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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

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1998
Victor [Replacement]

Clifford Bradshaw (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2022]
Puppet Design
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Puppet Designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Puppet Designer
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Puppet Designer
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Puppet Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Scenic & Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Puppet Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Puppet Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Puppet Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Puppet Designer
Puppet Designer
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Puppets
 
[US Tour, 2005]
Special Effects Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Puppetry Consultant
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Production Manager
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Production Manager
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Production Manager
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Production Manager
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Puppet Designer
Mask Designer
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Production Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Technical Director
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Technical Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
Technical Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Technical Director
 
[Broadway, 1992]
Mask Designer


TV Shows

He's with Me
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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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News


Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 16, 2024.
Photos: New MOANA Stage Musical Debuts on Disney Cruise Line

This month, Disney Cruise Line officially debuted the Broadway-style stage show “Disney The Tale of Moana,” onboard the Disney Treasure. Take a look at new photos of the experience here!
Broadway Buying Guide: December 9, 2024- Give the Gift of Broadway This Holiday Season

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 9, 2024.
Tickets to THE LION KING in Dallas to go on Sale This Week

Tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public in December. Learn more about the national tour and see how to purchase tickets!
Toronto Production of Disney's THE LION KING Extends Through August 30, 2025

The new Toronto production of Disney’s The Lion King will extend performances through August 30, 2025. The new block of tickets, for performances from April 29 to August 30, 2025, will go on sale at 10AM on Saturday December 7, 2024.
THE LION KING in Kansas City Tickets Go on Sale This Week

Tickets for the return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King in Kansas Citywill go on sale to the public this week. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Video: Inside THE LION KINGOpening Night in Toronto

The Lion King has opened in Toronto.  On opening night, the Princess of Wales Theatre hosted celebrities and returning cast members from the 2000 engagement of the show. Check out the video here!
Photos: Madison Mosley and the Cast of the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE

All new production photos have been released from the North American Tour of Beetlejuice, featuring the cast's new Lydia, Madison Mosley.  Check out the photos here!
THE LION KING on Broadway Will Its Celebrate 27th Anniversary Tomorrow

The Lion King will celebrate its 27th anniversary on Broadway on Wednesday, November 13th. Learn more about the show and its history, as well as the historic milestone, here!
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at The Princess Of Wales Theatre

One of the world's most beloved musicals returns to Toronto for a long term stay into the Spring of 2025. Disney's The Lion King, the stage spectacle directed by Julie Taymor is based on the 1994 animated classic with music and lyrics written by Elton John and Tim Rice. This production has captivated audiences young and old across the globe for over 20 years and now is the best opportunity to introduce a new generation to the King.
Review: BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center

Walton Arts Center, 495 W Dickson St, in Fayetteville, brought the excitement again, this time with BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL, which ran from October 22-27. I would say his name three times just to see the show again! Directed by Alex Timbers, the thrilling blend of dark humor, incredible music and spooky charm had us smiling through the whole production! We loved it! 
Tickets to BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL in Indianapolis on Sale Tomorrow

Single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, at Clowes Memorial Hall will go on sale this week. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at National Arts Centre

What did our critic think of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at National Arts Centre?
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To The Bushnell In November

Disney's THE LION KING returns to The Bushnell on November 13.
BEETLEJUICE To Play the Ed Mirvish Theatre This July

BEETLEJUICE is set to haunt Toronto with performances beginning this July! Learn more about the production and how to get tickets.
Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Third Act

Disney’s THE LION KING celebrated 25 triumphant years in the West End’s Lyceum Theatre on the afternoon of Sunday, 20 October with a special gala performance attended by the original creatives of the show including Julie Taymor, Lebo M, Richard Hudson, Irene Mecchi, Roger Allers and Donald Holder. Check out photos from the event here!
Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale Tomorrow

Experience the magic of DISNEY'S THE LION KING as it returns to Fort Lauderdale.
BEETLEJUICE On Sale At PNC Broadway In Kansas City Music Hall This Week

BEETLEJUICE is set to haunt the Kansas City Music Hall with its Broadway tour. Tickets for the show, featuring a blend of comedy and the supernatural, go on sale to the public on October 18.
BEETLEJUICE Composer Eddie Perfect to Star in Title Role in Australia

After earning a Tony Award nomination for the music and lyrics he wrote for BEETLEJUICE, Eddie Perfect will star as the title role in the Australian premiere of the show which will play exclusively in Melbourne. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
BEETLEJUICE National Tour On Sale This Friday At The Stranahan Theater

Single tickets for the national tour of BEETLEJUICE at the Stranahan Theater will be available starting October 18.

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 Outstanding Puppet Design award at the Drama Desk Awards for the following productions: Frozen, The Lion King, and The Lion King.

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