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Benita de Wit

Birth Place: Sydney, Australia

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Benita de Wit (they/them) is an Australian director based in New York. They are the Resident Director for SIX on Broadway and the Associate Director for Bat Out of Hell.


Their work has been performed at National Sawdust, The Playwright’s Realm, Classic Stage Company, Ensemble Studio Theatre, the New York Public Library, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Long Island University Post, Dartmouth College, Playwrights Horizons Theater School as well as in London, Edinburgh and Australia. Benita has an MFA in Directing from Columbia University and is Faculty at Circle in the Square Theatre School.

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Beanie Feldstein, Katrina Lenk, Matthew Lillard and More to Join TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026

Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts, a marathon theatrical reading festival celebrating the works of Pulitzer Prize winner Letts, will now take place in June, after being postponed due to the snowstorm this winter.
Melanie Moore, Jada Simone Clark and More to Star in BLACK SWAN at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026

American Repertory Theater (A. R.T.) has revealed the cast for the new musical Black Swan. A.R.T.’s world-premiere production. The company features Melanie Moore as Nina, the role which earned Natalie Portman an Oscar in the film.
Shiona Turini, Isabella Byrd and More Join the Creative Team of BLACK SWAN at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026

American Repertory Theater has revealed the design team for the new musical Black Swan. A.R.T.’s world-premiere production begins performances at the Loeb Drama Center in May.
TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS Play Festival Postponed Due to Dangerous Weather
by Gillian Blum - Feb 22, 2026

Due to the dangerous weather slated to hit New York City today, Animus Theatre Company announced it will postpone its Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts Play Festival, tomorrow, February 23 at Circle in the Square Theater.
Full Cast Announced for TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS for Marathon Reading Event
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

James Caan, Michael Rispoli, Raul Segarra, and Sarah Shapiro will star in the daylong theater reading festival TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS, showcasing continuous performances.
Benita de Wit to Lead Audition Workshop for Thai Performers in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2026

The Thai Theatre Foundation will host an audition workshop with Benita de Wit, known for their work on SUNSET BOULEVARD, on January 29, 2026. The event, set for Studio F at ART/NY, offers Thai performers a chance to refine their audition skills.
Cast And Creative Team Set for THE SHARK IS BROKEN at Weathervane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Weathervane Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team of The Shark is Broken. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
Photos: Inside Australian Theatre Festival NYC Gala
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2025

The Australian Theatre Festival NYC celebrated a night of exceptional Aussie talent at its annual Spring Gala, held on Tuesday, May 6th at the historic Players on Gramercy Park. Check out photos from the event.
SDCF Reveals Recipient and Finalists for 2025 Barbara Whitman Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation revealed the recipient and four finalists for the 2025 Barbara Whitman Award. Learn more about the award here!
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
Photos: SUNSET BOULEVARD Company Gets Ready for Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 15, 2024

The Civilian Hotel hosted a 'Welcome to New York' cocktail reception for the cast of Sunset Boulevard at sunset on Friday, September 13th, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out photos from the event here!
Caroline Bowman and More Join Nicole Scherzinger-Led SUNSET BLVD. on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2024

The complete cast has been announced for Jamie Lloyd’s upcoming Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. starring Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond.' Learn more about the cast here!
Mandy Gonzalez to Guest Star as 'Norma Desmond' at Select Performances of SUNSET BLVD.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024

Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. will guest star Drama Desk and OBIE Award winner Mandy Gonzalez as ‘Norma Desmond’ at select performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Nicole Scherzinger Is 'Home At Last' in NYC Ahead of SUNSET BOULEVARD Rehearsals
by Lauren Hilton - Jul 15, 2024

Nicole Scherzinger sing that she is 'home at last' from the top of the Empire State Building in New York City ahead of her Broadway run in Sunset Boulevard. Watch in this video!
Cast Set For MESSY WHITE GAYS and SHANGHAI SONATAS at Vassar College
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2024

Vassar College has announced additional casting for the highly anticipated 38th Powerhouse Theater Season, which continues through Sunday, July 28. Learn more about the cast here!
Powerhouse Theater At Vassar College Announces Initial Casting For 38th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2024

Vassar College has announced initial casting for the 38th Powerhouse Theater Season, featuring Jessica Darrow, Crystal Lucas-Perry, Ngozi Anyanwu, Florencia Lozano, Purva Bedi, Michael Oloyede, and more.
Director Rebecca Aparicio To Receive SDCF's 2024 Barbara Whitman Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2024

Established by theatrical producer Barbara Whitman in 2021, this award recognizes a woman, trans, or non-binary director who has developed a clear and distinctive artistic voice and demonstrated unique vision in their theatrical work.
Video: Nicole Scherzinger Accepts Olivier Award For SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024

During last night's Olivier Awards, Nicole Scherzinger took home the award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in Sunset Boulevard.
SUNSET BOULEVARD Sets Theatre and Dates For Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2024

As BroadwayWorld previously announced, Sunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Scherzinger, will transfer to Broadway this year. Now, the production has announced its theatre and dates! Sunset Boulevard will play Broadway’s St. James Theatre with previews beginning September 28 for a October 20 opening night.
Gingold Theatrical Group Reveals 2023-24 Speakers' Corner New Play Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2023

Explore the exciting new plays being showcased in Gingold Theatrical Group's 2023-24 Speakers' Corner cohort. Get a sneak peek at the diverse lineup of thought-provoking productions and find out what makes this cohort a must-see for theater enthusiasts.

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