Justin Ellington
Latest News on Justin Ellington:
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Have Midwest Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Nov 20, 2024)
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN (Nov 19, 2024)
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January (Nov 15, 2024)
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Have Midwest Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (Nov 20, 2024)
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN (Nov 19, 2024)
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January (Nov 15, 2024)
BIO
LCT: Pass Over (LCT3), Pipeline, Other Desert Cities. Off-Broadway: Mrs. Murray’s Menagerie (Ars Nova); The House That Will Not Stand, Fetch Clay Make Man (New York Theatre Workshop); He Brought Her Heart Back in a Box, The Winter’s Tale (TFANA). Additional theater: Father Comes Home From the Wars, How to Catch Creation, Until The Flood (Goodman); Familiar (Steppenwolf); Ink (Kennedy Center); The Comedy of Errors (Oregon Shakespeare Festival); As You Like It (Stratford Shakespeare Festival); The American Clock (The Old Vic). Awards include Grammy, ASCAP and Obie awards.
Photos
​From left to right: Mia Ellis as Camae in Katori Hall’s The Mountaintop directed by Kent Gash at Trinity Rep. Set design by Jason Sherwood, costume design by Kara Harmon, lighting design by Dawn Chiang, sound design by Justin Ellington, project desig
Date:
01/13/2017
From: Photo Flash: Trinity Rep Presents Olivier Award-Winning Play THE MOUNTAINTOP
Productions
[Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
[Off-Broadway, 2018] [Replacement]
Sound Design & Original Music[Replacement]
Writing
Composer
Additional Music
Additional Music
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Sound Design of a Play
Justin Ellington, Ohio State Murders
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Justin Ellington, for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Sound Design for a Play
Justin Ellington, Heroes of the Fourth Turning
winner
Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation
Justin EllingtonHeroes of the Fourth Turning
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Music in a Play
Justin EllingtonMrs. Murray's Mengagerie
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Music in a Play
Justin Ellington, The House that Will Not Stand
winner
Obie Awards - 2018 - Design Award
Justin EllingtonHe Brought Her Heart Back in a Box
Videos
Video: Get a First Look at HOME on Broadway Directed By Kenny Leon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2024
Photos & Video: The Museum of Broadway Celebrates JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
Video: First Look at Laurence Fishburne's LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES, Opening Tonight at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024
Video: Watch the Trailer for Audible Theater's LUCY, Now Beginning Previews Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2023
Photos/Video: First Look at Audra McDonald and More in OHIO STATE MURDERS, Opening Tonight!
by Show Highlights - Dec 8, 2022
Video: Audra McDonald, Lizan Mitchell & More Discuss Bringing OHIO STATE MURDERS to Broadway
by Sneak Peek - Nov 6, 2022
TV: Watch Highlights from Dominique Morisseau's PIPELINE, Opening Tonight at LCT
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jul 10, 2017
News
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Have Midwest Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Straight from a twice-extended Broadway run, Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the Midwest premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Straight from a twice-extended Broadway run, Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the Midwest premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN
Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January
TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
Video: Jim Parsons Recalls First Time Reading OUR TOWN
In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is currently playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is currently playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
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: THE OTHER AMERICANS at Arena Stage
An obvious labor of love by all concerned, actor and writer John Leguizamo’s The Other Americans is an extremely well-written and highly ambitious play that delineates the tragedy of a man’s fatal flaws ripping apart his family at the seams.
An obvious labor of love by all concerned, actor and writer John Leguizamo’s The Other Americans is an extremely well-written and highly ambitious play that delineates the tragedy of a man’s fatal flaws ripping apart his family at the seams.
Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO
The upcoming revival of Shakespeare's Othello has found its cast, joining previously announced Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Check out who will join the lineup here!
The upcoming revival of Shakespeare's Othello has found its cast, joining previously announced Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Check out who will join the lineup here!
OUR TOWN to Honor Veterans in November in Partnership with TDF
The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!
The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!
BTU's Designers Initiative to Launch With BEFORE THE CURTAIN RISES Series
Black Theatre United's Designers Initiative will launch with Before the Curtain Rises: The Designers Series, which will premiere Thursday, October 31, 2024 on BTU's YouTube Channel. Learn more about the series and see how to tune in!
Black Theatre United's Designers Initiative will launch with Before the Curtain Rises: The Designers Series, which will premiere Thursday, October 31, 2024 on BTU's YouTube Channel. Learn more about the series and see how to tune in!
Photos: John Leguizamo's THE OTHER AMERICANS at Arena Stage
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has released promotional photos for The Other Americans, running now through October 18. Check them out here!
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has released promotional photos for The Other Americans, running now through October 18. Check them out here!
Video: Zoey Deutch Discusses Longtime Dream of Performing OUR TOWN
Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Photos: OUR TOWN Cast & Creative Team Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night
Check out photos of Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes, and more on the opening night red carpet of Our Town on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
Check out photos of Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes, and more on the opening night red carpet of Our Town on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
Video: Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes & More in OUR TOWN
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, opened on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre where the production is running for a strictly limited engagement. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, opened on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre where the production is running for a strictly limited engagement. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Video: Jim Parsons Talks Building Community With OUR TOWN Cast
Jim Parsons is sharing his experience with the new revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Parsons plays the Stage Manager in the production, a role he says was an immediate 'yes' when it was offered to him. Watch his interview on the Today Show now!
Jim Parsons is sharing his experience with the new revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Parsons plays the Stage Manager in the production, a role he says was an immediate 'yes' when it was offered to him. Watch his interview on the Today Show now!
Photos: Robert Downey Jr. and Cast of MCNEAL Celebrate Opening Night
Last night, Ayad Akhtar’s new play McNEAL opened at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
Last night, Ayad Akhtar’s new play McNEAL opened at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
Photos: Paul Rudd, Matt Damon & More at MCNEAL Opening Night
The Lincoln Center Theater production of McNEAL, a new play by Ayad Akhtar, directed by Bartlett Sher opened last night at the Vivian Beaumont Theater! See photos of stars on the red carpet!
The Lincoln Center Theater production of McNEAL, a new play by Ayad Akhtar, directed by Bartlett Sher opened last night at the Vivian Beaumont Theater! See photos of stars on the red carpet!
Photos: John Leguizamo's THE OTHER AMERICANS In Rehearsal At Arena Stage
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has released photos from inside rehearsal for The Other Americans.
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has released photos from inside rehearsal for The Other Americans.
Video: Robert Downey Jr. & More in MCNEAL on Broadway
Get a first look at footage of Robert Downey Jr. and more in the play McNeal at Lincoln Center Theater. The cast features Melora Hardin, Andrea Martin, Ruthie Ann Miles, and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at footage of Robert Downey Jr. and more in the play McNeal at Lincoln Center Theater. The cast features Melora Hardin, Andrea Martin, Ruthie Ann Miles, and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Berkeley Rep to Present the West Coast Premiere of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
Direct from a twice-extended run on Broadway, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer, love ignites, dreams soar, and secrets unravel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Direct from a twice-extended run on Broadway, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer, love ignites, dreams soar, and secrets unravel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Justin Ellington written?
Justin Ellington has written 1 shows including The Seven (Composer).
What awards has Justin Ellington been nominated for?
Outstanding Sound Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ohio State Murders, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf, Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Heroes of the Fourth Turning, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Heroes of the Fourth Turning, Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mrs. Murray's Mengagerie, Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The House that Will Not Stand and Design Award (Obie Awards) for He Brought Her Heart Back in a Box.
What awards has Justin Ellington won?
Justin Ellington has won a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for Heroes of the Fourth Turning and a Design Award from the Obie Awards for He Brought Her Heart Back in a Box.
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