Eiko Ishioka
Latest News on Eiko Ishioka:
Wait in the Wings Announces New Documentaries and Online Theater Archive (May 27, 2026)
Interview: Hiro Iida, an Electronic Music Designer Making Waves Worldwide (Apr 13, 2024)
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films (Jan 21, 2024)
Wait in the Wings Announces New Documentaries and Online Theater Archive (May 27, 2026)
Interview: Hiro Iida, an Electronic Music Designer Making Waves Worldwide (Apr 13, 2024)
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films (Jan 21, 2024)
BIO
Eiko Ishioka is a multidisciplinary designer whose internationally acclaimed work has made her one of the premiere visual artists in contemporary world culture. Her awards include an Academy Award® for costume design for Francis Ford Coppola's film Bram Stoker's Dracula, the Award for Artistic Contribution at the Cannes Film Festival for her production design of the film Mishima, Outer Critic Circle nominations and Tony® nominations for the sets and costumes of the Broadway play M. Butterfly, and a Grammy Award® for the artwork of Miles Davis' album Tutu. She directed a music video for the singer Björk and designed costumes for Cirque du Soleil's Varekai (Drama Desk nomination). Most recently, Ishioka was the director of costume design for the Opening Ceremonies of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China.
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical)
Eiko Ishioka, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Costume Design of a Musical
Eiko Ishioka, Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Costume Design
Eiko IshiokaCirque du Soleil: Varekai
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Costume Design
Eiko Ishioka, M Butterfly
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Set Design
Eiko Ishioka, M Butterfly
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1988 - Costume and Scenic Design
Eiko IshiokaM Butterfly
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Costume Design
Eiko Ishioka, M. Butterfly
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Scenic Design
Eiko Ishioka , M. Butterfly
Videos
VIDEO: On This Day, June 14- SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Opens On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-06-14 16:17:45
TV: Bono & The Edge Celebrate 1000 Broadway Performances with SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Cast!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-05-31 10:32:12
TV: Remembering Oscar Nominee and SPIDER-MAN Costume Designer Eiko Ishioka
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-02-22 13:43:29
TV: Robert Cuccioli Talks Becoming SPIDER-MAN's 'Green Goblin'
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2012-08-06 17:40:18
STAGE TUBE: Sesame Street Takes on SPIDER-MAN with SPIDERMONSTER!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-06-13 17:32:03
TV First Look: SPIDER-MAN on Broadway Extended Video Preview!
by Robert Diamond - 2011-06-11 10:26:11
STAGE TUBE: U2 Previews SPIDER-MAN's 'Boy Falls From the Sky' on Tour!
by Jessica Lewis - 2010-10-04 14:35:55
STAGE TUBE: Bono, The Edge, Taymor & Carney Talk Spider-Man on GMA
by Robert Diamond - 2010-09-10 11:25:33
STAGE TUBE: Michael Riedel Talks SPIDER-MAN on Theater Talk, Season Preview
by Jessica Lewis - 2010-01-21 14:18:46
News
Wait in the Wings Announces New Documentaries and Online Theater Archive
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2026
Wait in the Wings has just announced upcoming projects, including a deep-dive on the impact of AIDS theater (examining the legacy of Larry Kramer and the three plays that commented on the AIDS epidemic at its peak), an exploration of Eiko Ishioka’s costumes for Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark, a detailing of the journey of Raggedy Ann The Musical (in collaboration with RARE Theatrical), and a long-anticipated documentary on the legendary Dance of the Vampires.
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2026
Wait in the Wings has just announced upcoming projects, including a deep-dive on the impact of AIDS theater (examining the legacy of Larry Kramer and the three plays that commented on the AIDS epidemic at its peak), an exploration of Eiko Ishioka’s costumes for Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark, a detailing of the journey of Raggedy Ann The Musical (in collaboration with RARE Theatrical), and a long-anticipated documentary on the legendary Dance of the Vampires.
Interview: Hiro Iida, an Electronic Music Designer Making Waves Worldwide
by Ayaka Ozaki - Apr 13, 2024
Hiro Iida: Known as an electronic music designer making waves worldwide, he's a sound craftsman designing the sound of musicals. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, he has won two Grammy Awards. Some of his notable works include 'The Notebook THE MUSICAL,' 'THE GREAT GATSBY,' 'Kimberly Akimbo,' 'Tootsie' on Broadway, 'MJ THE MUSICAL,' 'Mean Girls' in the UK, 'The Man Who Laughs,' 'Mata Hari,' and 'XCALIBUR' in Korea, as well as 'DEATH NOTE THE MUSICAL,' 'Musical IKIRU,' and 'Your Lie in April' in Japan. He has also provided music to notable figures like Akiko Yano.
by Ayaka Ozaki - Apr 13, 2024
Hiro Iida: Known as an electronic music designer making waves worldwide, he's a sound craftsman designing the sound of musicals. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, he has won two Grammy Awards. Some of his notable works include 'The Notebook THE MUSICAL,' 'THE GREAT GATSBY,' 'Kimberly Akimbo,' 'Tootsie' on Broadway, 'MJ THE MUSICAL,' 'Mean Girls' in the UK, 'The Man Who Laughs,' 'Mata Hari,' and 'XCALIBUR' in Korea, as well as 'DEATH NOTE THE MUSICAL,' 'Musical IKIRU,' and 'Your Lie in April' in Japan. He has also provided music to notable figures like Akiko Yano.
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024
Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024
Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.
George Santos Falsely Claimed He Produced Broadway's Biggest Financial Flop
by Team BWW - Feb 3, 2023
During his run for Congress in 2021, Santos reportedly claimed to potential donors he was a producer on the musical Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark.
by Team BWW - Feb 3, 2023
During his run for Congress in 2021, Santos reportedly claimed to potential donors he was a producer on the musical Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark.
The Academy Museum to Celebrate First Anniversary With THE WIZ Screening
by Michael Major - Sep 27, 2022
Director Sidney Lumet followed a string of Oscar®-winning 1970s classics with this lavish adaptation of the popular Broadway musical The Wiz, noted for its lively score and all-Black cast. The Academy Museum’s first anniversary screening of The Wiz will feature live dance performances by the Debbie Allen Dance Studio youth performers.
by Michael Major - Sep 27, 2022
Director Sidney Lumet followed a string of Oscar®-winning 1970s classics with this lavish adaptation of the popular Broadway musical The Wiz, noted for its lively score and all-Black cast. The Academy Museum’s first anniversary screening of The Wiz will feature live dance performances by the Debbie Allen Dance Studio youth performers.
VIDEO: On This Day, June 14- SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021
On this day in 2011, the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, celebrated its opening night!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021
On this day in 2011, the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, celebrated its opening night!
VIDEO: On This Day, June 14- SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Opens On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2019
On this day in 2011, the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, celebrated its opening night!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2019
On this day in 2011, the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, celebrated its opening night!
MARVEL Co-Creator Stan Lee Has Died at 95
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 12, 2018
Stan Lee, the legendary comic book writer, editor, actor, producer and publisher, has passed away at the age of 95.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 12, 2018
Stan Lee, the legendary comic book writer, editor, actor, producer and publisher, has passed away at the age of 95.
VIDEO: On This Day, June 14- SPIDER-MAN Swings Onto Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2018
On this day in 2011, the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, finally celebrated its opening night, following the longest preview period in Broadway history.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2018
On this day in 2011, the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, finally celebrated its opening night, following the longest preview period in Broadway history.
BWW Interview: Tony Nominee Clint Ramos Talks Designing Sets & Costumes for ECLIPSED
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 3, 2016
Today, the talented designer speaks exclusively with BWW about the unique challenges and innovations involved in designing both costumes and sets for Danai Gurira's Tony nominated play.
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 3, 2016
Today, the talented designer speaks exclusively with BWW about the unique challenges and innovations involved in designing both costumes and sets for Danai Gurira's Tony nominated play.
Playwright Glen Berger Talks SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK on Geek's Guide to the Galaxy Podcast
by Sally Henry Fuller - Feb 1, 2015
When Glen Berger signed on to write the script for a musical adaptation of SPIDER-MAN, alongside director Julie Taymor and music team Bono and the Edge, Berger thought he was about to have a mega-hit on his hands. But as he shares on a recent episode of Geek's Guide to the Galaxy, it was not to be. Click here to listen to the full interview!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Feb 1, 2015
When Glen Berger signed on to write the script for a musical adaptation of SPIDER-MAN, alongside director Julie Taymor and music team Bono and the Edge, Berger thought he was about to have a mega-hit on his hands. But as he shares on a recent episode of Geek's Guide to the Galaxy, it was not to be. Click here to listen to the full interview!
Michael Cohl Reveals SPIDER-MAN Arena Tour in the Works for 2015-16
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 25, 2014
In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark producer Michael Cohl revealed that the show will n fact not be opening in Las Vegas. Instead an arena tour is in the works for 'late 2015 or winter 2016.' He told WSJ: "I think Spider-man is a pop culture rock show that was meant to be in arenas." When asked about the recently cancelled Jesus Christ Superstar arena tour, another project with which he was affiliated, Cohl commented: "It was a disaster. Ticket sales were terrible."
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 25, 2014
In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark producer Michael Cohl revealed that the show will n fact not be opening in Las Vegas. Instead an arena tour is in the works for 'late 2015 or winter 2016.' He told WSJ: "I think Spider-man is a pop culture rock show that was meant to be in arenas." When asked about the recently cancelled Jesus Christ Superstar arena tour, another project with which he was affiliated, Cohl commented: "It was a disaster. Ticket sales were terrible."
Injured SPIDER-MAN Actor Daniel Curry Talks Accident, Lawsuit and More: 'I Thought, Am I Going to Die?'
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2014
More has come to light on the SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK saga involving injured dancer Daniel Curry, as the performer has opened up about the experience and the resulting lawsuit in an interview with The New York Times.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2014
More has come to light on the SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK saga involving injured dancer Daniel Curry, as the performer has opened up about the experience and the resulting lawsuit in an interview with The New York Times.
PTC to Stage MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, 2/21-3/8
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 7, 2014
Pioneer Theatre Company presents the charming Shakespearean comedy Much Ado About Nothing, February 21 through March 8, 2014.
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 7, 2014
Pioneer Theatre Company presents the charming Shakespearean comedy Much Ado About Nothing, February 21 through March 8, 2014.
Injured SPIDER-MAN Actor Daniel Curry Suing Show's Producers
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2014
SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK might have closed on Broadway, but its drama continues. The New York Times reports that Daniel Curry, who was injured in August while performing in the musical, filed a lawsuit this week against the show's producers, engineering consultants and others, pointing to the "negligence in the design and operation of a mechanical lift that Mr. Curry was using onstage when he was hurt."
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2014
SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK might have closed on Broadway, but its drama continues. The New York Times reports that Daniel Curry, who was injured in August while performing in the musical, filed a lawsuit this week against the show's producers, engineering consultants and others, pointing to the "negligence in the design and operation of a mechanical lift that Mr. Curry was using onstage when he was hurt."
Photo Coverage: SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Takes Final Flight on Broadway; Inside Closing Night Curtain Call!
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 5, 2014
SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, played its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre yesterday, Jan. 4, 2014, after being seen by approximately two million fans, and 1,268 performances. Since it began previews on November 28, 2010, and even before they bagan, the show's high and lows were in the news, making it one of the most talked about shows in theater history. Last night, BWW was on the scene to capture Spidey's final moments on the Great White Way - check out photos from the show's last curtain call below!
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 5, 2014
SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, played its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre yesterday, Jan. 4, 2014, after being seen by approximately two million fans, and 1,268 performances. Since it began previews on November 28, 2010, and even before they bagan, the show's high and lows were in the news, making it one of the most talked about shows in theater history. Last night, BWW was on the scene to capture Spidey's final moments on the Great White Way - check out photos from the show's last curtain call below!
Reeve Carney's SPIDER-MAN Costume to Display at National Museum of American History
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2014
SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark announced today that the Smithsonian Institution is inducting the Spider-Man costume worn by its original star, Reeve Carney, into the permanent collection of its National Museum of American History in Washington D.C. This honor coincides with the production's final performance on Broadway, taking place on Saturday, January 4, 2014, before the production moves to Las Vegas.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2014
SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark announced today that the Smithsonian Institution is inducting the Spider-Man costume worn by its original star, Reeve Carney, into the permanent collection of its National Museum of American History in Washington D.C. This honor coincides with the production's final performance on Broadway, taking place on Saturday, January 4, 2014, before the production moves to Las Vegas.
Joe Allen Makes Statement on SPIDER-MAN Appearance on Flop Wall
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 30, 2013
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, will play its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre on January 4, 2014. Since the announcement, there has been speculation as to whether the show, which ran for 3 years on Broadway, will make it to the infamous wall of flops at Joe Allen (326 West 46th Street).
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 30, 2013
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, will play its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre on January 4, 2014. Since the announcement, there has been speculation as to whether the show, which ran for 3 years on Broadway, will make it to the infamous wall of flops at Joe Allen (326 West 46th Street).
Empire State Building to Honor SPIDER-MAN's Final Performance?
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 24, 2013
Page Six reports that Spidey producers have put in an official request, asking that the Empire State Building light up in red and blue in honor of the show's final performance on January 4th.
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 24, 2013
Page Six reports that Spidey producers have put in an official request, asking that the Empire State Building light up in red and blue in honor of the show's final performance on January 4th.
SPIDER-MAN to Open at Steve Wynn's Encore Theatre in Las Vegas?
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2013
Now according to the Las Vegas Sun, Wynn is making space for the musical at the Encore Theatre. Robin Leach writes: 'I can safely confirm Steve's "very serious interest" in moving the high-flying spectacular to open in his Encore Theater in a year, but nothing is apparently yet signed and sealed. He's prepared to financially back its revamped version, adding incredible, stunning Las Vegas elements to the extravaganza.'
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2013
Now according to the Las Vegas Sun, Wynn is making space for the musical at the Encore Theatre. Robin Leach writes: 'I can safely confirm Steve's "very serious interest" in moving the high-flying spectacular to open in his Encore Theater in a year, but nothing is apparently yet signed and sealed. He's prepared to financially back its revamped version, adding incredible, stunning Las Vegas elements to the extravaganza.'
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Eiko Ishioka been nominated for?
Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, Best Costume Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Cirque du Soleil: Varekai, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for M Butterfly, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for M Butterfly, Costume and Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for M Butterfly, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for M. Butterfly and Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for M. Butterfly.
What awards has Eiko Ishioka won?
Eiko Ishioka has won several awards for her work, including the Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Cirque du Soleil: Varekai and the Costume and Scenic Design at The Hewes Awards for M Butterfly.
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