Herringbone costume designer William Ivey Long is one of the most talented and prolific designers in the American Theater, currently represented on Broadway by three musicals (Chicago, Hairspray and Young Frankenstein) and about to see another two productions open soon on the Great White Way (Pal Joey and 9 to 5). His luminous career began at Yale School of Drama, where he was roommates with Sigourney Weaver. Yeah.

This five-time Tony Award winner (and 11 time nominee) has been the subject of museum exhibits and New York Times profiles, and is one of the most sought-after costume designers in the country for his vibrant, eccentric, and unforgettable pieces. You will recognize his work in Curtains, Grey Gardens, The Producers, and the most recent revival of Cabaret, as well as Siegfried & Roy at the Mirage Hotel.

His last McCarter costume design was for The Royal Family in the 1995-1996 season, and we’re absolutely thrilled to have him back to design the costumes for Herringbone. As always, he’s got a few tricks up his sleeve.

Posted by Adam Immerwahr, Producing Associate at McCarter Theatre.

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