Willa Kim
Latest News on Willa Kim:
TDF To Celebrate 50 Years of the Costume Collection At April Benefit (Feb 21, 2025)
TCG Reveals The 2024 Recipients Of Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship (Jul 17, 2024)
Ann Hould-Ward and Richard Hudson Receive TDF's Irene Sharaff Awards (Feb 15, 2024)
TDF To Celebrate 50 Years of the Costume Collection At April Benefit (Feb 21, 2025)
TCG Reveals The 2024 Recipients Of Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship (Jul 17, 2024)
Ann Hould-Ward and Richard Hudson Receive TDF's Irene Sharaff Awards (Feb 15, 2024)
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Productions
[Off-Broadway, 1965]
Costume Designer
Awards and Nominations
The Lortels - 2007 - Outstanding Costume Design
Willa Kim, Adrift in Macao
winner
Obie Awards - 2005 - Costume design
Willa Kim, Woman Before A Glass
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Set, Costume and Lighting Design
Willa Kim, Four Baboons Adoring the Sun
winner
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Costume Design
Willa Kim , The Will Rogers Follies
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Costume Design
Willa Kim , Legs Diamond
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Costume Design
Willa Kim, Legs Diamond
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Costume Design
Willa Kim , Song and Dance
winner
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Costume Design
Willa Kim, Sophisticated Ladies
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Costume Design
Willa Kim, Dancin'
Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Costume Design
Willa Kim, Goodtime Charley
Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Costume Design
Willa Kim, Goodtime Charley
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1972 - Outstanding Costume Design
Willa KimThe Screens
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1972 - Costume Design
Willa KimScreens
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1970 - Oustanding Costume Design
Willa Kim, Promenade
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1970 - Outstanding Costume Design
Willa Kim, Operation Sidewinder
winner
Obie Awards - 1965 - Design (Costumes)
Willa Kim , The Old Glory
Videos
Video: Preview the Costumes of 'The Wondrous Willa Kim' at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-22 13:52:51
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Lisa Brescia, George Dvorsky and More in Highlights of Ogunquit's VICTOR/VICTORIA
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-07-06 12:19:59
News
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).
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).
TCG Reveals The 2024 Recipients Of Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2024
Theatre Communications Group has revealed the 2024 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship, recognizing emerging talent in costume design. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2024
Theatre Communications Group has revealed the 2024 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship, recognizing emerging talent in costume design. Learn more!
Ann Hould-Ward and Richard Hudson Receive TDF's Irene Sharaff Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 15, 2024
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.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 15, 2024
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.
Original LEGS DIAMOND Cast Will Reunite at New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 17, 2023
On Monday, December 4, The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will host a reunion of the original cast of the Tony-nominated Broadway musical Legs Diamond.
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 17, 2023
On Monday, December 4, The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will host a reunion of the original cast of the Tony-nominated Broadway musical Legs Diamond.
Recap the 2023 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2023
The 76th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2023
The 76th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
Broadway By Design: Bartelme, Jung, Grill & Ross Bring DANCIN' from Page to Stage
by Team BWW - May 10, 2023
We continue Broadway By Design with the creatives from Broadway's iconic celebration of dance, Bob Fosse's Dancin'- Costume Designers Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung, Lighting Designer David Grill, and Video Designer Finn Ross.
by Team BWW - May 10, 2023
We continue Broadway By Design with the creatives from Broadway's iconic celebration of dance, Bob Fosse's Dancin'- Costume Designers Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung, Lighting Designer David Grill, and Video Designer Finn Ross.
TCG Announces 2023 Recipients of Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2023
Theatre Communications Group has announced Kaʻiukapu Baker, Claudia Brownlee, and Lia Wallfish as the recipients of The Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship 2023.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2023
Theatre Communications Group has announced Kaʻiukapu Baker, Claudia Brownlee, and Lia Wallfish as the recipients of The Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship 2023.
Video: Preview the Costumes of 'The Wondrous Willa Kim' at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2023
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center celebrates the long and colorful career of costume designer Willa Kim in her first-ever major retrospective exhibition, The Wondrous Willa Kim: Costume Designs for Actors and Dancers. In this video, Richard Ridge gives us a sneak peek at the new exhibit.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2023
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center celebrates the long and colorful career of costume designer Willa Kim in her first-ever major retrospective exhibition, The Wondrous Willa Kim: Costume Designs for Actors and Dancers. In this video, Richard Ridge gives us a sneak peek at the new exhibit.
A CLOCKWORK ORANGE Producer Si Litvinoff Passes Away at 93
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Si Litvinoff, the visionary producer whose foresight in cinema art led to perennial classics such as Stanley Kubrick's “A Clockwork Orange,” Nicolas Roeg's “Walkabout”, 'The Man Who Fell to Earth,' starring David Bowie, and more passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. He was 93.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Si Litvinoff, the visionary producer whose foresight in cinema art led to perennial classics such as Stanley Kubrick's “A Clockwork Orange,” Nicolas Roeg's “Walkabout”, 'The Man Who Fell to Earth,' starring David Bowie, and more passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. He was 93.
Applications Open For The Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2022
Theatre Communications Group has opened the application for The Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship! This is a valuable opportunity that we don't want students to miss out on!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2022
Theatre Communications Group has opened the application for The Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship! This is a valuable opportunity that we don't want students to miss out on!
First Ever Book On The History Of The Theatre Costume Business is Out Now
by Gigi Gervais - Dec 12, 2021
Taylor & Francis Group, the largest publisher in performing arts, has released the first book on the history of the theatre-costume business under its Routledge imprint. Written by a trio of practicing professionals with vast and varied experience, the book features interviews with award-winning actors, designers, and the costume makers themselves.
by Gigi Gervais - Dec 12, 2021
Taylor & Francis Group, the largest publisher in performing arts, has released the first book on the history of the theatre-costume business under its Routledge imprint. Written by a trio of practicing professionals with vast and varied experience, the book features interviews with award-winning actors, designers, and the costume makers themselves.
Spring 2020 Programs Announced at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2020
Spring 2020 programs have been announced at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2020
Spring 2020 programs have been announced at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
BWW Interview: Farah Alvin of FARAH ALVIN at The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 29, 2019
Broadway veteran and regional theater actress Farah Alvin returns to her roots with her first solo nightclub act in many years, as The Green Room 42 invites her to their stages to do some of her favorite 70s tunes.
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 29, 2019
Broadway veteran and regional theater actress Farah Alvin returns to her roots with her first solo nightclub act in many years, as The Green Room 42 invites her to their stages to do some of her favorite 70s tunes.
VICTOR/VICTORIA Closes Moonlight Stage Productions' Summer Season
by Julie Musbach - Aug 20, 2019
Moonlight Stage Productions concludes its 39th summer season with the San Diego Regional Premiere of a?oeVictor/Victoria,a?? September 11 - 27, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, priced $17 - $57, are on sale now online at moonlightstage.com or by phone by calling VisTix at (760) 724-2110.
by Julie Musbach - Aug 20, 2019
Moonlight Stage Productions concludes its 39th summer season with the San Diego Regional Premiere of a?oeVictor/Victoria,a?? September 11 - 27, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, priced $17 - $57, are on sale now online at moonlightstage.com or by phone by calling VisTix at (760) 724-2110.
TCG Announces The Recipients Of Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2019
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, is pleased to announce the recipients of The Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship 2019. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim, the Scholarship provides exceptionally talented costume designers who are enrolled in a university or professional training program with the opportunity to supplement their fine arts training in hand-drawing and painting. The Scholarship honors costume designer Willa Kim's legacy and her life's work as a pioneer, legend, and inspiration for many of today's theatre artists.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2019
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, is pleased to announce the recipients of The Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship 2019. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim, the Scholarship provides exceptionally talented costume designers who are enrolled in a university or professional training program with the opportunity to supplement their fine arts training in hand-drawing and painting. The Scholarship honors costume designer Willa Kim's legacy and her life's work as a pioneer, legend, and inspiration for many of today's theatre artists.
National Ballet of Canada's Marjory Fielding Retires After 24 Years
by Julie Musbach - Jan 10, 2019
Karen Kain, Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada announced today that after 24 years of service, Wardrobe Supervisor Marjory Fielding is retiring from the National Ballet. Ms. Fielding's final day at the National Ballet will be January 11, 2019.
by Julie Musbach - Jan 10, 2019
Karen Kain, Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada announced today that after 24 years of service, Wardrobe Supervisor Marjory Fielding is retiring from the National Ballet. Ms. Fielding's final day at the National Ballet will be January 11, 2019.
Holly Hynes and Zack Brown Among 2018 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awardees
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2018
Legendary ballet costume designer HOLLY HYNES and costume and scenic designer ZACK BROWN are among the 2018 TDF/Irene Sharaff Award recipients which were just announced by TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts. Ms. Hynes was selected to receive the 2018 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design and Mr. Brown will receive the Robert L. B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design. The awards are presented through TDF's Costume Collection. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, April 20, at 6:30pm, at the Edison Ballroom (240 West 47th Street).
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2018
Legendary ballet costume designer HOLLY HYNES and costume and scenic designer ZACK BROWN are among the 2018 TDF/Irene Sharaff Award recipients which were just announced by TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts. Ms. Hynes was selected to receive the 2018 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design and Mr. Brown will receive the Robert L. B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design. The awards are presented through TDF's Costume Collection. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, April 20, at 6:30pm, at the Edison Ballroom (240 West 47th Street).
BWW Review: SAN DIEGO OPERA'S TURANDOT at the Civic Center
by Ron Bierman - Feb 27, 2018
The San Diego Opera's new production of Puccini's Turandot held rapt attention throughout its three acts in spite of a dark plot that's implausible even for opera, and a lead character less loveable than Lady Macbeth. Powerful men from other kingdoms flock to win Princess Turandot's hand by answering three riddles. This being long before the internet, none of the men seem familiar with them when Turandot asks for solutions. This is a serious oversite on their part. Twelve suitors, in the past year alone, have experienced the beheading failure entails. The 13th, Calaf of Tartary, succeeds only to have Turandot renege on her promise to marry the one who has the answers. When her father the emperor insists an oath is an oath, Calaf puts his head on the block again by swearing he will die if Turandot discovers his name by morning, otherwise she must marry him. She agrees, determined to discover his name before the sun rises.
by Ron Bierman - Feb 27, 2018
The San Diego Opera's new production of Puccini's Turandot held rapt attention throughout its three acts in spite of a dark plot that's implausible even for opera, and a lead character less loveable than Lady Macbeth. Powerful men from other kingdoms flock to win Princess Turandot's hand by answering three riddles. This being long before the internet, none of the men seem familiar with them when Turandot asks for solutions. This is a serious oversite on their part. Twelve suitors, in the past year alone, have experienced the beheading failure entails. The 13th, Calaf of Tartary, succeeds only to have Turandot renege on her promise to marry the one who has the answers. When her father the emperor insists an oath is an oath, Calaf puts his head on the block again by swearing he will die if Turandot discovers his name by morning, otherwise she must marry him. She agrees, determined to discover his name before the sun rises.
Foundation ATCA Funds Critic of Color Panel
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2017
The American Theatre Critics Association is making a priority of increasing diversity in our membership and in our profession as a whole. Toward that end, the board of directors of the Foundation of the American Theatre Critics Association voted this week to provide grants enabling three of our members to take part in Being a Critic of Color, a panel at BroadwayCon this January in New York being moderated by Jose Solis.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2017
The American Theatre Critics Association is making a priority of increasing diversity in our membership and in our profession as a whole. Toward that end, the board of directors of the Foundation of the American Theatre Critics Association voted this week to provide grants enabling three of our members to take part in Being a Critic of Color, a panel at BroadwayCon this January in New York being moderated by Jose Solis.
Photo Coverage: LEGS DIAMOND 30th Anniversary Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 4, 2017
FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presented the Original Broadway cast in Legs Diamond 30th Anniversary Reunion Concert on Sunday, December 3 at 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm. The concert was produced and directed by original cast member Jonathan Cerullo and associate producer Carol Baxter. BroadwayWorld attended the show and you can check out photo coverage below!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 4, 2017
FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presented the Original Broadway cast in Legs Diamond 30th Anniversary Reunion Concert on Sunday, December 3 at 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm. The concert was produced and directed by original cast member Jonathan Cerullo and associate producer Carol Baxter. BroadwayWorld attended the show and you can check out photo coverage below!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Willa Kim been nominated for?
Outstanding Costume Design (The Lortels) for Adrift in Macao, Costume design (Obie Awards) for Woman Before A Glass, Best Set, Costume and Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Four Baboons Adoring the Sun, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Will Rogers Follies, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Legs Diamond, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Legs Diamond, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Song and Dance, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Sophisticated Ladies, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Dancin', Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Goodtime Charley, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Goodtime Charley, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Screens, Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for Screens, Oustanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Promenade, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Operation Sidewinder and Design (Costumes) (Obie Awards) for The Old Glory.
What awards has Willa Kim won?
Willa Kim has won several prestigious awards for her costume design, including the following: - Costume Design (Obie Awards) for Woman Before A Glass - Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Will Rogers Follies - Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Sophisticated Ladies - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Screens - Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Screens - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Promenade - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Operation Sidewinder - Design (Costumes) (Obie Awards) for The Old Glory.
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