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Michael Curry

Also Credited As: Michael D. Curry

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BIO

Michael's approach is unique, as he chooses to design and fabricate with a long-term team in his Oregon studio. The scenic designs, puppetry and performance effects from Michael Curry Design have been the cornerstone of shows for the past 30 years. Michael is best known for his work with The Lion King on Broadway, the Olympic Opening Ceremonies, Met Opera, Cirque du Soleil and other worldwide spectacles.

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STAGE CREDITS

Cabaret Cabaret
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1998
Victor [Replacement]
Clifford Bradshaw (Understudy) [Replacement]
...And the Pursuit of Happiness
[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

Productions

BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Puppet Design
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Puppet Designer
The Lion King West EndThe Lion King West End
 
[West End, 2021]
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
FrozenFrozen
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Puppet Designer
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Puppet Designer
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Puppet Designer
The Beast in the JungleThe Beast in the Jungle
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Scenic & Costume Designer
FrozenFrozen
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Puppet Designer
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Puppet Designer
Young FrankensteinYoung Frankenstein
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Puppet Designer
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Puppet Designer
Puppet Designer
Doctor Dolittle
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Puppets
Doctor Dolittle
 
[US Tour, 2005]
Special Effects Designer
Monty Python's SpamalotMonty Python's Spamalot
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Puppetry Consultant
The Lion KingThe Lion King
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
The Lion in Winter
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Production Manager
Little Me
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Production Manager
Side Man
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Production Manager
CabaretCabaret
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Production Manager
The Lion KingThe Lion King
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
1776
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Production Supervisor
London Assurance
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Technical Director
The Three Sisters
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Technical Director
The Rehearsal
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
Summer and Smoke
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
A Thousand Clowns
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
Technical Director
The Night of the Iguana
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
The Father
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
The Visit
 
[Broadway, 1992]
Mask Designer

TV Shows

He's with Me
Daniel

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Puppet Design

Michael Curry, Beetlejuice


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Puppet Design

Michael Curry, Frozen


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Puppet Design

Michael Curry, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Puppet Design

Michael Curry, The Lion King

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Photo: First Look at HERCULES Stage Show Coming to the Disney Destiny Photo
Photo: First Look at HERCULES Stage Show Coming to the Disney Destiny
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025

A first look at the concept art has been revealed for Disney Cruise Line's new adaptation of Hercules. Take a look at the image here, which features the multi-headed Hydra!
BEETLEJUICE in Indianapolis Reschedules Opening Night Performance for Friday Photo
BEETLEJUICE in Indianapolis Reschedules Opening Night Performance for Friday
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025

Broadway in Indianapolis has announced that due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight’s performance of BEETLEJUICE, Tuesday April 8, has been rescheduled at 1pm ET on Friday April 11.
Review: BEETLEJUICE at Century II Concert Hall Photo
Review: BEETLEJUICE at Century II Concert Hall
by Paula Makar - Apr 3, 2025

OMG what a fun time I had experiencing BEETLEJUICE at Century II last night! The audience was having a blast, whooping and hollering, and gave the cast a standing ovation at the end of it all!
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To Chicago Photo
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025

By popular demand, Disney's The Lion King will return to Chicago for the first time since 2023, where the production played a sold-out run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.
BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre In August Photo
BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre In August
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025

Back by popular demand, the ghost-with-the-most is returning to Detroit in this edgy and irreverent Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play Detroit's Fisher Theatre August 5 – 10.
Kathy Najimy, Valentina, Ann Hould-Ward, and Martha Clarke Join TDF’s Spring Benefi Photo
Kathy Najimy, Valentina, Ann Hould-Ward, and Martha Clarke Join TDF’s Spring Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails. Learn more about the event and see who is being honored.
BEETLEJUICE National Tour is Coming to the Arsht in April Photo
BEETLEJUICE National Tour is Coming to the Arsht in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

The 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series will continue with the Miami premiere of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, for a limited engagement. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Stephenson Ardern-Sodje Joins THE LION KING in London as Simba Photo
Stephenson Ardern-Sodje Joins THE LION KING in London as Simba
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

Stephenson Ardern-Sodje will return as the King of Pride Rock in Disney's THE LION KING as he takes over the role of Simba in the London production of The Lion King. Learn more here!
BEETLEJUICE is Now Playing in Chicago Photo
BEETLEJUICE is Now Playing in Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

BEETLEJUICE is back in Chicago! The Broadway hit will haunt the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a strictly limited engagement  through March 16, 2025. Learn more here!
BEETLEJUICE Returns To Ensemble Arts Philly This Summer Photo
BEETLEJUICE Returns To Ensemble Arts Philly This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025

Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, Beetlejuice, returning to the Academy of Music by popular demand from July 29 – August 3, 2025.
TDF To Celebrate 50 Years of the Costume Collection At April Benefit Photo
TDF To Celebrate 50 Years of the Costume Collection At April Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025

TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails, on Monday, April 7 at Tao Downtown (92 Ninth Avenue).
BEETLEJUICE Comes to the Lied Center Next Month Photo
BEETLEJUICE Comes to the Lied Center Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

 The ghost-with-the-most will make his Lincoln debut in this edgy and irreverent new Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play the Lied Center for Performing Arts.
Elise McCann, Rob Johnson, and More Join BEETLEJUICE in Melbourne Photo
Elise McCann, Rob Johnson, and More Join BEETLEJUICE in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the Australian premiere of BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL, hitting Melbourne’s Regent Theatre this May. Learn more about the cast here!
Video: Nienke Latten & Vajèn van den Bosch Sing 'I Can't Lose You' from Disney's FRO Photo
Video: Nienke Latten & Vajèn van den Bosch Sing 'I Can't Lose You' from Disney's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Feb 7, 2025

Watch an all new music video from the company of Disney's Frozen in the Netherlands performing 'I Can't Lose You.' The musical tells the story of the two sisters Anna and Elsa, in the fictional kingdom of Arendelle that has fallen into eternal winter due to Elsa's hidden powers. As the cold continues, both sisters must learn that only an act of true love can melt a frozen heart.
ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE & More Set for The St. Louis Shakespeare Festival 25th Annive Photo
ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE & More Set for The St. Louis Shakespeare Festival 25th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

The St. Louis Shakespeare Festival has unveiled its landmark 25th anniversary season, featuring a groundbreaking collaboration with the Saint Louis Zoo and more. See full programming and learn more!
THE LION KING to Open in Sydney in 2026 Photo
THE LION KING to Open in Sydney in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Disney’s The Lion King will return to Australia, premiering in Sydney in April 2026. The Lion King has been seen by more than 120 million worldwide, cementing its status as one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Learn more.
DISNEY'S THE LION KING Pop-Up Comes to Battersea Power Station Photo
DISNEY'S THE LION KING Pop-Up Comes to Battersea Power Station
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

In celebration of two major milestones in the West End next month, Disney's THE LION KING has announced a free, pop-up exhibition at the iconic Battersea Power Station.
Broadway Across Canada Announces Ticket Info For Disney's THE LION KING In Calgary Photo
Broadway Across Canada Announces Ticket Info For Disney's THE LION KING In Calgary
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025

Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway Across Canada announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public on February 10, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (MST).
Video: Watch BEETLEJUICE Australia Star Karis Oka Sing 'Dead Mom' Photo
Video: Watch BEETLEJUICE Australia Star Karis Oka Sing 'Dead Mom'
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2025

Watch a video of Karis Oka singing 'Dead Mom' from Beetlejuice at the Australian Open! Oka will star in the Melbourne production as Lydia Deetz, opposite the musical's composer, Eddie Perfect, who will play the title role.
Karis Oka to Join Eddie Perfect BEETLEJUICE in Melbourne Photo
Karis Oka to Join Eddie Perfect BEETLEJUICE in Melbourne
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025

The role of Lydia Deetz in BEETLEJUICE in Melbourne will be played by Karis Oka. The production stars Eddie Perfect as Beetlejuice. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael Curry been in?

Michael Curry has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael Curry been in?

Michael Curry has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Michael Curry been nominated for?

Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Beetlejuice, Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Frozen, Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King and Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King.

What awards has Michael Curry won?

Michael Curry has won the following awards: Outstanding Puppet Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Frozen and Outstanding Puppet Design at the Drama Desk Awards for The Lion King.

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