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BIO

Mark Thompson's work for the National Theatre includes The Alchemist, Once in a Lifetime, Henry IV Parts 1 & 2, Duchess of Malfi, Life x 3, The Wind in the Willows, The Madness of George III, Arcadia, Pericles, What the Butler Saw and The Day I Stood Still. Recent work elsewhere includes And Then There Were None (Gielgud); Bombay Dreams (London and Broadway); The Lady in The Van (Queen's), Follies (New York (set only); Dr Dolittle & Blast! (Apollo Hammersmith).



For the RSC: Hamlet, Measure for Measure, The Wizard of Oz, Much Ado About Nothing, The Comedy of Errors and The Unexpected Man; at the Royal Court: Piano/Forte, The Woman Before, Wild East, Mouth to Mouth, Six Degrees of Separation, Hysteria, The Kitchen, and Never Land; for the Donmar: Twelfth Night, Uncle Vanya (costumes only), The Blue Room, Insignificance, Company (also Albery), and The Front Page; for the Almeida: Volpone, Betrayal, Party Time and Butterfly Kiss.

Other theatre includes Art, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Shadowland. Opera: Falstaff (Scottish Opera), Peter Grimes (Opera North), Ariadne Auf Naxos (Salzburg), Il Viaggio à Reims (ROH), Hansel and Gretel (Sydney), The Two Widows (ENO), Queen of Spades (New York), and Montag aus licht (costumes; Milan). Ballet: Don Quixote (Royal Ballet).

Film: Costume Design for The Madness of King George.

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Productions

Tina: The Tina Turner MusicalTina: The Tina Turner Musical
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Set & Costume Design
The Southbury ChildThe Southbury Child
 
[West End, 2022]
Set Designer
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Non Eq)Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Non Eq)
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Original scenic and costume design[Replacement]
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[West End, 2021]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Tina - The Tina Turner MusicalTina - The Tina Turner Musical
 
[West End, 2021]
Costume Designer
Set Designer
Costume Design
Set Design
Tina: The Tina Turner MusicalTina: The Tina Turner Musical
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Set and Costume Design
Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Chocolate Factory
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Set and Costume Design[Replacement]
Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Chocolate Factory
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Scenic and Costume Designer
ArtArt
 
[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
Designer[Replacement]
The Taming of the ShrewThe Taming of the Shrew
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Set and Costumer Designer
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[Las Vegas, 2014]
Production Designer
A Raisin in the SunA Raisin in the Sun
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Scenic Designer
Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Chocolate Factory
 
[West End, 2013]
Set & Costume Designer
One Man, Two GuvnorsOne Man, Two Guvnors
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Costume Designer
Set Designer
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Producer
Stick FlyStick Fly
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Producer
One Man, Two GuvnorsOne Man, Two Guvnors
 
[West End, 2011]
Designer
La BeteLa Bete
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
La BeteLa Bete
 
[West End, 2010]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
God of CarnageGod of Carnage
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 
[West End, 2007]
Scenic Designer
Bombay DreamsBombay Dreams
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Scenic Designer
Settings/Costumes
Costume Designer
Life (x) 3
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Bombay Dreams
 
[West End, 2002]
Production
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Blast!
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Costume Designer
Settings/Costumes
Scenic Designer
Follies
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
The Unexpected Man
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Mamma Mia!
 
[Toronto, 2000]
Settings/Costumes
Wise Guys
 
[New York, 1999]
Scenic Designer
The Blue Room
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Doctor Dolittle
 
[West End, 1998]
Scenery/Costumes
Art
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Company
 
[West End, 1995]
Settings/Costumes
Arcadia
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Settings/Costumes
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 
[West End, 1991]
Settings/Costumes
Shadowlands
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
A Little Night Music
 
[West End, 1989]
Settings/Costumes
Cabaret
 
[West End, 1986]
Scenery/Costumes

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Costume Design of a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical


winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Costume Design

Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory

Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Set Design

Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Set Design

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, London Assurance

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, La Bête

Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Set Design

Mark ThompsonEngland People Very Nice


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Set Designs - Musical

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Mark Thompson, The Unexpected Man

Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Blue Room

Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonArt

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia

Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Scenic Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia


winner
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonHysteria


winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Costume Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors


winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors, RSC

Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Costume Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows


winner
Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows

Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year

Mark Thompson, The Wizard Of Oz

Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year

Mark ThompsonMeasure For Measure

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TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Washington Pavilion Photo
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Washington Pavilion
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will premiere at the Washington Pavilion with four performances this month. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here!
Tickets to MAMMA MIA! at The Paramount to go on Sale in February Photo
Tickets to MAMMA MIA! at The Paramount to go on Sale in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount has revealed that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Seattle will go on sale on Tuesday, February 4. Learn more and see how to purchase.
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at National Theatre Photo
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at National Theatre
by David Friscic - Jan 27, 2025

Twenty -six musical numbers (including two welcome encores) shine like mega-watt voltage in the dynamic musical story of family woes, domestic abuse and racism that are all overcome in tribute to the resiliency of the human spirit of survival in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical now playing at the National Theatre in Washington, DC and continuing touring in a long North American tour. The beloved and iconic “Queen of Rock and Roll”, Tina Turner’s highly justified showmanship and musical artistry is combined with a heart-wrenching and achingly real story of triumph amidst seeming impossible odds.
Tickets to TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Popejoy Hall on Sale Now Photo
Tickets to TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Popejoy Hall on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025

Tickets for TINA – The Tina Turner Musical at Popejoy Hall will go on sale Friday, January 24, 2025, at 10am. Learn more about the production written by Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall with Frank Ketelaar and Kees Prins.
Cast Set For the UK and Ireland Tour of TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Photo
Cast Set For the UK and Ireland Tour of TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, opening at Curve Theatre, Leicester in March. Learn more here!
MAMMA MIA! Presented By Broadway Dallas Tickets On Sale January 17 Photo
MAMMA MIA! Presented By Broadway Dallas Tickets On Sale January 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2025

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Dallas will go on sale Friday, January 17. Find out how to get tickets and learn more about the touring production here.
MURDER BALLAD And More To Be Presented At Greenwich Theatre In 2025 Photo
MURDER BALLAD And More To Be Presented At Greenwich Theatre In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024

Greenwich Theatre’s 2025 season is packed with theatre, musicals, live music, children’s shows and a magical pantomime. In autumn 2025, the venue will stage Murder Ballad, their first in-house musical in two decades.
MAMMA MIA! Returns To Orpheum Theatre In April 2025 Photo
MAMMA MIA! Returns To Orpheum Theatre In April 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2024

The 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA!, the ultimate feel-good show based on the songs of ABBA, will return to San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre for a limited two-week engagement beginning Wednesday, April 30.
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Gets Miami Premiere At The Arsht This January Photo
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Gets Miami Premiere At The Arsht This January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2024

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County and Broadway Across America will continue the 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series with the Miami premiere of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
MAMMA MIA! On Sale Broadway At The Hobby Center This Friday Photo
MAMMA MIA! On Sale Broadway At The Hobby Center This Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2024

Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center has announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Houston will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 6 for performances April 8-13, 2025 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
25th Anniversary Tour Of MAMMA MIA! is Coming to the Hobby Center Photo
25th Anniversary Tour Of MAMMA MIA! is Coming to the Hobby Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Houston will go on sale to the general public this week. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase!
MAMMA MIA! Tickets Now On Sale At Chrysler Hall Photo
MAMMA MIA! Tickets Now On Sale At Chrysler Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024

Tickets for MAMMA MIA at Chrysler Hall are now available. Experience the beloved musical featuring ABBA's timeless hits in Norfolk. Secure your seats for this popular show.
MAMMA MIA! Sets Cast For Second Year of North American tour Photo
MAMMA MIA! Sets Cast For Second Year of North American tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024

The cast has been announced for the second year of the 25th Anniversary North American Tour of Mamma Mia! The musical is currently playing to sold out audiences in Toronto, ON before continuing its North American Tour through June 2025.
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Vancouver Next Year Photo
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Vancouver Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024

The smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will continue its all-new North American Tour in Vancouver March 2025. Broadway Across Canada has announced that tickets for eight performances from March 25 to 30, 2025, at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre will go on sale October 28, 2024.
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Edmonton In March Photo
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Edmonton In March
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is set to captivate audiences in Edmonton this March. Find out how to get presale and regular tickets to the show.
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Calgary In March 2025 Photo
TINA " THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes To Calgary In March 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024

The smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical recently kicked off an all-new North American Tour and Broadway Across Canada will bring it to Calgary for eight electrifying performances March 18-23, 2025 at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
Review: MAMMA MIA! at Ed Mirvish Theatre Photo
Review: MAMMA MIA! at Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Ilana Lucas - Oct 14, 2024

The 1999 ABBA jukebox juggernaut is back again at the Ed Mirvish Theatre, full of cheery, dance-heavy numbers, a simple, wacky plot, and plenty of shiny spandex outfits. See what our critic had to say.
London's Natural History Museum Launches Tour of DINOSAURS LIVE! Photo
London's Natural History Museum Launches Tour of DINOSAURS LIVE!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

Dinosaur lovers can rejoice as London’s Natural History Museum launches their first ever touring dinosaur theatre production. Created in collaboration with Mark Thompson Productions, Dinosaurs Live! will be a one-of-a-kind family show where guests can expect close encounters of a prehistoric kind, exploring the vast and ancient history of our planet.  
TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Extends Booking to October 2025 Photo
TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Extends Booking to October 2025
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024

The hit West End production TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will extend booking until 25 October 2025 with tickets on sale now.
First Venues Revealed For New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA! Photo
First Venues Revealed For New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024

MAMMA MIA! will launch a new UK tour in 2025: opening at the Mayflower Theatre, Southampton in October, before visiting Bristol, Oxford and Edinburgh, with further dates to be announced.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Mark Thompson been nominated for?

Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Outstanding Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Costume Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for London Assurance, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for La Bête, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for England People Very Nice, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Outstanding Set Designs - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Unexpected Man, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Blue Room, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for Art , Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Arcadia, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Arcadia, Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for Arcadia, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for Hysteria , Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Comedy Of Errors, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Comedy Of Errors, RSC, Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Wind In The Willows , Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Wind In The Willows, Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Wizard Of Oz and Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Measure For Measure.

What awards has Mark Thompson won?

Mark Thompson has received several prestigious awards for his work in theater. He won Outstanding Costume Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. Additionally, he earned the Best Costume Design award at the Olivier Awards for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Thompson received Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Bombay Dreams, as well as the Outstanding Set Designs - Musical award at the same ceremony for Bombay Dreams. He was recognized as the Best Set Designer at the Olivier Awards for Hysteria, and also received the Best Costume Designer award for The Comedy of Errors. Moreover, he won the Best Set Designer award at the Olivier Awards for both The Comedy of Errors (RSC) and The Wind in the Willows.

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