Ian Woodward Falconer (August 25, 1959 – March 7, 2023)[1] was an American author and illustrator of children's books as well as a designer of sets and costumes for the theater.

The theater critic for The New York Times, Ben Brantley, wrote "The cartoon cutout set by Ian Falconer looks totally chic in its monochromatic grayness.

"[5] In 1999, Falconer designed scenery and costumes for the Boston Ballet's production of Igor Stravinsky's The Firebird, choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon.

[6] In 2002, Falconer designed the sets and costumes for Stravinsky's Jeu de Cartes, choreographed for the New York City Ballet by Peter Martins.

Francis Carlin, a critic, noted, "Ian Falconer’s clever play-off between background film and lavish sets climaxes in a stunning society ball.