The Picture of Dorian Gray (play)
| The Picture of Dorian Gray | |
|---|---|
| Written by | Kip Williams |
| Date premiered | November 24, 2020 |
| Place premiered | Roslyn Packer Theatre |
| Original language | English |
| Genre | Drama |
| Official site | |
The Picture of Dorian Gray is a stage play written by Australian writer Kip Williams, based on the 1891 novel of the same name by Oscar Wilde.[1] The play has one performer portraying 26 roles from the original novel.[2]
Production history
Sydney (2020)
Kip Williams wrote the play during the COVID-19 pandemic and it premiered for the Sydney Theatre Company on November 24, 2020 at the Roslyn Packer Theatre, starring Eryn Jean Norvill and directed by Williams. The show received positive critical and audience reception and was extended from its original run until it closed on January 9, 2021.[3] The show then toured in Australia, including a run at the Adelaide Festival in 2022.[4]
West End (2024)
The show transferred to the West End in London in 2024, with Sarah Snook in the lead role. The show opened at the Theatre Royal Haymarket on February 6, 2024 and closed on May 11, 2024. At the 2024 Laurence Olivier Awards, the show won for Best Actress and Best Costume Design.[5]
Broadway (2025)
The show next transferred to Broadway at the Music Box Theatre, with previews beginning on March 10, 2025 and opening on March 27, 2025 again starring Snook and directed by Kip Williams. The show is expected to close on June 29, 2025.[6]
The production received a Drama League Award nomination for Outstanding Production of a Play, in addition to Williams receiving a nomination for Outstanding Direction of a Play, and Snook receiving a nomination for Distinguished Performance.[7]
Cast and characters
| Character | Sydney (2020) | West End (2024) | Broadway (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorian Gray, et al. | Eryn Jean Norvill | Sarah Snook | |
Awards and nominations
Original Sydney production
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Sydney Theatre Awards | Best Mainstage Production | Won | [8] | |
| Best Direction of a Mainstage Production | Kip Williams | Won | |||
| Best Performance in a Leading Role in a Mainstage Production | Eryn Jean Norvill | Won | |||
| Best Stage Design of a Mainstage Production | Marg Horwell and David Bergman | Won | |||
| Best Lighting Design of a Mainstage Production | Nick Schlieper | Nominated | |||
| Best Sound Design of a Mainstage Production | Clemence Williams | Nominated | |||
| 2023 | Green Room Awards (Theatre Companies category) | Best Production | Won | [9] | |
| Outstanding Direction | Kip Williams | Won | |||
| Outstanding Performance | Eryn Jean Norvill | Won | |||
| Outstanding Set Design | Marg Horwell and David Bergman | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Costume Design | Marg Horwell | Won | |||
| Outstanding Ensemble | Nominated | ||||
Original West End production
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Laurence Olivier Awards | Best Actress | Sarah Snook | Won | [10] |
| Best Costume Design | Marg Horwell | Won | |||
| The Stage Debut Awards | Best Creative West End Debut (Direction) | Kip Williams | Nominated | [11] | |
| 2025 | WhatsOnStage Awards | Best Costume Design | Marg Horwell | Nominated | [12] |
| Best Video Design | David Bergman | Nominated | |||
| Best Wigs, Hair and Make Up Design | Marg Horwell | Nominated |
Original Broadway production
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Tony Awards | Best Actress in a Play | Sarah Snook | Won | [13] |
| Best Direction of a Play | Kip Williams | Nominated | |||
| Best Scenic Design in a Play | David Bergman and Marg Horwell | Nominated | |||
| Best Costume Design in a Play | Marg Horwell | Won | |||
| Best Lighting Design in a Play | Nick Schlieper | Nominated | |||
| Best Sound Design in a Play | Clemence Williams | Nominated | |||
| Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play | Sarah Snook | Won | [14] | |
| Outstanding Director of a Play | Kip Williams | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Sound Design in a Play | Clemence Williams | Nominated | |||
| Outstanding Projection and Video Design | David Bergman | Won | |||
| Unique Theatrical Experience | Won | ||||
| Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Play | Nominated | [15] | ||
| Outstanding Direction of a Play | Kip Williams | Nominated | |||
| Distinguished Performance | Sarah Snook | Nominated | |||
| Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Solo Performance | Won | [16] | ||
| Outstanding Video/Projections | David Bergman | Won | |||
| Theatre World Awards | Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance | Sarah Snook | Honored | [17] | |
| Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards | Favorite New Play | Nominated | [18][19] | ||
| Favorite Leading Actress in a Play | Sarah Snook | Nominated | |||
| Favorite Breakthrough Performance (Female) | Nominated | ||||
| Performance of the Year (Play) | Nominated | ||||
| Dorian Theater Awards | Outstanding Broadway Play | Nominated | [20] | ||
| Outstanding Lead Performance in a Broadway Play | Sarah Snook | Won | |||
Film adaptation
In April 2024, Cate Blanchett's film production company Dirty Films acquired the screening rights to The Picture of Dorian Gray.[21]
References
- ^ Tongue, Cassie (2020-11-29). "The Picture of Dorian Gray review – Eryn Jean Norvill dazzles in ambitious, whip-smart production". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2025-04-08.
- ^ Yee, Hannah-Rose (2025-03-03). "Sarah Snook on Playing 26 Characters in Broadway's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'". Vogue. Retrieved 2025-04-08.
- ^ "The Picture of Dorian Gray 2020". www.sydneytheatre.com.au. Retrieved 2025-04-08.
- ^ "Adelaide Festival review: The Picture of Dorian Gray - InDaily". www.indaily.com.au. 2022-03-15. Retrieved 2025-04-08.
- ^ "Sarah Snook on prepping for award-winning role with a new baby". Harper's BAZAAR. 2024-04-15. Retrieved 2025-04-08.
- ^ "Sarah Snook pulls off a not-so-hostile takeover of Broadway". AV Club. Retrieved 2025-04-08.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan (April 22, 2025). "2025 Drama League Awards Nominations Are Out; Read the Full List". Playbill. Retrieved April 22, 2025.
- ^ Le Cross, Alannah (February 1, 2022). "'Hamilton' and 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' dominate the 2021 Sydney Theatre Awards". Time Out. Retrieved February 1, 2022.
- ^ "2023 Green Room Awards winners". www.australianstage.com.au. May 30, 2023. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
- ^ Rook, Olivia (April 14, 2024). "2024 Olivier Awards: Full list of winners". www.londontheatre.co.uk. Retrieved April 14, 2024.
- ^ Wood, Alex (September 29, 2024). "The Stage Debut Awards 2024 winners announced including Jack Wolfe, Grace Hodgett Young and Jeevan Braich". WhatsOnStage.com. Retrieved September 29, 2024.
- ^ Rook, Olivia (February 10, 2025). "2025 WhatsOnStage Awards: Full list of winners". www.londontheatre.co.uk. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan (May 1, 2025). "2025 Tony Award Nominations: Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending Lead the Pack". Playbill. Retrieved May 1, 2025.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan (June 1, 2025). "Drama Desk Award Winners 2025: The Full List". Playbill. Retrieved June 1, 2025.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan (May 16, 2025). "Nicole Scherzinger Wins Distinguished Performance at 2025 Drama League Awards; Read the Full Winners List". Playbill. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan (May 12, 2025). "Maybe Happy Ending Leads 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards; See the Full List of Winners". Playbill. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
- ^ Gans, Andrew (May 5, 2025). "Kit Connor, Paul Mescal, Jasmine Amy Rogers, Helen J Shen, More Are 2025 Theatre World Award Winners". Playbill. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending, Oh, Mary! and More Earn Nominations for the 2025 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards". Broadway.com. May 5, 2025. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Death Becomes Her, Romeo + Juliet, Sunset Boulevard and More Win at the 2025 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards". Broadway.com. May 15, 2025. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ Anderson, Erik (June 3, 2025). "'John Proctor is the Villain,' 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' Lead LGBTQ Critics' 2025 Dorian Theater Awards Winners". AwardsWatch. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ "Cate Blanchett acquires film rights to The Picture Of Dorian Gray stage adaptation starring Sarah Snook". West End theatre. April 19, 2024.