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BIO

Carolyn Downing is an accomplished actress with an impressive resume in both theater and television. Born and raised in New York City, Carolyn developed a passion for acting at a young age and went on to study theater at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.
After graduating, Carolyn began her career in theater, making her Broadway debut in the 2001 production of "The Producers." She went on to appear in several other Broadway productions, including "Hairspray," "Legally Blonde," and "The Little Mermaid."
In addition to her work on stage, Carolyn has also made a name for herself on television. She has appeared in a number of popular TV shows, including "Law & Order: SVU," "The Good Wife," and "Orange is the New Black." Her film credits include "The Devil Wears Prada" and "The Wolf of Wall Street."
Despite her success in other mediums, Carolyn remains committed to the theater. In 2018, she returned to Broadway in the revival of "My Fair Lady," playing the role of Mrs. Higgins. Her performance was praised by critics and audiences alike, with many noting her impeccable comedic timing and effortless stage presence.
Offstage, Carolyn is known for her philanthropic work. She is a longtime supporter of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and has been involved with several other charitable organizations throughout her career.

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2022]
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[West End, 2021]
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[West End, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2013]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Carolyn Downing, Life of Pi


winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Sound Design

Carolyn DowningChimerica

News


LIFE OF PI North American Tour Reveals Full Cast

The cast has been revealed for the US tour of LIFE OF PI. Lolita Chakrabarti’s stage adaptation of Yann Martel’s best-selling novel is a worldwide phenomenon that will now tour across the US. See what cities the tour is coming to and learn how to purchase tickets.
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF and More Set For The Almeida Theatre

The Almeida Theatre has announced five new productions including Almeida Associate Director Rebecca Frecknall's new production of Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, featuring Kingsley Ben-Adir, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Lennie James.
Video: In Rehearsal with NEVER LET ME GO at Rose Theatre

Go behind the scenes of rehearsals for the new stage adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Met Go in the video here!
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for LIFE OF PI in Toronto

Get a sneak peek behind the scenes at rehearsals for Life of Pi. Cast members Peter Twose and Riya Rajeev talk about the fantastic puppets that are used in the production, including how they watched footage of real tigers to study their movements.
Full Cast Set For NEVER LET ME GO at the Rose Theatre

The full cast has been announced for a new stage adaptation of Nobel Prize winning author Kazuo Ishiguro’s best-selling novel Never Let Me Go. Learn more about the cast here!
Tickets For LIFE OF PI at the Hippodrome Theatre Go on Sale Today

The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, home of Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre, has announced that tickets to the North American Tour Launch of LIFE OF PI – the hit Broadway and West End sensation – will go on sale today, Friday, August 9 at 10 a.m. EST.
Cast Set For Canadian Premiere of LIFE OF PI

Lolita Chakrabarti's multi Olivier and Tony Award-winning stage adaptation of Life of Pi, based on Canadian author Yann Martel's best-selling and Man Booker Prize-winning novel, will make its Canadian Premiere in only 4 weeks. Learn more about the cast here!
Creative Team Set For World Premeire of NEVER LET ME GO

The full creative team for a new stage adaptation of Nobel Prize winning author Kazuo Ishiguro’s best-selling novel Never Let Me Go is now in place.
Cast Set For FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD at The Other Palace

The cast has been announced for the empowering hit musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, coming to The Other Palace this summer. 
LIFE OF PI Will Make Canadian Premiere in September

Based on the best-selling and Man Booker Prize-winning book by Canadian author Yann Martel, Lolita Chakrabarti’s Olivier and Tony Award-winning stage adaption of Life of Pi will embark on another exciting adventure when it makes its Canadian premiere at Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre.
FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD Comes to the Other Palace This Summer

Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World is heading to The Other Palace for the summer.  This critically acclaimed girl power musical packs a popstar punch, with a catchy soundtrack, awe-inspiring characters and TikTok-favourite choreography.  
Cast Set For UK Tour of FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD

The cast has been announced for the UK tour of award-winning musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World.  Learn more about the cast here!
FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD Comes To Milton Keynes Theatre This January

Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World comes to Milton Keynes Theatre this January. Don't miss this award-winning empowering pop musical.
Casting Announced for RSC'S BEN AND IMO, written by Mark Ravenhill

Samuel Barnett and Victoria Yeates will make their Royal Shakespeare Company debuts to play, respectively, Benjamin Britten and Imogen Holst in the Company’s forthcoming production of Ben and Imo, written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman.
Hit Pop Musical FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD Has Landed In Greater Manchester For Christmas

HIT POP MUSICAL Fantastic Great Women Who Changed the World has arrived in Greater Manchester for Christmas. The cast visited Hazel Reeves' award-winning statue 'Rise Up, Women' before performing at The Lowry. The show runs until January 7th, 2024, marking the anniversary of the Representation of the People Act.
Photos: First Look At FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD On Tour

See photos of the UK tour of award-winning musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World. This empowering pop musical, from one of the  producers of the worldwide sensation SIX, is based on the popular book by Suffragette relative  Kate Pankhurst.
LIFE OF PI Will Embark On Worldwide Tour Following UK and Ireland Tour

LIFE OF PI embarks on a worldwide tour after a successful UK and Ireland run. The production will visit four continents, including Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia. Stay tuned for further details.
Photos: First Look at THE ENFIELD HAUNTING, Starring Catherine Tate and David Threlfall

New production photos have been released from The Enfield Haunting. Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting is currently playing at Richmond Theatre and moves to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals For THE ENFIELD HAUNTING With Catherine Tate, David Threlfall, and More

Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting will play at Brighton Theatre Royal and Richmond Theatre, before moving to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
Cast Set For UK Tour of FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD

The incredible cast has been announced for the UK tour of award-winning musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World.  Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Carolyn Downing been nominated for?

Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Life of Pi and Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Chimerica.

What awards has Carolyn Downing won?

Carolyn Downing has won the Best Sound Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Life of Pi and the Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for Chimerica.

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