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BIO

Colin Callender is an award-winning theatre, film and television producer who founded the New York and London based production company Playground in 2012.

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Productions

Basura
 
[Broadway, 2026]
Producer
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Producer
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[West End, 2016]
Producer
The RiverThe River
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Producer
Casa ValentinaCasa Valentina
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Producer (By Special Arrangement With)
Hedwig and the Angry InchHedwig and the Angry Inch
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Producer
Lucky GuyLucky Guy
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Producer

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play

Colin Callender, Casa Valentina


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Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Revival of a Musical

Colin Callender, Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Play

Colin Callender, Lucky Guy

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West End Production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Become One Part Photo
West End Production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Become One Part
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

After ten years in the West End as a two-part theatrical event, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will evolve into a  single performance-format. The production will move to the version of the show currently performed by companies around the globe, including the Broadway production in New York City.
Interview: Wendy Orshan & Jeffrey M. Wilson Unpack Their 30 Years of Broadway Shows Photo
Interview: Wendy Orshan & Jeffrey M. Wilson Unpack Their 30 Years of Broadway Shows
by Robert Diamond - Jan 17, 2026

In this second part of our in-depth conversation (read Part 1), Jeffrey and Wendy look back on their over three decade career on Broadway and shares stories about some of their favorite shows. 
Tickets on Sale For SPRINGWOOD Directed By Stanley Tucci Photo
Tickets on Sale For SPRINGWOOD Directed By Stanley Tucci
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025

Award-winning actor, presenter, author, and screen director Stanley Tucci will make his London stage directing debut with the world premiere of SPRINGWOOD by Olivier and Tony Award-winning playwright Richard Nelson.
Creative Team Set For the World Premiere of Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan's BASURA Photo
Creative Team Set For the World Premiere of Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan's BASURA
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025

The creative team has been announced for the world premiere production of BASURA, a new musical with music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, premiering at the Alliance Theatre.
Video: On the Red Carpet for Tom Felton in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
Video: On the Red Carpet for Tom Felton in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025

Broadway audiences can now see Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in the Year 7 company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, now playing at the Lyric Theatre. See footage from the red carpet opening here!
Photos/Video: Tom Felton Makes His Broadway Debut in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHIL Photo
Photos/Video: Tom Felton Makes His Broadway Debut in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

Tom Felton returns to the wizarding world, joining the Broadway cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre as Draco Malfoy for a 26-week limited engagement through May 10, 2026. Check out phots and video of his Broadway debut!
Tom Felton Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tonight Photo
Tom Felton Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

Performances begin tonight, Tuesday, November 11th for the new Broadway company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at New York's Lyric Theatre, with original film star Tom Felton joining the casat.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD To Make Atlanta Premiere At The Fox Theatre In 2026 Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD To Make Atlanta Premiere At The Fox Theatre In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025

Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta will welcome the first-ever touring production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to the Fox Theatre for its Atlanta premiere engagement from February 28 to March 15, 2026.
Photos: New Cast Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in London Photo
Photos: New Cast Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in London
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

New cast members have officially taken to the stage for their first performance in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre in London. Check out all new production photos and family portraits here!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Host Draco Malfoy Look-Alike Contest Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Host Draco Malfoy Look-Alike Contest
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will host a special “Draco Malfoy” look-alike contest for theatergoers on Halloween in celebration of original Harry Potter film star Tom Felton joining the company this fall.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Golden Snitch Lottery in Columbus Photo
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Golden Snitch Lottery in Columbus
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2025

Join the Golden Snitch Digital Lottery for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in Columbus. Tickets start at $40! Entries close October 10 & 17.
Enter a Lottery to See Tom Felton's First Performance in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED Photo
Enter a Lottery to See Tom Felton's First Performance in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is launching a special one-time-only in-person lottery on Tuesday, September 30th where fans can enter for the chance to win two tickets to Tom Felton’s Broadway debut performance.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tour Sets Cast For Second Year Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tour Sets Cast For Second Year
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025

The cast has been set for the second year of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child North American tour. Nick Dillenburg joins the cast as Harry Potter alongside Adam Grant Morrison as his son Albus Potter, with Trish Lindstrom continuing as Ginny Potter.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Launches Golden Snitch Digital Lottery in Providenc Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Launches Golden Snitch Digital Lottery in Providence
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has announced that the Golden Snitch Digital Lottery is now open for their upcoming engagement of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Comes to Providence Performing Arts Center This Mo Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Comes to Providence Performing Arts Center This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) will present Harry Potter and the Cursed Child from Friday, September 19 through Saturday, October 4, 2025, as the opener of its 2025/26 Broadway season. The six-time Tony Award-winning play will launch the second year of its national tour with a two-and-a-half-week engagement in Providence.
Why Chris Columbus Says a Harry Potter Film Cast Reunion Isn’t Likely Photo
Why Chris Columbus Says a Harry Potter Film Cast Reunion Isn’t Likely
by Emmy Rice - Aug 31, 2025

In a recent statement, director Chris Columbus has dismissed any hopes of reuniting the original “Harry Potter” cast, branding the idea as “impossible” due to the fallout from J.K. Rowling’s controversial views.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Reveals New Cast and Extends Booking Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Reveals New Cast and Extends Booking
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has announced the new cast who will join the Company from 15 October 2025, as booking for the original two-part multi award-winning London production extends to 26 July 2026 at the Palace Theatre.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Celebrates Nine Years in London's West End Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Celebrates Nine Years in London's West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2025

Today, July 30, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child celebrates nine years at the West End’s Palace Theatre, the home of the original two-part production where it is currently booking to 15 February 2026.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Makes Ohio Premiere This Fall At The Ohio Theatre Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Makes Ohio Premiere This Fall At The Ohio Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025

Broadway in Columbus has announced that individual tickets for the Ohio premiere of the first-ever touring production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD will go on sale Thursday, June 26, at 10 am. The six-time Tony Award-winning production will play the Ohio Theatre for a limited engagement of three weeks only, October 12 through November 1.
Tom Felton Will Reprise Role of Draco Malfoy in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
Tom Felton Will Reprise Role of Draco Malfoy in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Team BWW - Jun 5, 2025

Tom Felton, who for over a decade played the role of Harry Potter’s arch-nemesis “Draco Malfoy” in all eight Harry Potter films, will join the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Colin Callender been nominated for?

Best Play (Tony Awards) for Casa Valentina, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Lucky Guy.

What awards has Colin Callender won?

Colin Callender won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

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