larsen and Aria Kane Perform 'To Me' from THE BEDWETTER
by Stephi Wild - 2025-02-26 06:43:54
Video: The North American Tour of PARADE Comes to The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-11-30 15:53:46
Video: Steven Pasquale, Lesli Margherita, and More in NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-08 11:00:21
Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2024-07-29 13:38:19
Video: GALILEO's Nicole Kyoung-Mi Lambert Sings National Anthem at San Francisco Giants Game
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-05 11:03:18
Video: Watch an All New Trailer For GALILEO at Berkeley Repertory Theatre Starring Raul Esparza
by Stephi Wild - 2024-05-16 05:51:03
Video: Esparza and Kushnier Sing 'Believe the Day is Coming' from GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-27 09:23:22
Video: Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko, and the HARMONY Cast Perform 'Stars in the Night' and 'Where You Go'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-12-27 09:53:33
Video: Eric Idle Announces Steve Martin is 'God' in SPAMALOT on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-11 17:59:11
News
Review Roundup: THE ADDING MACHINE Opens At The New Group
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
The New Group is presenting a new production of The Adding Machine, directed by Scott Ellis. The play by Elmer L. Rice is performed by a talented cast featuring Sarita Choudhury, Michael Cyril Creighton, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Jennifer Tilly. Read reviews for the production!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
The New Group is presenting a new production of The Adding Machine, directed by Scott Ellis. The play by Elmer L. Rice is performed by a talented cast featuring Sarita Choudhury, Michael Cyril Creighton, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Jennifer Tilly. Read reviews for the production!
29-Member Cast Set for LEOPOLDSTADT at Writers Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
Writers Theatre will conclude its 2025/26 Season with Leopoldstadt, written by the late, celebrated playwright Tom Stoppard, directed by Carey Perloff.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
Writers Theatre will conclude its 2025/26 Season with Leopoldstadt, written by the late, celebrated playwright Tom Stoppard, directed by Carey Perloff.
Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Reunite For RAGTIME Talkback on the Black Experience
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026
Ragtime will host a special post-show panel, titled “The Black Experience in RAGTIME” next week. Producer Lamar Richardson will moderate the conversation, featuring original RAGTIME stars Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026
Ragtime will host a special post-show panel, titled “The Black Experience in RAGTIME” next week. Producer Lamar Richardson will moderate the conversation, featuring original RAGTIME stars Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell.
RAGTIME Cast Album Signing And SiriusXM Front Row Event Set For Vivian Beaumont Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
RAGTIME, SiriusXM’s On Broadway, and Concord Theatricals Recordings will present a SiriusXM Front Row event and cast album signing at the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center on Thursday, April 23.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
RAGTIME, SiriusXM’s On Broadway, and Concord Theatricals Recordings will present a SiriusXM Front Row event and cast album signing at the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center on Thursday, April 23.
THE ADDING MACHINE Extends; Plus Performance Will Stream Live
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
The New Group announced an extension for THE ADDING MACHINE, now running through May 17, with a live stream performance on May 5 at 7PM, starring Daphne Rubin-Vega, Jennifer Tilly, Sarita Choudhury, and Michael Cyril Creighton.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
The New Group announced an extension for THE ADDING MACHINE, now running through May 17, with a live stream performance on May 5 at 7PM, starring Daphne Rubin-Vega, Jennifer Tilly, Sarita Choudhury, and Michael Cyril Creighton.
SCHMIGADOON! Will Invite Fans to Dress Rehearsal Ahead of First Preview
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Ahead of the first preview of Schmigadoon! on April 4, fans will have the opportunity to attend the show’s dress rehearsal on April 3 at 7:00 PM at the Nederlander Theatre. Learn more about how to attend the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Ahead of the first preview of Schmigadoon! on April 4, fans will have the opportunity to attend the show’s dress rehearsal on April 3 at 7:00 PM at the Nederlander Theatre. Learn more about how to attend the show here!
SPAMALOT Will Come to the Fabulous Fox in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
The Fabulous Fox has announced that the North American Tour of SPAMALOT is coming to St. Louis May 5-17. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
The Fabulous Fox has announced that the North American Tour of SPAMALOT is coming to St. Louis May 5-17. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Anna Grace Barlow Will Depart RAGTIME in June
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026
Anna Grace Barlow will take her final bow as Evelyn Nesbit in Ragtime on Broadway on June 14, as confirmed on Barlow's Instagram story. Replacement casting has not been announced at this time.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026
Anna Grace Barlow will take her final bow as Evelyn Nesbit in Ragtime on Broadway on June 14, as confirmed on Barlow's Instagram story. Replacement casting has not been announced at this time.
SCHMIGADOON! Launches Rush and Lottery Policies Ahead of Broadway Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Ahead of the production’s first preview on April 4, Schmigadoon! has announced rush and lottery policies. Find out how to get discount tickets to Schmigadoon! here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Ahead of the production’s first preview on April 4, Schmigadoon! has announced rush and lottery policies. Find out how to get discount tickets to Schmigadoon! here!
RAGTIME Extends For a Second Time on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater’s revival of Ragtime, directed by Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, announced that its limited engagement has been extended by popular demand for a second time.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater’s revival of Ragtime, directed by Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, announced that its limited engagement has been extended by popular demand for a second time.
Photos: CHINESE REPUBLICANS Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 27, 2026
Go inside opening night of the Off-Broadway production of Chinese Republicans, now in performance at Roundabout Theatre Company's Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. Check out the opening night festivities in new photos below.
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 27, 2026
Go inside opening night of the Off-Broadway production of Chinese Republicans, now in performance at Roundabout Theatre Company's Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. Check out the opening night festivities in new photos below.
Review Roundup: CHINESE REPUBLICANS Opens at Roundabout Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
Read reviews for the Off-Broadway production of Chinese Republicans, opening tonight at Roundabout Theatre Company's Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. See what the critics are saying!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
Read reviews for the Off-Broadway production of Chinese Republicans, opening tonight at Roundabout Theatre Company's Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. See what the critics are saying!
Tickets to SPAMALOT Tour in Chicago On Sale Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026
Broadway In Chicago announces that tickets for the highly anticipated production of SPAMALOT will go on sale tomorrow. The show promises a blend of humor and musical extravaganza.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026
Broadway In Chicago announces that tickets for the highly anticipated production of SPAMALOT will go on sale tomorrow. The show promises a blend of humor and musical extravaganza.
Photos: CHINESE REPUBLICANS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos of Chinese Republicans at Roundabout! This world premiere production explores themes of assimilation, intergenerational conflict, and gender politics in the workplace.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos of Chinese Republicans at Roundabout! This world premiere production explores themes of assimilation, intergenerational conflict, and gender politics in the workplace.
Video: First Look At Jasmine Amy Rogers, Jelani Alladin And Jordan Donica In THE WILD PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
Go behind the scenes of ENCORES! THE WILD PARTY, starring Jasmine Amy Rogers (BOOP!), Jelani Alladin (Frozen), and Jordan Donica (Camelot) as City Center releases a new look at the stars during their first cast photo shoot. Watch the video!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
Go behind the scenes of ENCORES! THE WILD PARTY, starring Jasmine Amy Rogers (BOOP!), Jelani Alladin (Frozen), and Jordan Donica (Camelot) as City Center releases a new look at the stars during their first cast photo shoot. Watch the video!
THE SOUND OF MUSIC to Return to Philadelphia's Academy of Music in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present The Sound of Music at the Academy of Music, celebrating the 65th anniversary of the original stage debut.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present The Sound of Music at the Academy of Music, celebrating the 65th anniversary of the original stage debut.
Tickets for SPAMALOT at Marcus Performing Arts Center Available Friday
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) announced today that single tickets for the North American Tour of SPAMALOT, the outrageous and irreverent award-winning Broadway hit musical comedy, will go on sale Friday, February 13 at 10:00 a.m.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) announced today that single tickets for the North American Tour of SPAMALOT, the outrageous and irreverent award-winning Broadway hit musical comedy, will go on sale Friday, February 13 at 10:00 a.m.
McKenzie Kurtz, Isabelle McCalla, Brad Oscar & More Join SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2026
Today, Schmigadoon! announced additional members of the production’s Broadway company who will join the previously announced Alex Brightman and Sara Chase.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2026
Today, Schmigadoon! announced additional members of the production’s Broadway company who will join the previously announced Alex Brightman and Sara Chase.
SCHMIGADOON Musical to Reveal Broadway Cast Tomorrow
by Michael Major - Feb 10, 2026
The Broadway production of Schmigadoon! will reveal its Broadway cast tomorrow. In a video posted to the show's Instagram, the show confirmed that is will be announcing cast members on Wednesday, February 11, showing the costumes of some characters.
by Michael Major - Feb 10, 2026
The Broadway production of Schmigadoon! will reveal its Broadway cast tomorrow. In a video posted to the show's Instagram, the show confirmed that is will be announcing cast members on Wednesday, February 11, showing the costumes of some characters.
Jelani Alladin, Jordan Donica and Tonya Pinkins Join Encores! THE WILD PARTY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
The complete cast has been set for New York City Center Encores! The Wild Party. Original Broadway cast member Tonya Pinkins returns to the show, this time as Dolores Montoya.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
The complete cast has been set for New York City Center Encores! The Wild Party. Original Broadway cast member Tonya Pinkins returns to the show, this time as Dolores Montoya.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Tom Watson been nominated for?
Outstanding Wig and Hair Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Great Society, Outstanding Wig and Hair (Drama Desk Awards) for The Little Foxes and Special Achievement in Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Coast of Utopia.
What awards has Tom Watson won?
Tom Watson won the Special Achievement in Design at The Hewes Awards for his work on The Coast of Utopia.
How many shows has Tom Watson written?
Tom Watson has written 1 shows including Corruption (Based on the Book by).
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