Basil Twist
Latest News on Basil Twist:
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (May 25, 2026)
MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Extends For Final Time in London (May 15, 2026)
THE CRAFT OF BROADWAY PUPPETRY Exhibit to Open at Museum of Broadway (May 7, 2026)
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (May 25, 2026)
MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Extends For Final Time in London (May 15, 2026)
THE CRAFT OF BROADWAY PUPPETRY Exhibit to Open at Museum of Broadway (May 7, 2026)
Photos
Peter Criswell, Lia Chang, Richard W. Prouse, Chasity Moore, John Concado, Emily Johnson, Drew Wutke, André De Shields, Lori Tan Chinn, Jonathan Burke, Basil Twist, Kenneth Ard, Jeanne Fleming
Artistic/Producing Director
New York's Village Halloween Parade. Photo by Brielle Polizzano
Date:
11/01/2024
From: Exclusive: André De Shields Grand Marshals the NYC Village Halloween Parade
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Puppet and illusion designer [Replacement]
Writing
Author
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Puppet Design
Basil Twist, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Set Design
Basil Twist, The Addams Family
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Set Design of a Musical
Basil TwistArias With a Twist
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2005 - Notable Effects - Production Design
Basil Twist, Symphonie Fantastique
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Puppet Design
Basil Twist, Tell Tale
winner
Obie Awards - 1999 - Special Citations
Basil TwistSymphonie Fantastique
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Puppet Design
Basil Twist, Tell Tale
Videos
Video: First Look at SHIKI Theatre Company's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST in Japan
by Joshua Wright - 2025-07-10 12:24:01
Cast Set For MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Returning to the Barbican; Plus Watch a Rehearsal Video!
by Stephi Wild - 2023-09-29 06:11:26
VIDEO: Watch an All New Concept Trailer For MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO at RSC
by Stephi Wild - 2022-06-15 06:50:37
TV: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Tour Cast Talks What Makes This Show So Delicious
by Stephi Wild - 2018-09-06 08:45:57
VIDEO: Wonka is Coming! Watch Two New Teasers for Broadway-Bound CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-08-09 09:52:32
VIDEO: BEHIND THE LID Film Launches Kickstarter; Looks at Lee Nagrin and Basil Twist's 2007 Production
by Stage Tube - 2014-04-17 18:09:24
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Kimiko Glenn, Tom Hewitt and More in YOSHIMI BATTLES PINK ROBOTS - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - 2012-12-04 11:44:27
STAGE TUBE: Watch THE ADDAMS FAMILY Tour's 'Kill Me Maybe' Spoof!
by Stage Tube - 2012-11-29 16:41:41
STAGE TUBE: ADDAMS FAMILY's Douglas Sills Talks Costumes, Revisions, and More on NBC5!
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2012-10-18 17:03:04
STAGE TUBE: Sills & Gettelfinger Talk Ad-Libs, ADDAMS, SCARLET PIMPERNEL, & More!
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2012-10-11 15:52:37
STAGE TUBE: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Tour Performs 'Bein' Part of NEWSIES' Spoof!
by Stage Tube - 2012-08-17 21:56:38
STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes of Pilobolus' AZIMUTH, Premiering Tonight, 7/18
by Stage Tube - 2012-07-18 17:15:24
STAGE TUBE: Pilobolus Unveils Behind-the-Scenes Look at SKYSCRAPERS, Opening Tonight, 7/16
by Stage Tube - 2012-07-16 16:56:40
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Behind the Scenes of Pilobolus' AUTOMATON
by Stage Tube - 2012-06-14 17:03:29
Just One Week Left to Catch the 'Must-See' ARIAS WITH A TWIST!
by Robert Diamond - 2011-10-09 10:11:51
STAGE TUBE: ADDAMS FAMILY Goes Green with Broadway Green Alliance
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-07-14 10:29:03
News
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026
The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget.
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026
The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget.
MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Extends For Final Time in London
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
The multi-award winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro will extend in the West End for the final time. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
The multi-award winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro will extend in the West End for the final time. Learn more about the show here!
THE CRAFT OF BROADWAY PUPPETRY Exhibit to Open at Museum of Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Museum of Broadway has revealed its next special exhibit will celebrate the Craft of Broadway Puppetry. The exhibit, produced with the American Theater for Puppetry Arts and the Broadway Legacy Foundation, will open to the public in May.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Museum of Broadway has revealed its next special exhibit will celebrate the Craft of Broadway Puppetry. The exhibit, produced with the American Theater for Puppetry Arts and the Broadway Legacy Foundation, will open to the public in May.
Karylle Joins CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Oliver Oliveros - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia have confirmed that Filipino star Karylle will headline the Manila leg of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' global tour when the show runs at the Theatre at Solaire in July 2026.
by Oliver Oliveros - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia have confirmed that Filipino star Karylle will headline the Manila leg of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' global tour when the show runs at the Theatre at Solaire in July 2026.
WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE Series Launches at wild project in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
wild project will present WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE, a new puppetry series curated by Amanda Card, on May 6th in New York City, featuring performances from Nick Lehane, Maiko Kikuchi, Marcella Murray, and Purser & Amanda Card.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
wild project will present WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE, a new puppetry series curated by Amanda Card, on May 6th in New York City, featuring performances from Nick Lehane, Maiko Kikuchi, Marcella Murray, and Purser & Amanda Card.
Michael Arden, Douglas Lyons & More Team Up for HAPPY FEET Stage Musical
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026
The Academy Award-winning animated Warner Bros. film, directed by George Miller, Happy Feet is officially being developed as a new, Broadway-bound musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026
The Academy Award-winning animated Warner Bros. film, directed by George Miller, Happy Feet is officially being developed as a new, Broadway-bound musical.
FOLLIES, Brian Cox in THE SCORE, and More Set For Shakespeare Theatre Company's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced its upcoming 2026-27 season lineup, which will include Brian Cox in The Score, a major production of Follies, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced its upcoming 2026-27 season lineup, which will include Brian Cox in The Score, a major production of Follies, and more.
Meet the Cast of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Performances are now underway for CATS: The Jellicle Ball, which begins preview performances Wednesday, March 18 at the Broadhurst Theatre ahead of a Wednesday, April 7 opening night. Meet the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Performances are now underway for CATS: The Jellicle Ball, which begins preview performances Wednesday, March 18 at the Broadhurst Theatre ahead of a Wednesday, April 7 opening night. Meet the cast here!
MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Reveals New Cast Ahead of West End Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
New casting has been announced for the stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. This March the multi-award winning show also celebrates one year at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in the West End.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
New casting has been announced for the stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. This March the multi-award winning show also celebrates one year at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in the West End.
Review: ABT'S THE WINTER'S TALE at Kennedy Center Opera House
by Emily Berger - Feb 16, 2026
American Ballet Theatre, the country’s great ballet company of theatrical stars and story ballets, returned to DC this week to present Christopher Wheeldon’s retelling of Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale. A star vehicle with six leading roles, the ballet succeeds in delivering sumptuous dancing and lots of drama. It falls short, however, in maintaining its focus over two intermissions and nearly two and half hours of dancing.
by Emily Berger - Feb 16, 2026
American Ballet Theatre, the country’s great ballet company of theatrical stars and story ballets, returned to DC this week to present Christopher Wheeldon’s retelling of Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale. A star vehicle with six leading roles, the ballet succeeds in delivering sumptuous dancing and lots of drama. It falls short, however, in maintaining its focus over two intermissions and nearly two and half hours of dancing.
Emily Batsford And Concrete Temple Theatre To Present World Premiere Of CUMULO AT MITU580
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Emily Batsford and Concrete Temple Theatre will present CUMULO, a nonverbal puppetry piece exploring themes of autonomy and transformation, at MITU580 in Brooklyn from April 15 to May 3.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Emily Batsford and Concrete Temple Theatre will present CUMULO, a nonverbal puppetry piece exploring themes of autonomy and transformation, at MITU580 in Brooklyn from April 15 to May 3.
DARLING Comes to Connecticut Repertory Theatre in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
Connecticut Repertory Theatre will continue its 76th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of Harley Brooke Walker's imaginative puppet-forward adventure Darling, or A Guided Adventure in Dismantling the Patriarchy.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
Connecticut Repertory Theatre will continue its 76th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of Harley Brooke Walker's imaginative puppet-forward adventure Darling, or A Guided Adventure in Dismantling the Patriarchy.
Full Cast Set For Broadway Transfer of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026
Complete casting has been announced for CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) coming to Broadway this Spring. Learn more about the full cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026
Complete casting has been announced for CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) coming to Broadway this Spring. Learn more about the full cast here!
PUPPETOPIA 2026 to be Presented at HERE Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
HERE Arts Center, in collaboration with Dream Music Puppetry, will host PUPPETOPIA 2026, featuring innovative puppetry performances including the world premiere of 'Parched'.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
HERE Arts Center, in collaboration with Dream Music Puppetry, will host PUPPETOPIA 2026, featuring innovative puppetry performances including the world premiere of 'Parched'.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Make Manila Premiere This July
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 7, 2026
The gates to the world's most famous chocolate factory are finally opening in Manila!
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 7, 2026
The gates to the world's most famous chocolate factory are finally opening in Manila!
HERE Arts Center Unveils Winter & Spring 2026 Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
HERE Arts Center has announced additional programming for its Spring 2026 season, including the HARP world premiere of Dream Feed by The HawtPlates as part of the Under the Radar Festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
HERE Arts Center has announced additional programming for its Spring 2026 season, including the HARP world premiere of Dream Feed by The HawtPlates as part of the Under the Radar Festival.
Tickets Now On Sale For HERE Arts Center Winter and Spring 2026 Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
HERE Arts Center has revealed additional programming for their Spring 2026 lineup including the HARP world premiere of DREAM FEED by The HawtPlates as part of the Under the Radar Festival and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
HERE Arts Center has revealed additional programming for their Spring 2026 lineup including the HARP world premiere of DREAM FEED by The HawtPlates as part of the Under the Radar Festival and more.
HERE's Dream Music Puppetry Program to Present PUPPET PARLOR At HERE Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
HERE Arts Center and Basil Twist will present Puppet Parlor, their annual Dream Music Puppetry holiday puppet celebration, for three nights in the Dorothy B. Williams Theater at HERE Arts Center.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
HERE Arts Center and Basil Twist will present Puppet Parlor, their annual Dream Music Puppetry holiday puppet celebration, for three nights in the Dorothy B. Williams Theater at HERE Arts Center.
Austin Pendleton To Perform at TNC's Village Halloween Costume Ball
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
Veteran actor, director, and playwright Austin Pendleton will add star power to Theater for the New City's Village Halloween Costume Ball this year, performing songs in the Community Cabaret. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
Veteran actor, director, and playwright Austin Pendleton will add star power to Theater for the New City's Village Halloween Costume Ball this year, performing songs in the Community Cabaret. Learn more!
Theater For The New City's Village Halloween Costume Ball Returns This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
To celebrate the spookiest night of the year with art, music, and community spirit, Theater for the New City (TNC), 155 First Ave., will host its annual Village Halloween Costume Ball.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
To celebrate the spookiest night of the year with art, music, and community spirit, Theater for the New City (TNC), 155 First Ave., will host its annual Village Halloween Costume Ball.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Basil Twist written?
Basil Twist has written 1 shows including Symphonie Fantastique (Author).
What awards has Basil Twist been nominated for?
Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Addams Family, Outstanding Set Design of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Arias With a Twist, Notable Effects - Production Design (The Hewes Awards) for Symphonie Fantastique, Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Tell Tale, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Symphonie Fantastique and Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Tell Tale.
What awards has Basil Twist won?
Basil Twist has won several awards, including: Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Addams Family; Notable Effects - Production Design (The Hewes Awards) for Symphonie Fantastique; Outstanding Puppet Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Tell Tale; and Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Symphonie Fantastique.
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