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BIO

Richard Hudson was born in Zimbabwe and educated in Zimbabwe and England. In 1988 he won a Laurence Olivier Award for designing a season of seven plays at the Old Vic Theatre, London. His set designs for The Lion King have won numerous awards, including a Tony® in 1998. He is a Royal Designer for Industry (RDI). In 2003 he won the Gold Medal for Set Design at the Prague Quadriennale, and in 2005 he was given an honorary doctorate by the University of Surrey. He has designed sets and costumes for the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre, the Young Vic and the Gate, London. In opera he has worked at the Royal Opera, English National Opera, La Scala Milan, Metropolitan Opera New York, Opera National de Paris, Lyric Opera Chicago, Staatsoper Vienna, Glyndebourne Festival Opera and in Zurich, Munich, Amsterdam, Venice, Florence, Turin, Bregenz, Houston and Washington.

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LeopoldstadtLeopoldstadt
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Scenic Design
Habeas CorpusHabeas Corpus
 
[West End, 2021]
Set and Costume Designer
The Lion King West EndThe Lion King West End
 
[West End, 2021]
Scenic Designer
LeopoldstadtLeopoldstadt
 
[West End, 2021]
Set Designer
The Lion KingThe Lion King
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Scenic Designer
The Lion KingThe Lion King
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Scenic Designer
Which Witch
 
[West End, 1992]
Scenic Designer
La Bete
 
[Broadway, 1991]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Into the Woods
 
[West End, 1990]
Scenic Designer

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

Richard Hudson, Leopoldstadt

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Set Designer

Richard Hudson, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Set Design - Musical

Richard Hudson, The Lion King


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Set Design

Richard Hudson - , The Lion King


winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Scenic Design

Richard Hudson, The Lion King


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Revival-Play

Richard Hudson, The Lion King

Olivier Awards - 1996 - Best Costume Designer

Richard HudsonVolpone

Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Choreography

Richard Hudson, La Bete

Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Set Design

Richard Hudson, La Bete


winner
The Hewes Awards - 1991 - Scenic and Costume Design

Richard Hudson, La Bete

Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Scenic Design

Richard Hudson, La Bête


winner
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year

Richard HudsonPerformance Season

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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).
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).
Broadway Buying Guide: December 30, 2024- It's GYPSY's Turn on Top Photo
Broadway Buying Guide: December 30, 2024- It's GYPSY's Turn on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 30, 2024

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 30, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 23, 2024- HAMILTON Is Back on Top Photo
Broadway Buying Guide: December 23, 2024- HAMILTON Is Back on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 23, 2024

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 23, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top Photo
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 16, 2024

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.
THE LION KING Will Return to Anchorage in 2025 Photo
THE LION KING Will Return to Anchorage in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024

Disney’s The Lion King will make its return to  Anchorage at the Atwood Concert Hall during the 25/26 season. Performance dates and times for the Fall 2025 engagement will be announced at a later time.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 9, 2024- Give the Gift of Broadway This Holiday Seaso Photo
Broadway Buying Guide: December 9, 2024- Give the Gift of Broadway This Holiday Season
by Team BWW - Dec 9, 2024

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 Photo
Tickets to THE LION KING in Dallas to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024

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 Photo
Toronto Production of Disney's THE LION KING Extends Through August 30, 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

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 Photo
THE LION KING in Kansas City Tickets Go on Sale This Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024

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 Photo
Video: Inside THE LION KINGOpening Night in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

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!
THE LION KING on Broadway Will Its Celebrate 27th Anniversary Tomorrow Photo
THE LION KING on Broadway Will Its Celebrate 27th Anniversary Tomorrow
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

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!
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To The Bushnell In November Photo
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To The Bushnell In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024

Disney's THE LION KING returns to The Bushnell on November 13.
Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Thi Photo
Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Third Act
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 20, 2024

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 Photo
Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024

Experience the magic of DISNEY'S THE LION KING as it returns to Fort Lauderdale.
Danny Grumich & More to Join THE LION KING North American Tour Photo
Danny Grumich & More to Join THE LION KING North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

The North American tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome Danny Grumich as Pumbaa and Thom Christopher Warren as the Standby for Scar, Zazu, Timon & Pumbaa. Learn more about the new cast and see how to purchase tickets to the tour!
Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At Miller Auditorium Next Week Photo
Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At Miller Auditorium Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2024

Tickets for Disney’s THE LION KING at Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo will be available starting Tuesday, Sept. 24.
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Peace Center Photo
Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Peace Center
by Elizabeth Cortes - Sep 19, 2024

The crown jewel of Broadway roars into upstate South Carolina
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Richard Hudson been nominated for?

Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Leopoldstadt, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Set Design - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Best Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King, Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Revival-Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for Volpone , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for La Bete, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for La Bete, Scenic and Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for La Bete, Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for La Bête and Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Performance Season.

What awards has Richard Hudson won?

Richard Hudson has won several prestigious awards for his work in theatrical set design. These include: - Outstanding Set Design - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Best Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King - Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for The Lion King - Outstanding Revival-Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King - Scenic and Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for La Bete - Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Performance Season.

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