Basil Twist
Latest News on Basil Twist:
Joffrey Ballet's Reimagined THE NUTCRACKER Comes to the Lyric Opera House Next Month (Nov 4, 2024)
Exclusive: André De Shields Grand Marshals the NYC Village Halloween Parade (Nov 1, 2024)
Performance Added For SHINNAI MEETS PUPPETRY, Coming Up at Japan Society (Oct 25, 2024)
Joffrey Ballet's Reimagined THE NUTCRACKER Comes to the Lyric Opera House Next Month (Nov 4, 2024)
Exclusive: André De Shields Grand Marshals the NYC Village Halloween Parade (Nov 1, 2024)
Performance Added For SHINNAI MEETS PUPPETRY, Coming Up at Japan Society (Oct 25, 2024)
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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
Cast Set For MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Returning to the Barbican; Plus Watch a Rehearsal Video!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2023
VIDEO: Watch an All New Concept Trailer For MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO at RSC
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2022
TV: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Tour Cast Talks What Makes This Show So Delicious
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2018
VIDEO: BEHIND THE LID Film Launches Kickstarter; Looks at Lee Nagrin and Basil Twist's 2007 Production
by Stage Tube - Apr 17, 2014
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Kimiko Glenn, Tom Hewitt and More in YOSHIMI BATTLES PINK ROBOTS - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - Dec 4, 2012
STAGE TUBE: ADDAMS FAMILY's Douglas Sills Talks Costumes, Revisions, and More on NBC5!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 18, 2012
STAGE TUBE: Sills & Gettelfinger Talk Ad-Libs, ADDAMS, SCARLET PIMPERNEL, & More!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 11, 2012
STAGE TUBE: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Tour Performs 'Bein' Part of NEWSIES' Spoof!
by Stage Tube - Aug 17, 2012
STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes of Pilobolus' AZIMUTH, Premiering Tonight, 7/18
by Stage Tube - Jul 18, 2012
STAGE TUBE: Pilobolus Unveils Behind-the-Scenes Look at SKYSCRAPERS, Opening Tonight, 7/16
by Stage Tube - Jul 16, 2012
STAGE TUBE: Brooke Shields Joins THE ADDAMS FAMILY Tomorrow; Check out the New Commercial!
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 27, 2011
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Brooke Shields as Morticia in THE ADDAMS FAMILY!
by Robert Diamond - May 18, 2011
News
Joffrey Ballet's Reimagined THE NUTCRACKER Comes to the Lyric Opera House Next Month
The Joffrey Ballet's reimagined production of The Nutcracker by two-time Tony Award-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, will return to the Lyric Opera House next month. Learn more about the new production and find out how to get tickets here!
The Joffrey Ballet's reimagined production of The Nutcracker by two-time Tony Award-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, will return to the Lyric Opera House next month. Learn more about the new production and find out how to get tickets here!
Exclusive: André De Shields Grand Marshals the NYC Village Halloween Parade
The 51st Annual NYC Village Halloween Parade was off the charts with Tony, Grammy and Emmy winning Broadway legend André De Shields as Grand Marshal, riding on a custom designed float by Richard W. Prouse. Check out exclusive photos here!
The 51st Annual NYC Village Halloween Parade was off the charts with Tony, Grammy and Emmy winning Broadway legend André De Shields as Grand Marshal, riding on a custom designed float by Richard W. Prouse. Check out exclusive photos here!
Performance Added For SHINNAI MEETS PUPPETRY, Coming Up at Japan Society
Japan Society will present a world premiere double bill of contemporary puppet theater with Shinnai Meets Puppetry, created & performed by Sachiyo Takahashi/Nekaa Lab with Rowan Magee and Emma Wiseman.
Japan Society will present a world premiere double bill of contemporary puppet theater with Shinnai Meets Puppetry, created & performed by Sachiyo Takahashi/Nekaa Lab with Rowan Magee and Emma Wiseman.
Photos: SUNSET BLVD Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd, starring Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond' officially opened on Sunday, October 20 at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of all of the stars arriving at opening night here!
Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd, starring Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond' officially opened on Sunday, October 20 at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of all of the stars arriving at opening night here!
Theater for the New City's VILLAGE HALLOWEEN COSTUME BALL set for October 31
To delight its community and celebrate the creativity that comes with the season, Theater for the New City (TNC), 155 First Ave., will present its annual Village Halloween Costume Ball October 31.
To delight its community and celebrate the creativity that comes with the season, Theater for the New City (TNC), 155 First Ave., will present its annual Village Halloween Costume Ball October 31.
Tim Burton's Musical Connections From BIG FISH to BEETLEJUICE: A Guide
This Halloween season, BroadwayWorld is taking a look at Tim Burton's musical theater connections, both onscreen and onstage, as well as offering some spooky listening to match the vibes of spooky season.
This Halloween season, BroadwayWorld is taking a look at Tim Burton's musical theater connections, both onscreen and onstage, as well as offering some spooky listening to match the vibes of spooky season.
David T. Little's BLACK LODGE to Have LA And NYC Premieres
David T. Little’s GRAMMY-nominated opera BLACK LODGE will launch a fall/winter tour with screenings in Sweden, a West Coast premiere in Los Angeles on October 19, and a live NYC premiere in January. Learn more!
David T. Little’s GRAMMY-nominated opera BLACK LODGE will launch a fall/winter tour with screenings in Sweden, a West Coast premiere in Los Angeles on October 19, and a live NYC premiere in January. Learn more!
Cincinnati Opera And CCM To Workshop HILDEGARD A New Opera
Cincinnati Opera and CCM have announced a workshop for 'HILDEGARD,' a new opera by Sarah Kirkland Snider, commissioned and produced by Beth Morrison Projects, through the Opera Fusion: New Works Partnership.
Cincinnati Opera and CCM have announced a workshop for 'HILDEGARD,' a new opera by Sarah Kirkland Snider, commissioned and produced by Beth Morrison Projects, through the Opera Fusion: New Works Partnership.
Joffrey Ballet Announces Four Additional Performances Of Christoper Wheeldon's ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND
Joffrey Ballet has announced four additional performances of Christopher Wheeldon's ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND and introduced a Discount Family Series package.
Joffrey Ballet has announced four additional performances of Christopher Wheeldon's ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND and introduced a Discount Family Series package.
Japan Society Presents National Bunraku Theater This October
Japan Society has announced the National Bunraku Theater will perform in NYC from Oct 3-5, showcasing traditional Japanese puppet theater.
Japan Society has announced the National Bunraku Theater will perform in NYC from Oct 3-5, showcasing traditional Japanese puppet theater.
Basil Twist's DOGUGAESHI Comes To Japan Society This September
Japan Society launches its 2024-2025 Performing Arts Season with Basil Twist’s Dogugaeshi, a 20th anniversary revival of Twist’s Bessie award-winning fusion of mind-bending contemporary puppetry and nearly extinct traditional puppetry techniques from Japan’s Awa region.
Japan Society launches its 2024-2025 Performing Arts Season with Basil Twist’s Dogugaeshi, a 20th anniversary revival of Twist’s Bessie award-winning fusion of mind-bending contemporary puppetry and nearly extinct traditional puppetry techniques from Japan’s Awa region.
Japan Society Reveals 2024-2025 Performing Arts Season
Japan Society has unveiled its 2024-2025 Performing Arts Season, featuring a diverse lineup of traditional and contemporary performances from Japan. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Japan Society has unveiled its 2024-2025 Performing Arts Season, featuring a diverse lineup of traditional and contemporary performances from Japan. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
RHEOLOGY, EAT THE DOCUMENT, and More Set for HERE 2024-2025 Season
HERE's 2024-2025 season features four world premieres and a diverse lineup of innovative performances. See the full schedule here!
HERE's 2024-2025 season features four world premieres and a diverse lineup of innovative performances. See the full schedule here!
PROTOTYPE Announces 2025 Festival Beginning This January
PROTOTYPE: Opera | Theatre | Now has announced the lineup for 2025, set to resume January 9-19, 2025. This will mark the final season co-produced by HERE and co-curated by Kristin Marting, who founded the Festival together with Beth Morrison and Kim Whitener, and who is also the outgoing Founding Artistic Director of HERE.
PROTOTYPE: Opera | Theatre | Now has announced the lineup for 2025, set to resume January 9-19, 2025. This will mark the final season co-produced by HERE and co-curated by Kristin Marting, who founded the Festival together with Beth Morrison and Kim Whitener, and who is also the outgoing Founding Artistic Director of HERE.
The Springfield Chamber Players Octet Will Premiere Next Month
The Springfield Chamber Players Octet will make their premiere at the Concerts at 7 Series on Monday, August 19, at 7PM. The performance will be at the Plainfield Congregational Church, 356 West Main Street in Plainfield, MA.
The Springfield Chamber Players Octet will make their premiere at the Concerts at 7 Series on Monday, August 19, at 7PM. The performance will be at the Plainfield Congregational Church, 356 West Main Street in Plainfield, MA.
¿Akihito Ichihara And Vangeline In Residency At The Monira Foundation To Continue Developing Duet MAN WOMAN
Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute collaborates with ELF and Machine Dazzle on a new duet titled MAN WOMAN, featuring Butoh dancers Akihito Ichihara and Vangeline, exploring themes of love and identity.
Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute collaborates with ELF and Machine Dazzle on a new duet titled MAN WOMAN, featuring Butoh dancers Akihito Ichihara and Vangeline, exploring themes of love and identity.
HERE Announces 2024 Recipients Of $125K HARP Residencies
HERE will welcome three new members of the HERE Artist Residency Program (HARP), one of the most robust residency programs in the country.
HERE will welcome three new members of the HERE Artist Residency Program (HARP), one of the most robust residency programs in the country.
Art Is The Heart Of Life Festival to Celebrate 45 Years of ArtsConnection
Join the 2024 Benefit - ART IS THE HEART OF LIFE FESTIVAL, presented by ArtsConnection and honoring Sony Corporation of America. Learn more about the event!
Join the 2024 Benefit - ART IS THE HEART OF LIFE FESTIVAL, presented by ArtsConnection and honoring Sony Corporation of America. Learn more about the event!
Review: THE WINTER'S TALE, Royal Opera House
Part violent psychodrama, part sunny romcom, The Winter’s Tale was not the most obvious of plays for the Royal Ballet to take on.
Part violent psychodrama, part sunny romcom, The Winter’s Tale was not the most obvious of plays for the Royal Ballet to take on.
MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Headed for 2025 West End Bow; Is Broadway Next?
The multi-award-winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro which recently wrapped up a successful return engagement the at Barbican Theatre, will transfer to London's West End in early 2025.
The multi-award-winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro which recently wrapped up a successful return engagement the at Barbican Theatre, will transfer to London's West End in early 2025.
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 received the following awards: Outstanding Puppet Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards for The Addams Family; Notable Effects in Production Design at The Hewes Awards for Symphonie Fantastique; Outstanding Puppet Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Tell Tale; and Special Citations at the Obie Awards for Symphonie Fantastique.
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