Es Devlin
Latest News on Es Devlin:
National Theatre's DEAR ENGLAND Will Embark on UK Tour (Feb 18, 2025)
The National Theatre's DEAR ENGLAND To Play Milton Keynes Theatre In 2026 (Feb 18, 2025)
MIT Presents Miguel Zenón's Boston Area Premiere Of GOLDEN CITY In March (Feb 7, 2025)
National Theatre's DEAR ENGLAND Will Embark on UK Tour (Feb 18, 2025)
The National Theatre's DEAR ENGLAND To Play Milton Keynes Theatre In 2026 (Feb 18, 2025)
MIT Presents Miguel Zenón's Boston Area Premiere Of GOLDEN CITY In March (Feb 7, 2025)
BIO
ES DEVLIN IS AN ARTIST AND DESIGNER.
SHE IS KNOWN FOR CREATING LARGE-SCALE PERFORMATIVE SCULPTURES AND ENVIRONMENTS THAT FUSE MUSIC, LANGUAGE AND LIGHT.
MEMORY PALACE (PITZHANGER MANOR, LONDON 2019) MAPPED A HISTORY OF SHIFTS IN HUMAN PERSPECTIVE OVER 73 MILLENNIA.
MIRRORMAZE (PECKHAM, LONDON 2016), EXPLORED IDENTITY THROUGH REFLECTIVE LABYRINTHINE GEOMETRIES.
HER FLUORESCENT RED FIFTH LION ROARED AI-GENERATED COLLECTIVE POETRY TO CROWDS IN LONDON’S TRAFALGAR SQUARE IN SEPTEMBER 2018.
SINGING TREE, A COLLECTIVE CHORAL INSTALLATION AT THE V&A, LONDON MERGED MACHINE-LEARNING WITH SOUND AND LIGHT IN 2017;
DEVLIN COLLABORATED WITH THEORETICAL PHYSICIST CARLO ROVELLI ON AN INTERPRETATION OF THE ORDER OF TIMEREAD BY BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH IN 2018.
SHE HAS CONCEIVED STAGE SCULPTURES WITH BEYONCÉ, BILLIE EILISH, THE WEEKND AND U2 AS WELL AS TWO DECADES OF OPERA, DRAMA AND DANCE WORLDWIDE.
HER PRACTICE WAS THE SUBJECT OF THE NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY SERIES ABSTRACT: THE ART OF DESIGN, AND SHE HAS BEEN NAMED ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF THE 2020 LONDON DESIGN BIENNALE.
DEVLIN HAS BEEN AWARDED THE LONDON DESIGN MEDAL, THREE OLIVIER AWARDS, A UNIVERSITY OF KENT DOCTORATE AND A UAL FELLOWSHIP. SHE HAS BEEN NAMED RSA ROYAL DESIGNER FOR INDUSTRY AND WAS MADE OBE IN 2015.
DEVLIN SPOKE AT TED2019 ON SCULPTING MUSIC, TRANSIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. HER TALK CAN BE VIEWED HERE.
SHE DESIGNED THE LONDON OLYMPIC CLOSING CEREMONY IN 2012, THE OPENING CEREMONY OF THE 2016 RIO OLYMPIC GAMES, AND IS DESIGNING THE UK PAVILION AT EXPO 2021 DUBAI. THE POEMPAVILION WILL CONTINUE THE WORK IN AI-GENERATED COLLECTIVE POETRY FIRST CONCEIVED WITH HANS ULRICH OBRIST AT THE SERPENTINE GALLERY IN LONDON IN 2017.
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play
Es Devlin, The Hunt
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical)
Es Devlin, The Lehman Trilogy
winner
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Es Devlin, The Lehman Trilogy
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Set Design of a Play
Es Devlin, Girls & Boys
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Set Design for a Musical
Es Devlin, American Psycho
Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Set Design
Es DevlinHamlet
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Es Devlin, American Psycho
winner
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Set Design
Es DevlinThe Nether
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2014 - Best Design
Es DevlinAmerican Psycho
winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Set Design
Es DevlinChimerica
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical)
Es Devlin, Machinal
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Scenic Design of a Play
Es Devlin, Machinal
Evening Standard Awards - 2013 - Best Design
Es DevlinChimerica
winner
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Costume Design
Es DevlinThe Dog In The Manger
Videos
Video: Cast Members Talk THE LEHMAN TRILOGY on KPIX CBS News Bay Area
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-06-08 15:29:06
Video: Get A First Look at Mozart's DON GIOVANNI at the Canadian Opera Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-02 14:54:56
Video: Watch an All-New Trailer For DEAR ENGLAND at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2023-09-26 05:40:52
Video: First Look at an All-New Trailer For THE CRUCIBLE in the West End
by Stephi Wild - 2023-07-18 07:02:23
VIDEO: Netflix's Debuts Trailer + Key Art for New Docuseries ABSTRACT: THE ART OF DESIGN
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-01-18 09:40:06
VIDEO: Bartlett Sher Directs Verdi's 'Otello' on PBS' GREAT PERFORMANCES Today
by TV News Desk - 2016-02-21 00:30:00
VIDEO: First Look - Bartlett Sher Directs Verdi's 'Otello' on PBS' GREAT PERFORMANCES, 2/21
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-02-12 14:05:00
STAGE TUBE: Watch First Trailer for Cumberbatch-Led HAMLET, to be Released in Cinemas Worldwide
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-09-26 09:31:29
VIDEO: Benedict Cumberbatch Urges Fans to Not Record HAMLET Performances
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-08-09 09:39:03
TV: In Rehearsal with Rebecca Hall and the Cast of MACHINAL- Meet the Company!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-11-27 09:18:52
News
National Theatre's DEAR ENGLAND Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The National Theatre has announced a tour of its production, Dear England. Dear England tells the story of Gareth Southgate's revolutionary tenure as England manager in this gripping examination of nation and game.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The National Theatre has announced a tour of its production, Dear England. Dear England tells the story of Gareth Southgate's revolutionary tenure as England manager in this gripping examination of nation and game.
The National Theatre's DEAR ENGLAND To Play Milton Keynes Theatre In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025
The National Theatre has announced a highly anticipated tour of its smash-hit production, Dear England. The Olivier Award-winning ‘Best New Play' will visit Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 20 - Sat 24 Jan 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025
The National Theatre has announced a highly anticipated tour of its smash-hit production, Dear England. The Olivier Award-winning ‘Best New Play' will visit Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 20 - Sat 24 Jan 2026.
MIT Presents Miguel Zenón's Boston Area Premiere Of GOLDEN CITY In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025
MIT will present the Boston-area premiere of Golden City, Grammy Award-winning alto saxophonist/composer and MIT faculty member Miguel Zenón's powerful suite for large ensemble.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025
MIT will present the Boston-area premiere of Golden City, Grammy Award-winning alto saxophonist/composer and MIT faculty member Miguel Zenón's powerful suite for large ensemble.
Additional Cast Set For Return of DEAR ENGLAND
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025
The National Theatre has announced further casting for its highly anticipated return of James Graham's smash-hit production of Dear England as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025
The National Theatre has announced further casting for its highly anticipated return of James Graham's smash-hit production of Dear England as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.
PRIMA FACIE, MACBETH, And More National Theatre Live Screenings Announced At Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced National Theatre Live screenings coming to Harman Hall this February. Kicking off the month of screenings is The Donmar Warehouse production of Macbeth: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced National Theatre Live screenings coming to Harman Hall this February. Kicking off the month of screenings is The Donmar Warehouse production of Macbeth: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo.
Gwilym Lee Joins Cast of DEAR ENGLAND
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The National Theatre has announced that Gwilym Lee will play former England manager Gareth Southgate in the return of James Graham’s production of Dear England at the Olivier Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The National Theatre has announced that Gwilym Lee will play former England manager Gareth Southgate in the return of James Graham’s production of Dear England at the Olivier Theatre.
Nancy Carroll, Jared Harris, and More Will Lead The RSC's HAMLET
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced further casting for Hamlet, directed by the multi award-winning Rupert Goold and running in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre from Saturday 8 February – Saturday 29 March 2025, with press night on Tuesday 18 February 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced further casting for Hamlet, directed by the multi award-winning Rupert Goold and running in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre from Saturday 8 February – Saturday 29 March 2025, with press night on Tuesday 18 February 2025.
Review Roundup: Did THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Dazzle the West End Again?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 10, 2024
The landmark National Theatre and Neal Street production of The Lehman Trilogy, directed by Academy Award, Tony Award, and Golden Globe winner Sam Mendes, has returned to the Gillian Lynne Theatre for a strictly limited encore season this autumn. Hailed by The New York Times as 'a genuinely epic production', The Lehman Trilogy is a sweeping story of a family spanning generations and a company that changed the world.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 10, 2024
The landmark National Theatre and Neal Street production of The Lehman Trilogy, directed by Academy Award, Tony Award, and Golden Globe winner Sam Mendes, has returned to the Gillian Lynne Theatre for a strictly limited encore season this autumn. Hailed by The New York Times as 'a genuinely epic production', The Lehman Trilogy is a sweeping story of a family spanning generations and a company that changed the world.
Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY, Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 10, 2024
One of my biggest bugbears in theatre is a production that remains on stage well past its welcome. Overlong and flabby shows do neither the audience nor the show itself any favours. It is therefore a huge endorsement for me to state that a production of nearly three and a half hours really is worth every second of your time.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 10, 2024
One of my biggest bugbears in theatre is a production that remains on stage well past its welcome. Overlong and flabby shows do neither the audience nor the show itself any favours. It is therefore a huge endorsement for me to state that a production of nearly three and a half hours really is worth every second of your time.
Photos: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Returns to London at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
The National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy has returned to London. Check out all new photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
The National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy has returned to London. Check out all new photos here!
Review Roundup: CORIOLANUS at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Coriolanus at the National Theatre. Read the reviews for the production, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner and starring David Oyelowo, and learn more about the show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Coriolanus at the National Theatre. Read the reviews for the production, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner and starring David Oyelowo, and learn more about the show.
Review: CORIOLANUS, National Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - Sep 25, 2024
Confluences of history weave together in Lyndsey Turner’s pulsating new production
by Alexander Cohen - Sep 25, 2024
Confluences of history weave together in Lyndsey Turner’s pulsating new production
Photos: First Look At David Oyelowo And More In CORIOLANUS At The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2024
The National Theatre has released production photos for Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, The Crucible) and featuring David Oyelowo (Selma, Lawmen: Bass Reeves) in the titular role, ahead of Press Night on Tuesday 24 September.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2024
The National Theatre has released production photos for Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, The Crucible) and featuring David Oyelowo (Selma, Lawmen: Bass Reeves) in the titular role, ahead of Press Night on Tuesday 24 September.
Cast Set For the West End Return of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
Full casting has been announced for the five-time Tony Award winning production of The Lehman Trilogy which returns to London's West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
Full casting has been announced for the five-time Tony Award winning production of The Lehman Trilogy which returns to London's West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
Photos: CORIOLANUS in Rehearsals at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2024
The National Theatre has released a first look from the rehearsal room of its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2024
The National Theatre has released a first look from the rehearsal room of its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus. Check out the photos here!
Cast Set For The National Theatre's CORIOLANUS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, The Crucible) and featuring David Oyelowo (Selma, Lawmen: Bass Reeves) in the titular role, as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, directed by National Theatre Associate Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, The Crucible) and featuring David Oyelowo (Selma, Lawmen: Bass Reeves) in the titular role, as rehearsals begin on the South Bank.
Rialto Chatter: Could THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE Transfer to Broadway This Spring?
by Rialto Chatter - Jun 22, 2024
Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue, which ran at The National Theatre and then in the West End, is hoping to transfer to 'a Shubert theater this spring,' says Baz Bamigboye for Deadline.
by Rialto Chatter - Jun 22, 2024
Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue, which ran at The National Theatre and then in the West End, is hoping to transfer to 'a Shubert theater this spring,' says Baz Bamigboye for Deadline.
THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Will Return to the West End in September
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2024
The National Theatre's critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy will return to London’s West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2024
The National Theatre's critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy will return to London’s West End following highly acclaimed international performances.
2024 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2024
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2024
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
Video: Cast Members Talk THE LEHMAN TRILOGY on KPIX CBS News Bay Area
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 8, 2024
Aaron Krohn, Howard W. Overshown, and John Heffernan stopped by CBS to discuss The Lehman Trilogy, running at A.C.T. through June 23rd. Watch the interview here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 8, 2024
Aaron Krohn, Howard W. Overshown, and John Heffernan stopped by CBS to discuss The Lehman Trilogy, running at A.C.T. through June 23rd. Watch the interview here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Es Devlin been nominated for?
Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Hunt, Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lehman Trilogy, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Lehman Trilogy, Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Girls & Boys, Outstanding Set Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for American Psycho, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for Hamlet, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for American Psycho, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for The Nether, Best Design (Evening Standard Awards) for American Psycho, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for Chimerica, Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Machinal, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Machinal, Best Design (Evening Standard Awards) for Chimerica and Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for The Dog In The Manger.
What awards has Es Devlin won?
Es Devlin has won several prestigious awards, including Best Scenic Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for The Lehman Trilogy. She received the award for Best Set Design at the Olivier Awards for The Nether. Additionally, she won Best Design at the Evening Standard Awards for American Psycho. Es Devlin has also been recognized with the Best Set Design award at the Olivier Awards for Chimerica, and she won Best Costume Design at the Olivier Awards for The Dog In The Manger.
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