David C. Woolard
Also Credited As: David Woolard
Latest News on David C. Woolard:
Ken Urbans' A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK Extends Off-Broadway (Dec 18, 2024)
Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence Will Star in PEN PALS (Dec 18, 2024)
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin & Gail Winar Join the Rotating Cast of PEN PALS (Dec 16, 2024)
Ken Urbans' A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK Extends Off-Broadway (Dec 18, 2024)
Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence Will Star in PEN PALS (Dec 18, 2024)
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin & Gail Winar Join the Rotating Cast of PEN PALS (Dec 16, 2024)
BIO
David C. Woolard has designed costumes at most of the major theatres in America as well as productions all over the world. He has dressed many personalities including Jane Fonda, Betty Buckley, Liz Mikel, Quentin Tarantino and Billy Crystal among others.
Broadway credits include BRONX BOMBERS, FIRST DATE, LYSISTRATA JONES, WEST SIDE STORY, Jane Fonda’s clothing for 33 VARIATIONS, DIVIDING THE ESTATE, THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION, RING OF FIRE, ALL SHOOK UP, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW (2001 Tony Award nomination) VOICES IN THE DARK, THE WHO’S TOMMY (1993 Tony and Olivier Award nominations) BELLS ARE RINGING, MARLENE, WAIT UNTIL DARK, Horton Foote’s THE YOUNG MAN FROM ATLANTA, DAMN YANKEES, A FEW GOOD MEN.
Other credits include PEICE OF MY HEART at The Signature Theatre, GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES with Megan Hilty (Encores), ORPHANS HOME CYCLE (Signature Theatre) (Drama Desk, Hewes Award), HEIR APPARENT, (CSC) (Drama Desk nomination) TOXIC AVENGER (off Broadway and Alley Theatre), THE DONKEY SHOW (A.R.T.)
He is well known in the Opera world as well having designed numerous world premiers including COLD MOUNTAIN at Santa Fe Opera, EVEREST at Dallas Opera, DEATH AND THE POWERS at Opera De Monte Carlo. And OSCAR at Santa Fe Opera and Philadelphia Opera Company.
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Costume Design
David C. Woolard, The Heir Apparent
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2010 - Notable Effects - Production Design, Costumes
David C. Woolard, The Orphans' Home Cycle
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2001 - Costume Design
David C. Woolard, The Rocky Horror Show
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Costume Design
David C. Woolard , The Rocky Horror Show
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Costume Design
David C. Woolard, The Who's Tommy
Videos
VIDEO: Get A First Look At HARRY TOWNSEND'S LAST STAND at New York City Center
by Alan Henry - Dec 3, 2019
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Trailer for THE OLD FRIENDS at Alley Theatre - Betty Buckley, Hallie Foote & More!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 20, 2014
TV: Highlights from Broadway's BRONX BOMBERS - Peter Scolari, Francois Battiste, John Wernke and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jan 29, 2014
TV: Betty Buckley and More in Signature Theatre's THE OLD FRIENDS - Highlights!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Sep 10, 2013
STAGE TUBE: In the Recording Studio with the Cast of FIRST DATE; Album Now Available for Pre-Order
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2013
TV Exclusive: First Look at Video from FIRST DATE on Broadway Starring Zachary Levi & Krysta Rodriguez!
by Robert Diamond - Aug 8, 2013
STAGE TUBE: Michael Wilson, Christopher Shinn & Cast Go Behind the Scenes of Huntington Theatre's NOW OR LATER
by Stage Tube - Oct 16, 2012
TV: Constantine Maroulis Gets Green in THE TOXIC AVENGER - New Commercial Featuring First Performance Footage!
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 27, 2012
TV: Behind the Scenes of THE TOXIC AVENGER with Constantine Maroulis, Joe DiPeitro, David Bryan and More!
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 6, 2012
TV: Check Out Meghann Fahy et al. in Kerrigan & Lowdermilk's SAMANTHA BROWN at Goodspeed Musicals
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 12, 2011
STAGE TUBE: MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD Company Talks New Primary Stages Production
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 29, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Clips from Goodspeed Musicals' UNAUTHORIZED AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF SAMANTHA BROWN!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 22, 2011
News
Ken Urbans' A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK Extends Off-Broadway
The New York debut of A Guide for the Homesick, a play by Ken Urban, directed by Shira Milikowsky, will extend its limited Off Broadway run. Learn more here!
The New York debut of A Guide for the Homesick, a play by Ken Urban, directed by Shira Milikowsky, will extend its limited Off Broadway run. Learn more here!
Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence Will Star in PEN PALS
As part of its rotating cast, Catherine Curtin (“Stranger Things,” “Orange is the New Black”) and Sharon Lawrence (“Joe Pickett,” “NYPD Blue,” “Queen Sugar”) will step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals.
As part of its rotating cast, Catherine Curtin (“Stranger Things,” “Orange is the New Black”) and Sharon Lawrence (“Joe Pickett,” “NYPD Blue,” “Queen Sugar”) will step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals.
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin & Gail Winar Join the Rotating Cast of PEN PALS
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin, and Gail Winar will join the rotating cast of Pen Pals at the Theatre at St. Clements. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin, and Gail Winar will join the rotating cast of Pen Pals at the Theatre at St. Clements. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: PEN PALS Opens With Nancy McKeon and Johanna Day
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, officially opened off-Broadway at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Check out photos from opening night here!
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, officially opened off-Broadway at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK in Rehearsal at Union Square DR2 Theatre
A Guide for the Homesick, a gripping play by Ken Urban, will make its return to the stage under the direction of Shira Milikowsky. Check out rehearsal photos here!
A Guide for the Homesick, a gripping play by Ken Urban, will make its return to the stage under the direction of Shira Milikowsky. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Nia Vardalos, Mary Beth Peil & More Join PEN PALS Rotating Cast
A rotating cast schedule has been revealed for Pen Pals' Off-Broadway run at the Theatre at St. Clements, starring Nia Vardalos and more. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
A rotating cast schedule has been revealed for Pen Pals' Off-Broadway run at the Theatre at St. Clements, starring Nia Vardalos and more. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon Will Lead PEN PALS Off-Broadway
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the producers of Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, have announced its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's.
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the producers of Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, have announced its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's.
Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon to Star in PEN PALS at St. Clement's Theatre
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, will have its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, will have its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's, starring Johanna Day and Nancy McKeon. Learn how to purchase tickets.
McKinley Belcher III and Uly Schlesinger to Star in A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK Off-Broadway
McKinley Belcher III and Uly Schlesinger are set to star in the Off-Broadway production of A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK, exploring themes of friendship and trauma. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
McKinley Belcher III and Uly Schlesinger are set to star in the Off-Broadway production of A GUIDE FOR THE HOMESICK, exploring themes of friendship and trauma. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2024 Nominated Revivals
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of PAY THE WRITER At Pershing Square Signature Center
Craig Bierko, Bebe Neuwirth, Maryann Plunkett, Jay O. Sanders, Maulik Pancholy, Noah Ricketts, Sharon Brown, Seth Rudetsky, Erik Bottcher, Julian Elijah Martinez, Kevyn Morrow, and Frank Wood among others, attended Opening Night of Pay the Writer on August 21, 2023. See photos from the opening night celebration!
Craig Bierko, Bebe Neuwirth, Maryann Plunkett, Jay O. Sanders, Maulik Pancholy, Noah Ricketts, Sharon Brown, Seth Rudetsky, Erik Bottcher, Julian Elijah Martinez, Kevyn Morrow, and Frank Wood among others, attended Opening Night of Pay the Writer on August 21, 2023. See photos from the opening night celebration!
Photos: First Look at PAY THE WRITER Starring Bryan Batt, Marcia Cross, Ron Canada, and More
Production photos have been released for Pay the Writer. The world premiere of the new comedy-drama by New York Times Bestselling Author Tawni O’Dell (Back Roads) stars Ron Canada (Network, Wedding Crashers, “The West Wing”), Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Marcia Cross (“Desperate Housewives,” “Melrose Place”), and Bryan Batt (“Mad Men,” 12 Years a Slave, Jeffrey). Check them out here!
Production photos have been released for Pay the Writer. The world premiere of the new comedy-drama by New York Times Bestselling Author Tawni O’Dell (Back Roads) stars Ron Canada (Network, Wedding Crashers, “The West Wing”), Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Marcia Cross (“Desperate Housewives,” “Melrose Place”), and Bryan Batt (“Mad Men,” 12 Years a Slave, Jeffrey). Check them out here!
PAY THE WRITER Begins Previews Sunday, August 13 With Sold-Out WGA Benefit Performance
Previews for Pay the Writer will begin this Sunday, August 13 at 7:30 PM with a sold-out performance benefiting Writers Guild of America. Due to the overwhelming support shown for the show and WGA, the producers have added two additional benefit performances on Monday, August 14 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, August 20 at 2:00 PM.
Previews for Pay the Writer will begin this Sunday, August 13 at 7:30 PM with a sold-out performance benefiting Writers Guild of America. Due to the overwhelming support shown for the show and WGA, the producers have added two additional benefit performances on Monday, August 14 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, August 20 at 2:00 PM.
Brenda Braxton Joins Production Team of PAY THE WRITER
Learn more about how Broadway star Brenda Braxton joins the production team of 'Pay the Writer' and adds her talent to this captivating show. Find out what her role is and how her involvement enhances the production.
Learn more about how Broadway star Brenda Braxton joins the production team of 'Pay the Writer' and adds her talent to this captivating show. Find out what her role is and how her involvement enhances the production.
Ron Canada, Marcia Cross, and Bryan Batt Will Lead PAY THE WRITER Off-Broadway
Pay the Writer, the world premiere of a new comedy-drama by New York Times Bestselling Author Tawni O’Dell, will open August 21, 2023 Off-Broadway at The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center.
Pay the Writer, the world premiere of a new comedy-drama by New York Times Bestselling Author Tawni O’Dell, will open August 21, 2023 Off-Broadway at The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center.
Jordan E. Cooper, Michael R. Jackson, Christine Toy Johnson & More Named to 2023-2024 Tony Awards Nominating Committee
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2023-2024 Broadway season.
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2023-2024 Broadway season.
Wake Up With BWW 8/16: Melissa Etheridge Off-Broadway, Erika Henningsen to Lead JOY, and More!
Top stories include full casting for the tour of Aladdin, Erika Henningsen will lead a new musical 'Joy' in New Jersey, and more! Plus, Nina West will return to the Hairspray tour, a new Melissa Etheridge one-woman musical is headed off-Broadway, and more!
Top stories include full casting for the tour of Aladdin, Erika Henningsen will lead a new musical 'Joy' in New Jersey, and more! Plus, Nina West will return to the Hairspray tour, a new Melissa Etheridge one-woman musical is headed off-Broadway, and more!
Photos: Lesli Margherita, Julie Kavanaugh and More Star In DAMES AT SEA At Bucks County Playhouse
A trio of Tony-nominated artists, Randy Skinner, Anna Louizos and David C. Woolard have recreated their work for the Broadway revival of “Dames at Sea,” for a production of the light-hearted, dance-centric musical at Bucks County Playhouse, running through September 11. See photos from the production.
A trio of Tony-nominated artists, Randy Skinner, Anna Louizos and David C. Woolard have recreated their work for the Broadway revival of “Dames at Sea,” for a production of the light-hearted, dance-centric musical at Bucks County Playhouse, running through September 11. See photos from the production.
Wake Up With BWW 7/26: Heidi Blickenstaff Will Lead JAGGED LITTLE PILL Tour, Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Will Return, and More!
Today's top stories include casting for the North American Tour of Jagged Little Pill, which will be led by Heidi Blickenstaff as Mary Jane Healy. Plus, Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish will return off-Broadway this Fall, get a sneak peek at Legally Blonde at the Muny, and more!
Today's top stories include casting for the North American Tour of Jagged Little Pill, which will be led by Heidi Blickenstaff as Mary Jane Healy. Plus, Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish will return off-Broadway this Fall, get a sneak peek at Legally Blonde at the Muny, and more!
Lesli Margherita and Daisy Wright to Star in Randy Skinner-Directed DAMES AT SEA at Bucks County Playhouse
A trio of Tony-nominated artists, Randy Skinner, Anna Louizos and David C. Woolard, will recreate their work for the Broadway revival of “Dames at Sea,” when the light-hearted, dance-centric musical debuts at Bucks County Playhouse, August 12 – September 11.
A trio of Tony-nominated artists, Randy Skinner, Anna Louizos and David C. Woolard, will recreate their work for the Broadway revival of “Dames at Sea,” when the light-hearted, dance-centric musical debuts at Bucks County Playhouse, August 12 – September 11.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has David C. Woolard been nominated for?
Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Heir Apparent, Notable Effects - Production Design, Costumes (The Hewes Awards) for The Orphans' Home Cycle, Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show and Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Who's Tommy.
What awards has David C. Woolard won?
David C. Woolard has won notable awards for his work in production design and costumes at The Hewes Awards. He received recognition for his work on The Orphans' Home Cycle and for Costume Design in The Rocky Horror Show.
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