Ming Cho Lee
Latest News on Ming Cho Lee:
Beverly Emmons Will Receive Ming Cho Lee Award (Sep 18, 2024)
2024 Hewes Design Awards Winners Revealed (Sep 11, 2024)
China Arts and Entertainment Group Presents DONGPO: LIFE IN POEMS (Mar 14, 2024)
Beverly Emmons Will Receive Ming Cho Lee Award (Sep 18, 2024)
2024 Hewes Design Awards Winners Revealed (Sep 11, 2024)
China Arts and Entertainment Group Presents DONGPO: LIFE IN POEMS (Mar 14, 2024)
BIO
He first worked on Broadway as a second assistant set designer to Jo Mielziner on The Most Happy Fella in 1956. Lee's first Broadway play as Scenic Designer was The Moon Besieged in 1962; he went on to design the sets for over 20 Broadway shows, including Mother Courage and Her Children, King Lear, The Glass Menagerie, The Shadow Box, and For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf. He won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Set Design, a Helen Hayes Award, and in 1983 he received a Tony Award for Best Scenic Design for K2. He also designed sets for opera (including eight productions for the Metropolitan Opera and thirteen for the New York City Opera, ballet, and regional theatres such as Arena Stage, the Mark Taper Forum, and the Guthrie Theater.
He designed over 30 productions for Joseph Papp at The Public Theater, including the original Off-Broadway production of Hair (musical). Since 1969, Lee has taught at the Yale School of Drama, where he was co-chair of the Design Department. In February 2017, he announced that he would be retiring at the end of the fall semester.
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Productions
[Broadway, 1976]
Scenic Designer
Awards and Nominations
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Tony Awards - 2013 - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre
Ming Cho Lee
Helen Hayes Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Ming Cho LeeDon Carlos
Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Ming Cho LeeK2
Helen Hayes Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Ming Cho LeeThe Merchant of Venice
Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Ming Cho LeeMourning Becomes Electra
Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production
Ming Cho LeeMacbeth
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Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Set Design
Ming Cho Lee, K2
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Set and Lighting Design
Ming Cho Lee, K2
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The Hewes Awards - 1983 - Scenic Design
Ming Cho Lee, K2
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Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Scenic Design
Ming Cho Lee, K2
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The Hewes Awards - 1968 - Scenic Design
Ming Cho Lee, Ergo
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The Hewes Awards - 1965 - Scenic Design
Ming Cho Lee, Electra
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Beverly Emmons Will Receive Ming Cho Lee Award
Lighting designer Beverly Emmons will be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 60th annual ceremony on October 21.
Lighting designer Beverly Emmons will be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 60th annual ceremony on October 21.
2024 Hewes Design Awards Winners Revealed
The 2024 Hewes Design Awards winners have been revealed, recognizing outstanding achievements in theatrical design. Learn more about the honorees.
The 2024 Hewes Design Awards winners have been revealed, recognizing outstanding achievements in theatrical design. Learn more about the honorees.
China Arts and Entertainment Group Presents DONGPO: LIFE IN POEMS
Experience the poetic modern dance production, DONGPO: LIFE IN POEMS, at The David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center this weekend.
Experience the poetic modern dance production, DONGPO: LIFE IN POEMS, at The David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center this weekend.
Aisha Jackson, LaChanze & More to Take Part in 2024 TCG Gala: OUR STORIES
Theatre Communications Group has revealed the performers for the 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories, which will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024, at The Edison Ballroom. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theatre Communications Group has revealed the performers for the 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories, which will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024, at The Edison Ballroom. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ann Hould-Ward and Richard Hudson Receive TDF's Irene Sharaff Awards
TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts, has just announced that celebrated costume designer ANN HOULD-WARD and legendary scenic designer RICHARD HUDSON are among the 2024 TDF/Irene Sharaff Award recipients.
TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts, has just announced that celebrated costume designer ANN HOULD-WARD and legendary scenic designer RICHARD HUDSON are among the 2024 TDF/Irene Sharaff Award recipients.
China Arts and Entertainment Group Presents DONGPO: LIFE IN POEMS
'Dongpo: Life In Poems' is a poetic modern dance production presented by CAEG and American Dance Festival. Catch the show in Washington DC from 3/8-3/10 and in NYC from 3/15-3/17.
'Dongpo: Life In Poems' is a poetic modern dance production presented by CAEG and American Dance Festival. Catch the show in Washington DC from 3/8-3/10 and in NYC from 3/15-3/17.
Limón Dance Company Returns to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center for One Night Only February 17
Limón Dance Company returns to Newark with NJ premiere and debut 2/17. Don't miss the New Jersey premiere of Bessie Award-Winning Migrant Mother and the debut of Limón's Second Company. Sponsored by M&T Bank.
Limón Dance Company returns to Newark with NJ premiere and debut 2/17. Don't miss the New Jersey premiere of Bessie Award-Winning Migrant Mother and the debut of Limón's Second Company. Sponsored by M&T Bank.
Director Jon Royal Selected As The SDCF 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist At St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) announces that Jon Royal, a director, teaching artist, and facilitator from Nashville, TN, has been selected as the 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist at St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre, where he will work with Founder and Producing Director Ron Himes.
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) announces that Jon Royal, a director, teaching artist, and facilitator from Nashville, TN, has been selected as the 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist at St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre, where he will work with Founder and Producing Director Ron Himes.
David Rockwell, Brian Anthony Moreland & More to be Honored at Theatre Communications Group Gala
Theatre Communications Group's 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories will honor architect and designer David Rockwell, Broadway producer Brian Anthony Moreland, director Schele Williams, and The Shubert Foundation.
Theatre Communications Group's 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories will honor architect and designer David Rockwell, Broadway producer Brian Anthony Moreland, director Schele Williams, and The Shubert Foundation.
Abe Jacob To Receive Ming Cho Lee Award at 59th Annual Henry Hewes Design Awards
Celebrate the extraordinary career of sound designer Abe Jacob as he receives the prestigious Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design at the 59th Annual Henry Hewes Design Awards on October 23.
Celebrate the extraordinary career of sound designer Abe Jacob as he receives the prestigious Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design at the 59th Annual Henry Hewes Design Awards on October 23.
INTO THE WOODS, SWEENEY TODD, and More Nominated For 2023 Hewes Design Awards
The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has announced the 2023 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 59th annual ceremony on October 23 in New York. Find out who will be honored here!
The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has announced the 2023 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 59th annual ceremony on October 23 in New York. Find out who will be honored here!
Interview: David Hunt Stafford on PLAYS IN REP & READING SERIES at Theatre 40
David Hunt Stafford (pictured) is the Artistic Director and Managing Director of Theatre 40, posts he has proudly held since 2000 at the professional theater company located on the campus of Beverly Hills High School. I decided to speak with David about the current plays running in rep during July and August: Doris and Ivy in the Home, in which he appears, and One Moment of Freedom which he produces; and the group’s ongoing Reading Series showcasing new and well-known plays read by company members.
David Hunt Stafford (pictured) is the Artistic Director and Managing Director of Theatre 40, posts he has proudly held since 2000 at the professional theater company located on the campus of Beverly Hills High School. I decided to speak with David about the current plays running in rep during July and August: Doris and Ivy in the Home, in which he appears, and One Moment of Freedom which he produces; and the group’s ongoing Reading Series showcasing new and well-known plays read by company members.
Theatre Communications Group Raises $300,000 at Gala Honoring Samuel L. Jackson & LaTanya Richardson Jackson
At Monday night’s 2023 TCG Gala: Our Stories, Theatre Communications Group raised over $300,000. The Gala honored Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson, with an award presented by Vanessa Williams.
At Monday night’s 2023 TCG Gala: Our Stories, Theatre Communications Group raised over $300,000. The Gala honored Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson, with an award presented by Vanessa Williams.
Lillias White, Alex Newell & Sidney DuPont to Perform at 2023 TCG Gala
Lillias White, Alex Newell and Sidney DuPont will perform at 2023 TCG Gala: Our Stories, which will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at The Edison Ballroom.
Lillias White, Alex Newell and Sidney DuPont will perform at 2023 TCG Gala: Our Stories, which will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at The Edison Ballroom.
College Of Fellows Welcomes New Members
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre is has announced the investiture of the 2023 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The College of Fellows originated in 1965 within the American Educational Theatre Association.
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre is has announced the investiture of the 2023 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The College of Fellows originated in 1965 within the American Educational Theatre Association.
Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson to be Honored at Theatre Communications Group 2023 Gala
Theatre Communications Group has announced that the 2023 TCG Gala: Our Stories will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at The Edison Ballroom in New York City. The Gala will honor Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson and will include festive performances, inspiring speakers, and a celebratory dinner.
Theatre Communications Group has announced that the 2023 TCG Gala: Our Stories will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at The Edison Ballroom in New York City. The Gala will honor Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson and will include festive performances, inspiring speakers, and a celebratory dinner.
Graham 2 Presents THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT, December 18
The Martha Graham Dance Company's acclaimed second company will perform Martha Graham's rarely seen The Owl and the Pussycat on Sunday, December 18, at 1pm and 5pm.
The Martha Graham Dance Company's acclaimed second company will perform Martha Graham's rarely seen The Owl and the Pussycat on Sunday, December 18, at 1pm and 5pm.
Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton to Receive Ming Cho Lee Award
The Henry Hewes Design Awards committee announced that legendary lighting designers Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton will each be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design, bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 58th annual event on October 24 in a livestream awards ceremony.
The Henry Hewes Design Awards committee announced that legendary lighting designers Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton will each be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design, bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 58th annual event on October 24 in a livestream awards ceremony.
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre Welcomes New Members
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre has announced the investiture of the 2022 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre has announced the investiture of the 2022 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
2021 Hewes Design Awards Announced
Legendary costume designers Toni-Leslie James and Ann Roth each will be honored with a Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design, bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 57th annual event on November 1 in a livestream awards ceremony.
Legendary costume designers Toni-Leslie James and Ann Roth each will be honored with a Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design, bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 57th annual event on November 1 in a livestream awards ceremony.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Ming Cho Lee been nominated for?
Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards), Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Don Carlos, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for K2, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Merchant of Venice , Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mourning Becomes Electra, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Macbeth, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for K2, Best Set and Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for K2, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for K2, Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for K2, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for Ergo and Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for Electra.
What awards has Ming Cho Lee won?
Ming Cho Lee has received several prestigious awards, including the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards). He won Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards for K2 and also received the Best Set and Lighting Design award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for K2. Additionally, he won the Scenic Design award from The Hewes Awards for both K2 and Ergo, as well as the Scenic Design award from The Hewes Awards for Electra.
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