Derek McLane
Latest News on Derek McLane:
JUST IN TIME Will Offer Signed Posters at the Circle in the Square Box Office This Week (Jan 27, 2025)
HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Launches National Tour At McCarter Theatre Center Tomorrow (Jan 23, 2025)
MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to the Lied Center in February (Jan 22, 2025)
JUST IN TIME Will Offer Signed Posters at the Circle in the Square Box Office This Week (Jan 27, 2025)
HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Launches National Tour At McCarter Theatre Center Tomorrow (Jan 23, 2025)
MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to the Lied Center in February (Jan 22, 2025)
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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Productions
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: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-20 10:46:23
Video: Steven Pasquale, Lesli Margherita, and More in NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-08 11:00:21
Video: MJ " Das Michael Jackson Musical: Benét Monteiro in der Titelrolle!
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-06 10:10:37
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: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Celebrates 5 Years on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-27 14:19:42
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! 5th Anniversary Performance Curtain Call Speech
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-26 06:42:58
Video/Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Michelle Williams & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-18 23:39:44
VIDEO: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Talk DEATH BECOMES HER on WGN9 Chicago
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-02 16:20:17
Photos/Video: First Look at THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - 2024-04-17 08:07:13
Video: Watch Corey Cott & More in THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Music Video
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-02-23 11:24:19
Video: Watch an All New Montage of PURLIE VICTORIOUS on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-12-28 14:04:02
Video: The Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Performs 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-12-14 09:19:17
VIDEO: Watch Derek Klena Perform 'Finale (Come What May)' from MOULIN ROUGE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-07-29 14:53:14
Video: MJ Celebrates One Year on Broadway, Kicking Off Black History Month
by Stephi Wild - 2023-02-01 07:41:23
Video: Derek McLane & Eila Mell Open Up About Their New Book, 'Designing Broadway'
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2022-12-16 11:40:35
Video: Watch ALMOST FAMOUS Cast Take Their First Broadway Bows
by Opening Night - 2022-10-04 05:17:27
News
JUST IN TIME Will Offer Signed Posters at the Circle in the Square Box Office This Week
In celebration of 1959, the year Bobby Darin released the album “That’s All”, the first 59 patrons to purchase tickets for Just in Time at the Circle in the Square Theatre box office on Thursday, January 30 at 1:00PM EST will receive a signed poster!
In celebration of 1959, the year Bobby Darin released the album “That’s All”, the first 59 patrons to purchase tickets for Just in Time at the Circle in the Square Theatre box office on Thursday, January 30 at 1:00PM EST will receive a signed poster!
HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Launches National Tour At McCarter Theatre Center Tomorrow
The National Tour of Here There Are Blueberries, the acclaimed Pulitzer Prize finalist play from Tectonic Theater Project by Tony and Emmy nominee Moisés Kaufman and Emmy nominee Amanda Gronich opens tomorrow night Friday, January 24 and runs through February 9 at McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton NJ.
The National Tour of Here There Are Blueberries, the acclaimed Pulitzer Prize finalist play from Tectonic Theater Project by Tony and Emmy nominee Moisés Kaufman and Emmy nominee Amanda Gronich opens tomorrow night Friday, January 24 and runs through February 9 at McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton NJ.
MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to the Lied Center in February
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical will play in Lincoln at the Lied Center for 16 performances.
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical will play in Lincoln at the Lied Center for 16 performances.
Erika Henningsen Completes Cast of JUST IN TIME, Led By Jonathan Groff
Erika Henningsen will return to Broadway in the world premiere of the new musical JUST IN TIME as “Sandra Dee.” The musical is led by Jonathan Groff and will begin performances in March.
Erika Henningsen will return to Broadway in the world premiere of the new musical JUST IN TIME as “Sandra Dee.” The musical is led by Jonathan Groff and will begin performances in March.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Comes to Austin in May
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL will come to Bass Concert Hall in May. Tickets will be available starting at 10 a.m. on Jan. 17. Learn more about the upcoming engagement here!
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL will come to Bass Concert Hall in May. Tickets will be available starting at 10 a.m. on Jan. 17. Learn more about the upcoming engagement here!
MJ THE MUSICAL Comes To Wharton Center In February
MJ the Musical, chronicling the life and career of Michael Jackson, will make its East Lansing premiere at Wharton Center on Tuesday, February 11, through Sunday, February 16.
MJ the Musical, chronicling the life and career of Michael Jackson, will make its East Lansing premiere at Wharton Center on Tuesday, February 11, through Sunday, February 16.
Gracie Lawrence & Emily Bergl Join Jonathan Groff in JUST IN TIME
JUST IN TIME, starring Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin, has found its supporting cast. Find out who will join the Tony winner in the new production along with additions to the show's design team
JUST IN TIME, starring Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin, has found its supporting cast. Find out who will join the Tony winner in the new production along with additions to the show's design team
DEATH BECOMES HER Cancels January 8 Performances Due to Illness
Death Becomes Her on Broadway has cancelled its January 8 performances due to illness in the company. Learn more about the upcoming performances in the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Death Becomes Her on Broadway has cancelled its January 8 performances due to illness in the company. Learn more about the upcoming performances in the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Listen: Hear the DEATH BECOMES HER Song That's Trending on TikTok
So tell me, Earnest, have you seen these viral Death Becomes Her TikToks? Performed by Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and Chistopher Sieber, the song is gaining traction on TikTok. Watch videos from Trisha Paytas, Scott Hoying, and more!
So tell me, Earnest, have you seen these viral Death Becomes Her TikToks? Performed by Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and Chistopher Sieber, the song is gaining traction on TikTok. Watch videos from Trisha Paytas, Scott Hoying, and more!
Review: Broadway Across Canada's Presentation of MJ THE MUSICAL at the National Arts Centre
What did our critic think of Broadway Across Canada's Presentation of MJ THE MUSICAL at the National Arts Centre?
What did our critic think of Broadway Across Canada's Presentation of MJ THE MUSICAL at the National Arts Centre?
Ivan Hernandez Replaces Brian Stokes Mitchell in La Jolla's 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN; Carmen Cusack & More Join Cast
Complete casting has been revealed for La Jolla Playhouse production of 3 Summers of Lincoln. Ivan Hernandez will play President Abraham Lincoln in its upcoming world premiere with book by Joe DiPietro; lyrics by Daniel J. Watts and Joe DiPietro; music by Crystal Monee Hall; choreography by Jon Rua and Daniel J. Watts; and directed by Christopher Ashley, the Rich Family Artistic Director of La Jolla Playhouse.
Complete casting has been revealed for La Jolla Playhouse production of 3 Summers of Lincoln. Ivan Hernandez will play President Abraham Lincoln in its upcoming world premiere with book by Joe DiPietro; lyrics by Daniel J. Watts and Joe DiPietro; music by Crystal Monee Hall; choreography by Jon Rua and Daniel J. Watts; and directed by Christopher Ashley, the Rich Family Artistic Director of La Jolla Playhouse.
Matilda Lawler & More to Star in THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH at Berkeley Rep
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Thing About Jellyfish, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Thing About Jellyfish, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For National Tour of HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES
The cast has been announced for the national tour of Tectonic Theater Project’s new play, Here There Are Blueberries. Learn more about the cast and find out where to catch the show here!
The cast has been announced for the national tour of Tectonic Theater Project’s new play, Here There Are Blueberries. Learn more about the cast and find out where to catch the show here!
MJ THE MUSICAL Comes To Jacksonville This April
Individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, MJ, are now on sale. MJ makes its Jacksonville premiere at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts April 22-27, 2025.
Individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, MJ, are now on sale. MJ makes its Jacksonville premiere at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts April 22-27, 2025.
Tickets For MJ at Marcus Performing Arts Center to go on Sale This Week
Individual tickets for the musical MJ at Marcus Performing Arts Center will go on sale starting this week. He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson's unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Milwaukee in MJ. Learn more.
Individual tickets for the musical MJ at Marcus Performing Arts Center will go on sale starting this week. He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson's unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Milwaukee in MJ. Learn more.
Jamaal Fields-Green To Join MJ THE MUSICAL West End This January
Jamaal Fields-Green will take over the role of ‘MJ’ in the smash hit London production of MJ The Musical.
Jamaal Fields-Green will take over the role of ‘MJ’ in the smash hit London production of MJ The Musical.
Andy Karl And Samantha Dodemaide To Join MOULIN ROUGE! On Broadway This January
Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway will welcome Olivier Award-winner and Tony Award nominee Andy Karl in the role of “The Duke of Monroth” and Samantha Dodemaide making her Broadway debut as 'Nini' beginning Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway will welcome Olivier Award-winner and Tony Award nominee Andy Karl in the role of “The Duke of Monroth” and Samantha Dodemaide making her Broadway debut as 'Nini' beginning Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
MJ THE MUSICAL Comes to Overture in June
Overture Center for the Arts has announced that individual tickets for MJ the Musical will go on sale this week. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
Overture Center for the Arts has announced that individual tickets for MJ the Musical will go on sale this week. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!
South Asian Dancers, Actors and Singers Sought For New Musical Comedy COME FALL IN LOVE - THE DDLJ MUSICAL
Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical will make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House next year. Producers are looking for South Asians to join the cast. Learn more here!
Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical will make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House next year. Producers are looking for South Asians to join the cast. Learn more here!
MJ Tour To Make Bass Performance Hall Debut in May
Tickets for MJ at Bass Performance Hall, will go on sale this month. The production is set to visit Bass Performance Hall in May. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets for MJ at Bass Performance Hall, will go on sale this month. The production is set to visit Bass Performance Hall in May. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
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 won several prestigious awards, including: - 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 (BroadwayWorld Awards) for How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying - Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Anything Goes - 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 The Voysey Inheritance - Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Intimate Apparel - Outstanding Set Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for I Am My Own Wife - Outstanding Set Design - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for East is East.
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