Derek McLane
Latest News on Derek McLane:
Photos: Cast & Creative Team of DEATH BECOMES HER Walk the Opening Night Purple Carpet (Nov 23, 2024)
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Opening Night Curtain Call (Nov 22, 2024)
Tickets on Sale Now for MJ at Barbara B. Mann PAH (Nov 22, 2024)
Photos: Cast & Creative Team of DEATH BECOMES HER Walk the Opening Night Purple Carpet (Nov 23, 2024)
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Opening Night Curtain Call (Nov 22, 2024)
Tickets on Sale Now for MJ at Barbara B. Mann PAH (Nov 22, 2024)
BIO
Derek McLane received a Drama Desk Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award Honour for his work on Moulin Rouge! The Musical. He has designed over 350 productions for Broadway, Off-Broadway, internationally and for TV. His over 40 credits include Burn This, The Parisian Woman, Anything Goes, The Price, Fully Committed, Beautiful, Ragtime, I Am My Own Wife and 33 Variations (Tony Award). He has designed the Academy Awards for six years (Emmy Award) and has designed four live musicals for NBC, including “Hairspray” (Emmy Award).
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play
Derek McLane, Purlie Victorious
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Derek McLane, Purlie Victorious
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Derek McLane, MJ The Musical
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Scenic Design for a Musical
Derek McLane, Moulin Rouge!
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLane, Moulin Rouge!
winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Derek McLane, Moulin Rouge!
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Derek McLane, A Soldier's Play
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Set Design for a Play
Derek McLane, Fully Committed
The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLane, Into the Woods
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Set Design
Derek McLane, Follies
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical)
Derek McLane, Nice Work If You Can Get It
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Scenic Design
Derek McLane, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Set Design
Derek McLane, Anything Goes
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Set Design
Derek McLane, Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Derek McLaneThe Lisbon Traviata
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Set Design
Derek McLane, Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Derek McLane, Anything Goes
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Set Design
Derek McLane, Ragtime
The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLaneA Lie of the Mind
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Derek McLane, Ragtime
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Set Design of a Play
Derek McLane, 33 Variations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Set Design
Derek McLane, 33 Variations
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2009 - Scenic Design
Derek McLane, 33 Variations
winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Derek McLane, 33 Variations
The Lortels - 2008 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLane, 1 Million Miles
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Set Design of a Musical
Derek McLane, 1 Million Miles
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Set Design
Derek McLane, The Voysey Inheritance
winner
The Lortels - 2007 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLane, The Voysey Inheritance
The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLaneAbigail's Party
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Derek McLane, The Pajama Game
winner
The Lortels - 2005 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLane, Intimate Apparel
The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Scenic Design
Derek McLane, I Am My Own Wife
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Set Designs - Play
Derek McLane, I Am My Own Wife
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Set Design - Play
Derek McLane, East is East
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Set Design - Play
Derek McLane, Misalliance
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Set Design - Play
Derek McLane, Present Laughter
Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Derek McLaneThe Doctor's Dilemma
Helen Hayes Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Derek McLaneMuch Ado About Nothing
Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Derek McLaneRichard III
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Derek McLaneTwelfth Night
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Derek McLaneTwelfth Night
Videos
Video: Steven Pasquale, Lesli Margherita, and More in NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - Aug 8, 2024
Video: MJ " Das Michael Jackson Musical: Benét Monteiro in der Titelrolle!
by Joshua Wright - Aug 6, 2024
Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jul 29, 2024
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! 5th Anniversary Performance Curtain Call Speech
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 26, 2024
Video/Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Michelle Williams & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Joshua Wright - May 18, 2024
VIDEO: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Talk DEATH BECOMES HER on WGN9 Chicago
by Joshua Wright - May 2, 2024
Video: Watch Corey Cott & More in THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Music Video
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 23, 2024
Video: The Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Performs 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town'
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Derek Klena Perform 'Finale (Come What May)' from MOULIN ROUGE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2023
Video: MJ Celebrates One Year on Broadway, Kicking Off Black History Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2023
Video: Derek McLane & Eila Mell Open Up About Their New Book, 'Designing Broadway'
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Dec 16, 2022
News
Photos: Cast & Creative Team of DEATH BECOMES HER Walk the Opening Night Purple Carpet
Check out photos of the cast and creative team of Death Becomes Her, including Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, Michelle Williams, and more, as they walk the opening night purple carpet here!
Check out photos of the cast and creative team of Death Becomes Her, including Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, Michelle Williams, and more, as they walk the opening night purple carpet here!
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Opening Night Curtain Call
DEATH BECOMES HER is officially open at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and more. Check out photos from the opening night curtain call here.
DEATH BECOMES HER is officially open at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and more. Check out photos from the opening night curtain call here.
Tickets on Sale Now for MJ at Barbara B. Mann PAH
Individual tickets for MJ at Barbara B. Mann PAH at FSW are on sale now! Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Fort Myers in MJ, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical. Learn more.
Individual tickets for MJ at Barbara B. Mann PAH at FSW are on sale now! Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Fort Myers in MJ, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical. Learn more.
MJ THE MUSICAL Comes To South Florida in 2025
The Arsht Center, Broward Center, and Broadway Across America have announced that individual tickets for MJ The Musical will go on sale this week. Learn more here!
The Arsht Center, Broward Center, and Broadway Across America have announced that individual tickets for MJ The Musical will go on sale this week. Learn more here!
Review Roundup: DEATH BECOMES HER Opens On Broadway Starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard
DEATH BECOMES HER comes to life on Broadway tonight as it celebrates its opening at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Grammy Award winner Michelle Williams. Did the critics fall under the spell of Broadway's most glamourous new musical? Find out below!
DEATH BECOMES HER comes to life on Broadway tonight as it celebrates its opening at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Grammy Award winner Michelle Williams. Did the critics fall under the spell of Broadway's most glamourous new musical? Find out below!
Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Old National Centre On Sale Tomorrow
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Indianapolis at Old National Centre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Indianapolis at Old National Centre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
DEATH BECOMES HER Extends Run Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night
Ahead of tonight's opening night for Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, the production has announced a new block of tickets on sale. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Ahead of tonight's opening night for Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, the production has announced a new block of tickets on sale. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
MJ THE MUSICAL Premiere Hartford Engagement Begins At The Bushnell In December
Jamaal Fields-Green, a University of Hartford alum, will star in the title role of MJ THE MUSICAL at The Bushnell in Hartford, with performances starting December 10. Tickets are now available.
Jamaal Fields-Green, a University of Hartford alum, will star in the title role of MJ THE MUSICAL at The Bushnell in Hartford, with performances starting December 10. Tickets are now available.
Review Roundup: BABE Starring Marisa Tomei Opens At The Pershing Square Signature Center
The New Group production Babe is officially open at The Pershing Square Signature Center. The production of the play from Jessica Goldberg, features Arliss Howard, Gracie McGraw and Marisa Tomei, in a production directed by Scott Elliott and featuring original music by BETTY. Read the reviews below.
The New Group production Babe is officially open at The Pershing Square Signature Center. The production of the play from Jessica Goldberg, features Arliss Howard, Gracie McGraw and Marisa Tomei, in a production directed by Scott Elliott and featuring original music by BETTY. Read the reviews below.
Video: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
Get a first look at footage of Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at footage of Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
BETTY Will Take Part in Talkback and Performance at BABE at The Pershing Square Signature Center
The New Group production Babe will welcome the band BETTY for a special post-show talkback and LIVE MUSIC concert following the 7:00PM performance on Tuesday, December 3.
The New Group production Babe will welcome the band BETTY for a special post-show talkback and LIVE MUSIC concert following the 7:00PM performance on Tuesday, December 3.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
What did our critic think of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre?
What did our critic think of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre?
MOULIN ROUGE! On Sale This Friday At Kravis Center
Single tickets for the acclaimed musical MOULIN ROUGE will be available at the Kravis Center starting Friday, November 22.
Single tickets for the acclaimed musical MOULIN ROUGE will be available at the Kravis Center starting Friday, November 22.
Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
Get a first look at Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Revealed for Australian Production of MJ THE MUSICAL
Australian producer Michael Cassel, alongside original Broadway producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, and John McClain, have announced the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical MJ, set to make its Australian debut at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in 2025.
Australian producer Michael Cassel, alongside original Broadway producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, and John McClain, have announced the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical MJ, set to make its Australian debut at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in 2025.
Photos: MOULIN ROUGE! Welcomes Arianna Rosario and More To Its National Tour
The new North American tour cast of Moulin Rouge! is carting its kickline across the nation! Get a first look at the newest crop of bohemians to hit the road in the iconic jukebox love story in new photos below!
The new North American tour cast of Moulin Rouge! is carting its kickline across the nation! Get a first look at the newest crop of bohemians to hit the road in the iconic jukebox love story in new photos below!
Robert Petkoff to Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL on Broadway
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Broadway veteran Robert Petkoff in the role of 'Harold Zidler' beginning this month. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Broadway veteran Robert Petkoff in the role of 'Harold Zidler' beginning this month. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast
The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.
The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.
Video: Kandi Burruss Shares Why She Joined OTHELLO as a Producer
Following producing duties in The Piano Lesson and The Wiz, multi-hyphenate Kandi Burruss is taking on Shakespeare. Along with her husband Todd Tucker, the performer is lending her producing skills to Broadway's upcoming revival of Othello starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Watch her discuss the project on Live with Kelly and Mark!
Following producing duties in The Piano Lesson and The Wiz, multi-hyphenate Kandi Burruss is taking on Shakespeare. Along with her husband Todd Tucker, the performer is lending her producing skills to Broadway's upcoming revival of Othello starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Watch her discuss the project on Live with Kelly and Mark!
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at The Fisher
MJ, the Musical thrills audiences with the story of he Man in the Mirror, Michael Jackson. The show portrays his experience while preparing for his record-breaking tour, The Dangerous World Tour in 1992.
MJ, the Musical thrills audiences with the story of he Man in the Mirror, Michael Jackson. The show portrays his experience while preparing for his record-breaking tour, The Dangerous World Tour in 1992.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Derek McLane been nominated for?
Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Purlie Victorious, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Purlie Victorious, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for MJ The Musical, Outstanding Scenic Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Outstanding Scenic Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Soldier's Play, Outstanding Set Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Fully Committed, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Into the Woods, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Follies, Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It, Best Scenic Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Lisbon Traviata, Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Ragtime , Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for A Lie of the Mind, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Ragtime, Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for 33 Variations, Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for 33 Variations, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for 33 Variations, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for 33 Variations, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for 10 Million Miles, Outstanding Set Design of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for 10 Million Miles, Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Voysey Inheritance , Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Voysey Inheritance, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Abigail's Party, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Pajama Game, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Intimate Apparel, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for I Am My Own Wife, Outstanding Set Designs - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for I Am My Own Wife, Outstanding Set Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for East is East, Outstanding Set Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Misalliance, Outstanding Set Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Present Laughter, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Doctor's Dilemma, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Much Ado About Nothing, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Twelfth Night and Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Twelfth Night .
What awards has Derek McLane won?
Derek McLane has received several prestigious awards for his work in scenic design, including: - Outstanding Scenic Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Moulin Rouge! - Outstanding Scenic Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Moulin Rouge! - Best Scenic Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Moulin Rouge! - Best Scenic Design at the BroadwayWorld Awards for How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying - Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Anything Goes - Scenic Design at The Hewes Awards for 33 Variations - Best Scenic Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for 33 Variations - Outstanding Scenic Design at The Lortels for The Voysey Inheritance - Outstanding Scenic Design at The Lortels for Intimate Apparel - Outstanding Set Designs - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for I Am My Own Wife - Outstanding Set Design - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for East is East.
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