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BIO

EMILIO SOSA hails from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and has been working as a costume designer for years. He realized his passion for design when he was merely 14 years old, continuing to work towards that goal until he achieved it. A fan of Charles James, he’s had plenty of experience in the world of fashion and has even won several awards. Emilio Sosa has received TDF/Irene Sharaff Young Master Award in 2006 and was named Design Virtuoso by American Theater Magazine in 2003. He admits that he’s been inspired by historical events, which he incorporates into his design aesthetic. He certainly brings his creativity to the stage, but is now ready to take it to the catwalk. A driven designer, Emilio Sosa decided to take on the challenge of a reality TV competition. He soon found himself as a contestant on the seventh season of the “Project Runway,” set in New York. He became known as one of the 16 designers vying for the top prize and the chance to launch their careers in the fashion industry. He won several challenges throughout the competition, leading him to take second place that season. Since the show ended, he has continued to promote esosa designs, a line he co-created with his brothers. In 2012, Sosa joined the cast of “Project Runway All Stars” season 2. Sosa was the costume designer for Topdog/Underdog, Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess (Tony nomination), Motown the Musical, and Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.

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[Broadway, 2026]
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[Off-Broadway, 2025]
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[US Tour, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2020]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[West End, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019] [Replacement]
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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Costume Design of a Play

Emilio Sosa, The Balusters

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Costume Design

Emilio Sosa, Masquerade

Tony Awards - 2026 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Emilio Sosa, The Balusters

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Emilio Sosa, Purlie Victorious


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Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Costume Design of a Play

Emilio Sosa, Ain’t No Mo’

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Emilio Sosa, Ain't No Mo'

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Emilio Sosa, Good Night, Oscar

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical)

Emilio Sosa, Trouble in Mind

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Costume Design of a Play

Emilio Sosa, Trouble in Mind

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Costume Design for a Play

Emilio Sosa, Venus

Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production

Emilio SosaSeñor Discretion Himself

Videos

News

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Make Kansas City Premiere at Starlight
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

American Idol winner Nick Fradiani leads the cast of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL at Kansas City's Starlight Theater, marking the North American Tour production's KC premiere.
MASQUERADE Extends; Austin Colby, Derrick Davis, and More Join the Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026

Masquerade will extend for a sixth time through 2027, and the production has revealed a host of all new cast members who will join the show. Learn more here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: The Lost Boys Wins Big in the Theater Fans Choice Awards — Plus the WNO-Kennedy Center Drama Heats Up
by Alex Freeman - Jun 15, 2026

The theater world never really slows down — and this week is proof. The Lost Boys dominated our Theater Fans' Choice Awards, sweeping nearly every musical category, while the Washington National Opera's legal battle with the Kennedy Center over $17 million in disputed funds continues to unfold. On a more hopeful note, Berkeley's beloved Aurora Theatre is planning its comeback after a year in the dark. All that, plus BroadwayWorld has launched a brand-new Producer Fantasy Game — so if you've ever thought you could pick the hits, now's your chance to prove it.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Extend Melbourne Run Due to Demand
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL has added two weeks to its Melbourne season at the Princess Theatre following overwhelming ticket demand, with Broadway star Will Swenson leading the Australian cast.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 15, 2026- ROMEO & JULIET Opens At Shakespeare in the Park
by - Jun 13, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 15, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Designer Emilio Sosa Named Chair Of The Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2026

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists has appointed Emilio Sosa as Chair of HOLA and the HOLA Awards. Sosa is a six-time Tony Award nominee, Emmy-nominated costume designer, educator, producer, and nationally respected arts advocate.
Emilio Sosa Named Chair of HOLA and the HOLA Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026

Six-time Tony-nominated costume designer Emilio Sosa has been named Chair of the Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists (HOLA) and the HOLA Awards, as the organization marks 50 years of advocating for Latino artists.
Qween Jean Makes History With Tony Awards Win: ‘We Are Taking Up Space in Ways We Have To’
by Michael Gioia - Jun 7, 2026

The trailblazing artist took home the Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical.Qween Jean, who won the 2026 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for her work on Cats: The Jellicle Ball, has become the first openly trans person to win in her category. 
Video: ANGRY, RAUCOUS, AND SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS In Rehearsal at Geffen Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026

Geffen Playhouse has released a new rehearsal video for Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous, the new comedy by acclaimed playwright Pearl Cleage. Directed by Tony Award nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson.
2026 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026

Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
SCHMIGADOON!, LIBERATION and More Win 2026 Tony Awards - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026

The best of Broadway takes the stage tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Stay tuned all night ling for updates from inside the ceremony.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Play The Stranahan
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026

The touring production of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, created in collaboration with Diamond himself, is set to play The Stranahan, telling the story of how the hitmaker became a star.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE To Play The Sydney Lyric
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 17, 2026

Producers Paul Dainty and TEG Dainty, Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio have announced the internationally acclaimed production A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL will play a strictly limited engagement at The Sydney Lyric from November 2026. 
70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2026

The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape. Check out a full list of winners here.
ON YOUR FEET! to Kick Off NSMT 2026 Musical Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026

North Shore Music Theatre will open its 2026 musical season with On Your Feet!, the story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, directed and choreographed by Marcos Santana with a 23-member cast.
THE BALUSTERS to Extend for Additional Two Weeks on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026

Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Balusters will extend for an additional two weeks at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The production has received 16 award nominations, making it the most nominated new Broadway play of the season.
2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- RAGTIME and SCHMIGADOON! Lead the Pack
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026

The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
Raúl Esparza, Norbert Leo Butz, Beth Leavel and More to Present at 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026

The 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards is set to be the largest gathering in the organization's seven-decade history — with the most Drama Desk winners and nominees, past and present, ever assembled for the ceremony.
2026 Tony Nominations - Show by Show
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026

The nominations are in! Below, check out how each show fared individually in a full list of nominations by show. Follow us on BroadwayWorld throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!
2026 Tony Nominations: THE LOST BOYS and SCHMIGADOON! Lead with 12 Each
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026

BroadwayWorld's official Tony Awards coverage is here! Check out the 2026 Tony nominees here and follow us throughout the season for exclusive nominee interviews, special coverage and lots more!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Emilio Sosa been nominated for?

Outstanding Costume Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Balusters, Outstanding Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Masquerade, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Balusters, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Purlie Victorious, Outstanding Costume Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ain’t No Mo’, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Ain't No Mo', Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Good Night, Oscar, Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Trouble in Mind, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Trouble in Mind, Outstanding Costume Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Venus and Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Señor Discretion Himself .

What awards has Emilio Sosa won?

Emilio Sosa has won the Outstanding Costume Design of a Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Ain’t No Mo’.

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