Nicholas Hytner
Latest News on Nicholas Hytner:
Video: Watch Jonathan Bailey In the RICHARD II Curtain Call (Mar 10, 2025)
Full Cast Set For West End Transfer of GIANT Starring John Lithgow (Mar 6, 2025)
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, GIANTS, THE YEARS, and More Nominated For 2025 Olivier Awards; Full List! (Mar 4, 2025)
Video: Watch Jonathan Bailey In the RICHARD II Curtain Call (Mar 10, 2025)
Full Cast Set For West End Transfer of GIANT Starring John Lithgow (Mar 6, 2025)
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, GIANTS, THE YEARS, and More Nominated For 2025 Olivier Awards; Full List! (Mar 4, 2025)
BIO
Nicholas Hytner has been Director of the National Theatre since 2003, and heads a team that produces around 20 new shows each year.
Since 1989 he has directed 28 productions at the National, including The Madness of George III, Henry V, His Dark Materials, The History Boys, Stuff Happens, Henry IV Parts 1 and 2, Much Ado About Nothing, England People Very Nice, Phedre, The Habit of Art, London Assurance, Hamlet and Collaborators.
On Broadway he has directed The History Boys, Sweet Smell of Success and Miss Saigon; and at Lincoln Center Theater Carousel and Twelfth Night.
He has directed opera at the Royal Opera House, the Metropolitan Opera (Don Carlo, 2010) and the Paris Opera.
Films: The Madness of King George, The Crucible, The Object of My Affection, The History Boys.
He has won two Tony awards for directing Carousel and The History Boys, and one as producer of War Horse.
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Awards and Nominations
Evening Standard Awards - 2013 - Best Director
Nicholas HytnerOthello
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2012 - Best Director
Nicholas Hytner TImon of Athens
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2012 - Lebedev Special Award
Nicholas Hytner
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, One Man, Two Guvnors
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, One Man, Two Guvnors
winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Play
Nicholas Hytner, War Horse
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, The History Boys
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, The History Boys
winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Direction of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, The History Boys
winner
Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Director
Nicholas HytnerHistory Boys
Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Director
Nicholas HytnerOrpheus Descending
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Carousel
winner
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Direction of a Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Carousel
winner
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Director of a Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Carousel
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1991 - Best Director
Nicholas Hytner , Miss Saigon
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Miss Saigon
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Director of the Year
Nicholas HytnerGhetto
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1989 - Best Director
Nicholas HytnerGhetto
Videos
Photos/Video: Jonathan Bailey and More in Rehearsal For RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - 2025-01-07 05:41:23
Video: Get a First Look at Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-04-05 15:40:26
VIDEO: Helen Mirren Accepts the Life Achievement Award at the SAG Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2022-02-28 06:44:32
Broadway Rewind: James Corden Returns to Broadway in ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-08-31 17:25:20
VIDEO: Learn More About the History of Rodgers & Hammerstein's CAROUSEL
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-19 17:06:51
VIDEO: Allison Janney Talks About Pranking Nicholas Hytner on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-10-03 21:36:48
STAGE TUBE: Stephen Wight and More at Press Night of MCQUEEN
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-05-27 07:21:06
VIDEO: First Look at JK Rowling's THE CAUAL VACANCY Mini-Series
by Caryn Robbins - 2015-02-02 13:21:18
STAGE TUBE: International Touring Cast of WEST SIDE STORY Lip-Syncs to Icona Pop's 'I Love It'
by Stage Tube - 2013-10-08 17:19:56
TV: First Look at Charlie Brady, Katie Boren & More in Highlights of MISS SAIGON at Starlight
by Christina Mancuso - 2013-09-10 19:03:35
STAGE TUBE: James Corden on Getting Engaged, David Beckham and More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-06-20 11:20:06
STAGE TUBE: ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS' James Corden Talks His NY Experience
by Stage Tube - 2012-06-01 16:48:12
News
Video: Watch Jonathan Bailey In the RICHARD II Curtain Call
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2025
Watch Jonathan Bailey (Wicked, Bridgerton, Company) in the curtain call for Richard II, directed by Nicholas Hytner. Watch the new video from the Bridge Theatre now!
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2025
Watch Jonathan Bailey (Wicked, Bridgerton, Company) in the curtain call for Richard II, directed by Nicholas Hytner. Watch the new video from the Bridge Theatre now!
Full Cast Set For West End Transfer of GIANT Starring John Lithgow
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT, written by Mark Rosenblatt, directed by Nicholas Hytner and designed by Bob Crowley.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT, written by Mark Rosenblatt, directed by Nicholas Hytner and designed by Bob Crowley.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, GIANTS, THE YEARS, and More Nominated For 2025 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
The nominations have been announced for the Olivier Awards 2025. Among the nominees are Fiddler on the Roof, Giants, and The Years. Check out the full list of nominees here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
The nominations have been announced for the Olivier Awards 2025. Among the nominees are Fiddler on the Roof, Giants, and The Years. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2025 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025
hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025
hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
INTO THE WOODS and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Come to the Bridge Theatre This Year
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
London Theatre Company has announced two further productions opening at the Bridge Theatre during 2025, including a new staging of Into The Woods as well as the return of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
London Theatre Company has announced two further productions opening at the Bridge Theatre during 2025, including a new staging of Into The Woods as well as the return of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 20, 2025
by - Feb 20, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 20, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: Jonathan Bailey in RICHARD II - What did the Critics Think?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 19, 2025
Richard II is played by Jonathan Bailey, whose past work includes Bridgerton, Fellow Travellers, Cassio in Nicholas Hytner’s National Theatre production of Othello and Edgar to Ian McKellen’s King Lear. He has also won an Olivier Award for his role of Jamie in Company and is Fiyero in the Wicked movie. What did the critics think of the show?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 19, 2025
Richard II is played by Jonathan Bailey, whose past work includes Bridgerton, Fellow Travellers, Cassio in Nicholas Hytner’s National Theatre production of Othello and Edgar to Ian McKellen’s King Lear. He has also won an Olivier Award for his role of Jamie in Company and is Fiyero in the Wicked movie. What did the critics think of the show?
Review: RICHARD II, Starring Jonathan Bailey
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 18, 2025
A nation in need, an unsuitable king, banishments, murders, attempted coups. Richard II has it all and so does Jonathan Bailey. He might be dancing through Hollywood and hanging out with the biggest celebs, but he proves that he’s still one of us with this triumphant return to the stage.
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 18, 2025
A nation in need, an unsuitable king, banishments, murders, attempted coups. Richard II has it all and so does Jonathan Bailey. He might be dancing through Hollywood and hanging out with the biggest celebs, but he proves that he’s still one of us with this triumphant return to the stage.
Photos: Jonathan Bailey and More in RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
London Theatre Company has released photos of Richard II. Starring Jonathan Bailey and directed by Nicholas Hytner, this fresh take on Shakespeare’s subtle, caustic and powerful play is currently playing the Bridge Theatre until 10 May 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
London Theatre Company has released photos of Richard II. Starring Jonathan Bailey and directed by Nicholas Hytner, this fresh take on Shakespeare’s subtle, caustic and powerful play is currently playing the Bridge Theatre until 10 May 2025.
Rialto Chatter: Will GIANT Starring John Lithgow Transfer to Broadway?
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
With the John Lithgow-led play Giant transferring to the West End in April, it may have its sights set on Broadway next. Learn more about the future of this new play about Roald Dahl here.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
With the John Lithgow-led play Giant transferring to the West End in April, it may have its sights set on Broadway next. Learn more about the future of this new play about Roald Dahl here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 15, 2025
by - Jan 15, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jan 15, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Jonathan Bailey Rehearses For RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
London Theatre Company has released new photos from the Richard II rehearsal room, starring Jonathan Bailey of Wicked, Bridgerton and Company fame and directed by Nicholas Hytner. Check out the new photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
London Theatre Company has released new photos from the Richard II rehearsal room, starring Jonathan Bailey of Wicked, Bridgerton and Company fame and directed by Nicholas Hytner. Check out the new photos here!
Photos/Video: Jonathan Bailey and More in Rehearsal For RICHARD II
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
All new photos and video footage have been released of Jonathan Bailey and the company of Richard II on their first day of rehearsals. Learn more about the new West End production of Richard II here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
All new photos and video footage have been released of Jonathan Bailey and the company of Richard II on their first day of rehearsals. Learn more about the new West End production of Richard II here!
Set Pieces From The Bridge Theatre's GUYS & DOLLS Now Available on eBay
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025
The neon signs from The Bridge Theatre's production of Guys and Dolls are now available for bidding on eBay! The production began performances on 3 March, 2023 and will play its final performance on 4 January 2025.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025
The neon signs from The Bridge Theatre's production of Guys and Dolls are now available for bidding on eBay! The production began performances on 3 March, 2023 and will play its final performance on 4 January 2025.
St Martin In The Fields Launches New London Literary Event THE CONVERSATION
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024
St Martin In The Fields will present THE CONVERSATION, running Tuesdays At 6.30pm from 14th January – 22nd April 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024
St Martin In The Fields will present THE CONVERSATION, running Tuesdays At 6.30pm from 14th January – 22nd April 2025.
John Lithgow-Led GIANT Tickets Go on Sale Today
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2024
The West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT starring John Lithgow will go on sale at 12pm on 9 December. Learn more about how to get tickets to the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2024
The West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT starring John Lithgow will go on sale at 12pm on 9 December. Learn more about how to get tickets to the upcoming production here!
GIANT Starring John Lithgow Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024
The Royal Court Theatre's production of Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT will have a 14 week limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024
The Royal Court Theatre's production of Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT will have a 14 week limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End. Learn more about the show here!
Cast Set to Join Jonathan Bailey in RICHARD II at the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
London Theatre Company has announced the full cast for the brand-new production of Richard II opening in February starring Jonathan Bailey. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
London Theatre Company has announced the full cast for the brand-new production of Richard II opening in February starring Jonathan Bailey. Learn more about the cast here!
John Lithgow Hopes Roald Dahl Play GIANT Will Have a Run in America
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024
In a new interview John Lithgow has revealed that he hopes Giant, the play about Roald Dahl in which Lithgow stars in the West End, will cross the pond and have a run in America.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024
In a new interview John Lithgow has revealed that he hopes Giant, the play about Roald Dahl in which Lithgow stars in the West End, will cross the pond and have a run in America.
Review Roundup: GIANT at The Royal Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Giant at the Royal Court Theatre. Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play Giant, is directed by Nicholas Hytner. Learn more about the production and read the reviews.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Giant at the Royal Court Theatre. Mark Rosenblatt’s debut play Giant, is directed by Nicholas Hytner. Learn more about the production and read the reviews.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Nicholas Hytner been nominated for?
Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Othello, Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for TImon of Athens, Lebedev Special Award (Evening Standard Awards), Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors , Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Play (Tony Awards) for War Horse, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The History Boys, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The History Boys, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The History Boys, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for History Boys, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Orpheus Descending, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Carousel, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Carousel, Best Director of a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Carousel, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Miss Saigon, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Miss Saigon, Director of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Ghetto and Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Ghetto.
What awards has Nicholas Hytner won?
Nicholas Hytner has won several prestigious awards throughout his career. These include Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for Timon of Athens, the Lebedev Special Award at the Evening Standard Awards, and Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for One Man, Two Guvnors. He received the Tony Award for Best Play for War Horse, as well as multiple awards for The History Boys, including Outstanding Director of a Play at both the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards, and Best Director at the Olivier Awards. Additionally, he was recognized for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Carousel and Best Director of a Musical at the Olivier Awards for Carousel. He also won Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for Ghetto.
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