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BIO

Mark Thompson's work for the National Theatre includes The Alchemist, Once in a Lifetime, Henry IV Parts 1 & 2, Duchess of Malfi, Life x 3, The Wind in the Willows, The Madness of George III, Arcadia, Pericles, What the Butler Saw and The Day I Stood Still. Recent work elsewhere includes And Then There Were None (Gielgud); Bombay Dreams (London and Broadway); The Lady in The Van (Queen's), Follies (New York (set only); Dr Dolittle & Blast! (Apollo Hammersmith).



For the RSC: Hamlet, Measure for Measure, The Wizard of Oz, Much Ado About Nothing, The Comedy of Errors and The Unexpected Man; at the Royal Court: Piano/Forte, The Woman Before, Wild East, Mouth to Mouth, Six Degrees of Separation, Hysteria, The Kitchen, and Never Land; for the Donmar: Twelfth Night, Uncle Vanya (costumes only), The Blue Room, Insignificance, Company (also Albery), and The Front Page; for the Almeida: Volpone, Betrayal, Party Time and Butterfly Kiss.

Other theatre includes Art, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Shadowland. Opera: Falstaff (Scottish Opera), Peter Grimes (Opera North), Ariadne Auf Naxos (Salzburg), Il Viaggio à Reims (ROH), Hansel and Gretel (Sydney), The Two Widows (ENO), Queen of Spades (New York), and Montag aus licht (costumes; Milan). Ballet: Don Quixote (Royal Ballet).

Film: Costume Design for The Madness of King George.

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Productions

Tina: The Tina Turner MusicalTina: The Tina Turner Musical
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Set & Costume Design
The Southbury ChildThe Southbury Child
 
[West End, 2022]
Set Designer
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Non Eq)Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Non Eq)
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Original scenic and costume design[Replacement]
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[West End, 2021]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Tina - The Tina Turner MusicalTina - The Tina Turner Musical
 
[West End, 2021]
Costume Designer
Set Designer
Costume Design
Set Design
Tina: The Tina Turner MusicalTina: The Tina Turner Musical
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Set and Costume Design
Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Chocolate Factory
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Set and Costume Design[Replacement]
Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Chocolate Factory
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Scenic and Costume Designer
ArtArt
 
[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
Designer[Replacement]
The Taming of the ShrewThe Taming of the Shrew
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Set and Costumer Designer
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[Las Vegas, 2014]
Production Designer
A Raisin in the SunA Raisin in the Sun
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Scenic Designer
Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryCharlie and the Chocolate Factory
 
[West End, 2013]
Set & Costume Designer
One Man, Two GuvnorsOne Man, Two Guvnors
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Costume Designer
Set Designer
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Producer
Stick FlyStick Fly
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Producer
One Man, Two GuvnorsOne Man, Two Guvnors
 
[West End, 2011]
Designer
La BeteLa Bete
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
La BeteLa Bete
 
[West End, 2010]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
God of CarnageGod of Carnage
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 
[West End, 2007]
Scenic Designer
Bombay DreamsBombay Dreams
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Scenic Designer
Settings/Costumes
Costume Designer
Life (x) 3
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Bombay Dreams
 
[West End, 2002]
Production
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Mamma Mia!Mamma Mia!
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Blast!
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Costume Designer
Settings/Costumes
Scenic Designer
Follies
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
The Unexpected Man
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Mamma Mia!
 
[Toronto, 2000]
Settings/Costumes
Wise Guys
 
[New York, 1999]
Scenic Designer
The Blue Room
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Doctor Dolittle
 
[West End, 1998]
Scenery/Costumes
Art
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Company
 
[West End, 1995]
Settings/Costumes
Arcadia
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Settings/Costumes
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 
[West End, 1991]
Settings/Costumes
Shadowlands
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
A Little Night Music
 
[West End, 1989]
Settings/Costumes
Cabaret
 
[West End, 1986]
Scenery/Costumes

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Costume Design of a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical

Mark Thompson, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical


winner
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Costume Design

Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory

Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Set Design

Mark ThompsonCharlie And The Chocolate Factory

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Set Design

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, One Man, Two Guvnors

Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, London Assurance

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Mark Thompson, La Bête

Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Set Design

Mark ThompsonEngland People Very Nice


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Set Designs - Musical

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Costume Design

Mark Thompson, Bombay Dreams

The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Mark Thompson, The Unexpected Man

Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Blue Room

Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonArt

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Set Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia

Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Scenic Design

Mark Thompson, Arcadia


winner
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonHysteria


winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Costume Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors


winner
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Comedy Of Errors, RSC

Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Costume Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows


winner
Olivier Awards - 1991 - Best Set Designer

Mark ThompsonThe Wind In The Willows

Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year

Mark Thompson, The Wizard Of Oz

Olivier Awards - 1988 - Designer of the Year

Mark ThompsonMeasure For Measure

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Video: Watch Highlights of the Broadway-Bound Cast of MAMMA MIA! Photo
Video: Watch Highlights of the Broadway-Bound Cast of MAMMA MIA!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 13, 2025

With just 50 days to go until MAMMA MIA! returns home to Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre, the global smash hit musical has released a new video trailer featuring the Broadway-bound company. 
Final Cast Set For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL in London Photo
Final Cast Set For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

The West End production of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL has announced the final cast for the production, which will end its run at the Aldwych Theatre in September.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Takes The BJCC Concert Hall Stage This Month Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Takes The BJCC Concert Hall Stage This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will close out the 24–25 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series at the BJCC Concert Hall, June 24–29, 2025. TINA – The Tina Turner Musical was written by Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall with Frank Ketelaar and Kees Prins.
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Playing Now At Cadillac Palace Theatre Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Playing Now At Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025

Broadway In Chicago will present TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph Street) through June 8. Starring Meghan Dawson as Tina Turner.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Multi-Year International Tour to Launch This Fall Photo
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Multi-Year International Tour to Launch This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025

Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia are launching a multi-year international tour of Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY in October 2025.
George Clooney’s GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK to Air Live on CNN Photo
George Clooney’s GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK to Air Live on CNN
by Joshua Wright - May 15, 2025

CNN will air George Clooney’s Good Night, and Good Luck live from Broadway on June 7. The broadcast includes pre- and post-show coverage on journalism and features Clooney as Edward R. Murrow.
Review: MAMMA MIA! al Teatro Arcimboldi Milano Photo
Review: MAMMA MIA! al Teatro Arcimboldi Milano
by Sara Altea Balestra - May 7, 2025

Uno dei musical più amati torna a Milano, questa volta in lingua originale, come tappa del tour internazionale che ha conquistato il mondo: il MAMMA MIA! International tour ha toccato 42 paesi negli ultimi 20 anni, con più di 3.750 repliche e oltre 7,3 milioni di spettatori.
MAMMA MIA! Broadway Return Finds its Full Cast Photo
MAMMA MIA! Broadway Return Finds its Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025

The 30-member company who will bring the global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA!, the ultimate feel-good show set to the timeless songs of ABBA, home to Broadway this summer has been announced.
MARK'S SPECTACULAR SCIENCE SHOW Comes to Edinburgh Festival Fringe Photo
MARK'S SPECTACULAR SCIENCE SHOW Comes to Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2025

Science broadcaster and author Mark Thompson is returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year with his critically acclaimed Mark’s Spectacular Science Show, which will play at the National Museum of Scotland.
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL On Sale Tomorrow Cadillac Palace Theatre Photo
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL On Sale Tomorrow Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2025

Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for the smash hit TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will go on sale tomorrow. TINA will play a strictly limited one-week engagement at Cadillac Palace Theatre from June 3 to June 8.
MAMMA MIA! Extends Booking Through March 2026 Photo
MAMMA MIA! Extends Booking Through March 2026
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025

Global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! will extend its booking period to Saturday 28 March 2026 at London's Novello Theatre, with tickets on sale from Friday 4 April.
ROCK OF AGES to be Presented at PCS Theater in April Photo
ROCK OF AGES to be Presented at PCS Theater in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

Get ready to turn up the volume as PCS Theater presents Rock of Ages, a high-energy musical celebration of 1980s rock anthems, big dreams, and even bigger hair. Learn more!
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Rolls Onto the Vancouver Stage Photo
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Rolls Onto the Vancouver Stage
by Alyson Eng - Mar 30, 2025

Beyond the flashy, electrifying spirit that Tina Turner brought to the 1980s music scene, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical delivers a powerful story of passion, resilience, and heart that captivates from beginning to end. Playing at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, BC from March 25 to 30, this latest musical presented by Broadway Across Canada takes audiences on an emotional journey through the life of global music icon: Tina Turner.
Photos: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Celebrates 7 Years Photo
Photos: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Celebrates 7 Years
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

TINA - The Tina Turner Musical celebrated its 7th Birthday of the West End run with a gala performance where Karis Anderson starred as the music icon. See photos here!
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Dazzles Edmonton Photo
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Dazzles Edmonton
by Sarah Dussome - Mar 13, 2025

Jayna Elise delivers an exceptional performance as the Queen of Rock ‘n Roll.
Tickets to MAMMA MIA! on Broadway To Go On Sale Tomorrow Photo
Tickets to MAMMA MIA! on Broadway To Go On Sale Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2025

Tickets for the Broadway return engagement of MAMMA MIA!, featuring the songs of ABBA, will go on sale to the general public tomorrow – Friday, March 14. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Broadway Sacramento Photo
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Broadway Sacramento
by Courtney Symes - Mar 7, 2025

Explosively energetic, just like the woman herself, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical is a celebration of life, determination, and indomitable human spirit. Its 2019 Broadway premiere garnered twelve Tony Award nominations, including a win for Best Leading Actress. Now on its second National Tour, it’s come to Broadway Sacramento for a limited time.
MAMMA MIA! Will Return to Broadway This Summer Photo
MAMMA MIA! Will Return to Broadway This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

A decade after closing, Mamma Mia! will return to Broadway this summer! Discover the return of MAMMA MIA! on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre. Join the excitement as this beloved musical begins its run on August 2, bringing ABBA's timeless hits back to the stage.
MAMMA MIA! UK Tour Adds Additional Dates and Venues Photo
MAMMA MIA! UK Tour Adds Additional Dates and Venues
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

MAMMA MIA! will embark on a new UK tour from 24 October 2025 and has announced additional dates and venues. Learn more about where to catch the tour here!
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Washington Pavilion Photo
TINA â€" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Washington Pavilion
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will premiere at the Washington Pavilion with four performances this month. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Mark Thompson been nominated for?

Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Outstanding Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Costume Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for London Assurance, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for La Bête, Best Set Design (Olivier Awards) for England People Very Nice, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Outstanding Set Designs - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Best Costume Design (Olivier Awards) for Bombay Dreams, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Unexpected Man, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Blue Room, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for Art , Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Arcadia, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Arcadia, Best Scenic Design (Tony Awards) for Arcadia, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for Hysteria , Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Comedy Of Errors, Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Comedy Of Errors, RSC, Best Costume Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Wind In The Willows , Best Set Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Wind In The Willows, Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Wizard Of Oz and Designer of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Measure For Measure.

What awards has Mark Thompson won?

Mark Thompson has won the Outstanding Costume Design award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. He received the Best Costume Design award at the Olivier Awards for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory. Additionally, he won the Outstanding Costume Design and Outstanding Set Designs - Musical awards at the Drama Desk Awards for Bombay Dreams. At the Olivier Awards, he was honored as Best Set Designer for Hysteria, Best Costume Designer for The Comedy Of Errors, Best Set Designer for The Comedy Of Errors with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), and Best Set Designer for The Wind In The Willows.

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