Es Devlin
Latest News on Es Devlin:
Gwilym Lee Joins Cast of DEAR ENGLAND (Dec 18, 2024)
Nancy Carroll, Jared Harris, and More Will Lead The RSC's HAMLET (Oct 31, 2024)
Review Roundup: Did THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Dazzle the West End Again? (Oct 10, 2024)
Gwilym Lee Joins Cast of DEAR ENGLAND (Dec 18, 2024)
Nancy Carroll, Jared Harris, and More Will Lead The RSC's HAMLET (Oct 31, 2024)
Review Roundup: Did THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Dazzle the West End Again? (Oct 10, 2024)
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 - Jun 8, 2024
Video: Get A First Look at Mozart's DON GIOVANNI at the Canadian Opera Company
by Joshua Wright - Feb 2, 2024
Video: Watch an All-New Trailer For DEAR ENGLAND at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023
Video: First Look at an All-New Trailer For THE CRUCIBLE in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2023
VIDEO: Netflix's Debuts Trailer + Key Art for New Docuseries ABSTRACT: THE ART OF DESIGN
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 18, 2017
VIDEO: Bartlett Sher Directs Verdi's 'Otello' on PBS' GREAT PERFORMANCES Today
by TV News Desk - Feb 21, 2016
VIDEO: First Look - Bartlett Sher Directs Verdi's 'Otello' on PBS' GREAT PERFORMANCES, 2/21
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 12, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Watch First Trailer for Cumberbatch-Led HAMLET, to be Released in Cinemas Worldwide
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 26, 2015
VIDEO: Benedict Cumberbatch Urges Fans to Not Record HAMLET Performances
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 9, 2015
TV: In Rehearsal with Rebecca Hall and the Cast of MACHINAL- Meet the Company!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 27, 2013
News
Gwilym Lee Joins Cast of DEAR ENGLAND
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.
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
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.
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?
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.
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
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.
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
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!
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
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.
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
Confluences of history weave together in Lyndsey Turner’s pulsating new production
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
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.
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
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.
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
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!
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
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.
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?
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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!
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!
Soho Green Rooms Live Event Symposium Set For July
Ammonite Studios has announced Soho Green Rooms, a brand-new three-day festival, which will bring together key players and creatives in the theatre and live event industries to explore the future of live entertainment.
Ammonite Studios has announced Soho Green Rooms, a brand-new three-day festival, which will bring together key players and creatives in the theatre and live event industries to explore the future of live entertainment.
Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at American Conservatory Theatre
A fresh off the boat Jewish immigrant from Bavaria stands in awe of the musical box that in New York City in 1884. All he can repeat is Baruch Hashem (Blessed be God) and is amused when an immigration officer changes his name so easily from Chaim to Henry. This man is Henry Lehman who, along with his two brothers will create a financial firm that figured prominently in American history prior to its spectacular collapse triggering the largest financial crisis in history.
A fresh off the boat Jewish immigrant from Bavaria stands in awe of the musical box that in New York City in 1884. All he can repeat is Baruch Hashem (Blessed be God) and is amused when an immigration officer changes his name so easily from Chaim to Henry. This man is Henry Lehman who, along with his two brothers will create a financial firm that figured prominently in American history prior to its spectacular collapse triggering the largest financial crisis in history.
Photos: First Look At THE LEHMAN TRILOGY At American Conservatory Theater
See brand-new production photos from the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production, The Lehman Trilogy, performing at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theater now through Sunday, June 23, 2024.
See brand-new production photos from the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production, The Lehman Trilogy, performing at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theater now through Sunday, June 23, 2024.
SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
A TUPPERWARE OF ASHES, THE OTHER PLACE, and More Set For the National Theatre's Autumn Season
The National Theatre has announced two new productions for its South Bank stages this autumn: the world premiere of Tanika Gupta’s A Tupperware of Ashes in the Dorfman theatre, and a new play by Alexander Zeldin inspired by Antigone called The Other Place in the Lyttelton theatre.
The National Theatre has announced two new productions for its South Bank stages this autumn: the world premiere of Tanika Gupta’s A Tupperware of Ashes in the Dorfman theatre, and a new play by Alexander Zeldin inspired by Antigone called The Other Place in the Lyttelton theatre.
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 (Tony Awards) for The Lehman Trilogy; Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for The Nether; Best Design (Evening Standard Awards) for American Psycho; Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for Chimerica; and Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for The Dog In The Manger.
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