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BIO

Recent Broadway: costumes for A Doll's House Part 2 (Tony nomination), set design for Present Laughter and The Humans (Tony award), and sets and costume for Amelie, Fun Home (Tony nomination) and The Last Ship. Other shows include Airline Highway (Tony nomination), Rocky, Other Desert Cities, Good People, In the Next Room... (Tony nomination) and Xanadu. Recent Off-Broadway includes set design for Hamlet (Public Theater), costume design for Othello (NYTW), and set and costume designs for The Flick, and Circle Mirror Transformation, and Dogfight. Also Shakespeare in the Park, Manhattan Theatre Club, Signature, Roundabout, Elevator Repair Service and Target Margin. Around the country his work as been seen at Steppenwolf, Center Theatre Group, ART, La Jolla Playhouse, Berkeley Rep, Yale Rep, Guthrie Theater, Lyric Opera of Chicago, New York City Opera, Santa Fe Opera, Los Angeles Opera and San Francisco Opera.

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[West End, 2025]
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[US Tour, 2024]
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[Broadway, 2024]
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[Broadway, 2024]
Costume Design
 
[Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2023]
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[US Tour, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[Broadway, 2021]
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[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Set Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Scenic Designer
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2019]
Costume Design
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2019]
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[Broadway, 2019]
Scenic & Costume Designer
 
[Los Angeles, 2018]
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[Broadway, 2018]
Set Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
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[Broadway, 2018]
Scenic & Costume Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Scenic and Costume Designer
 
[Chicago, 2017]
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[US Tour, 2017]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Broadway, 2017]
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[Broadway, 2017]
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[Broadway, 2017]
Scenic and Costume Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Scenic and Costume Designer
 
[Los Angeles, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[US Tour, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Chicago, 2016]
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[Broadway, 2016]
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[Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Set Design
 
[Los Angeles, 2015]
Scenic, Costume Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2015]
Set and Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
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[Broadway, 2014]
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[Off-Broadway, 2014]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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[Broadway, 2013]
Costumes Designer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Set Designer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
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[Broadway, 2009]
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[Off-Broadway, 2009]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Costume Designer
 
[Chicago, 2006] Cancelled
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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[Off-Broadway, 2001]
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[Off-Broadway, 2001]
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[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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Movies

Straight Time
[ 1978 ] producer
The Long Riders
[ 1980 ] producer
A Small Circle of Friends
[ 1980 ] producer
Tex
[ 1982 ] producer
Impulse
[ 1984 ] producer
Fandango
[ 1985 ] producer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play

David Zinn, Stereophonic


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Scenic Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway)

David Zinn, Stereophonic

The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Scenic Design

David Zinn, Stereophonic

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Costume Design of a Play

David Zinn, An Enemy of the People


winner
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

David Zinn, Stereophonic

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

David Zinn, Jaja's African Hair Braiding

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Scenic Design for a Musical

David Zinn, Kimberly Akimbo

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

David Zinn, The Minutes


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Costume Design

David Zinn, SpongeBob SquarePants

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

David Zinn, SpongeBob SquarePants


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Set Design for a Musical

David Zinn, SpongeBob SquarePants

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Costume Design

David Zinn, SpongeBob SquarePants

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Set Design

David Zinn, SpongeBob SquarePants

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Costume Design of a Musical

David Zinn, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical


winner
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical

David Zinn, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Costume Design of a Play

David Zinn, A Doll's House, Part 2

The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Scenic Design

David Zinn, The Humans


winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

David Zinn, The Humans

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Costume Design of a Play

David Zinn, Airline Highway

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical

David Zinn, Fun Home

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Set Design

David Zinn, The Flick

The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Scenic Design

David Zinn, The Select (The Sun Also Rises)

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Costume Design

David Zinn, Other Desert Cities

The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Scenic Design

David Zinn, The Pride

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Costume Design of a Play

David Zinn, In the Next Room (or the vibrator play)

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Costume Design

David Zinn, In the Next Room

Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production

David ZinnThe Mystery of Irma Vep

The Lortels - 2009 - Outstanding Scenic Design

David Zinn, Chair

The Lortels - 2008 - Outstanding Scenic Design

David Zinn, The Four of Us

Videos

News


BWW Review: FUNNY GIRL - The Greatest Star Comes to the Ohio Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 26, 2025

It seems an impossible feat to follow in the shadow of the legendary Barbara Streisand who originated the iconic role of Fanny Brice in the 1964 Broadway production of FUNNY GIRL, which received eight Tony Award nominations.  But Hannah Shankman marched herself onto the stage at the Ohio Theatre and commanded every beat of the drum.  She’s quirky, clever, adorable, ambitious, lovable, and has impeccable comedic timing – but her show stopping voice is what sets her apart and generates thunderous, mouth-dropping applause.  And she does it with such natural ease.
Full Cast Set For STEREOPHONIC in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

The West End transfer of Stereophonic, the Tony Award-winning play by David Adjmi with music by Will Butler, has officially announced its full cast ahead of its UK debut at London’s Duke of York’s theatre.
Video: Whitney White Shares Why She Cast Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren in THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025

The Last Five Years, starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren, is now in previews at Broadway's Hudson Theatre. Ahead of its opening on April 6, director Whitney White visited GMA3 to talk about the production. Watch the interview!
Photos: The Jonas Brothers Stop By THE LAST FIVE YEARS First Broadway Preview
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025

Performances began tonight for the first-ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS, starring Grammy and Golden Globe Award nominee Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren. To celebrate the show's first preview, Nick's famous brothers, Kevin and Joe, stopped by to take in the show! Check out a photo of their visit!
Photos: THE LAST FIVE YEARS On Broadway Starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025

Performances began tonight for the first-ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS, starring Grammy and Golden Globe Award nominee Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren, directed by Tony Award Nominee Whitney White. Check out first look production photos!
Meet the Cast of THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025

The Last Five Years begins performances tonight, Tuesday, March 18, 2025, and officially opens on Sunday, April 6, 2025 for a strictly limited, 14-week-only engagement at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of The Last Five Years here!
Up on the Marquee: THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 17, 2025

The first-ever Broadway production of Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS will star Grammy and Golden Globe Award nominee Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren. Check out new photos of the Hudson Theatre marquee here!
Video: Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren Perform 'The Next Ten Minutes' From THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon where they performed 'The Next Ten Minutes' from The Last Five Years. Check out the video here!
Exclusive: Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren Sing from THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2025

Tune in tonight to catch Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren, the stars of the upcoming Broadway production of The Last 5 Years, as they stop by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon! Check out exclusive photos from their appearance and performance below!
STEREOPHONIC Will Make Its Chicago Premiere in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

STEREOPHONIC , the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, will make its Chicago premiere at the CIBC Theatre in 2026. Learn more about the play and see how to purchase tickets.
STEREOPHONIC, SUFFS, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Broadway in Hollywood 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

The 2025-26 season has been announced for Broadway in Hollywood, set for the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Learn more about the full season and find out how to get tickets here!
Exclusive: Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren Will Sing from THE LAST FIVE YEARS on TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025

Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren, stars of The Last Five Years, are set to appear on The Tonight Show next week. The duo will sit down for an interview about the new production of the musical, as well as perform The Next Ten Minutes from the show.
Review: FUNNY GIRL at Texas Performing Arts Center
by Sabrina Wallace - Mar 6, 2025

Funny Girl dazzles! A powerhouse lead, a lush score & a showstopping number in 'Don't Rain on My Parade' make this production a must-see. A story of love, loss & resilience that is still relevant #FunnyGirlTour #BWW
LIBERATION Now Extended Through Early April at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company will present a one-week extension of the critically and widely-acclaimed world-premiere of Liberation by Bess Wohl, directed by Whitney White. Learn more!
Sia Musical SATURDAY CHURCH Will Premiere at New York Theatre Workshop
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 26, 2025

The first production of the New York Theatre Workshop (NYTW) 2025/26 Season will be the world premiere of the new LGBTQ+ musical, with music by Sia - Saturday Church. We have all of the details here!
First Look at Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren in THE LAST FIVE YEARS Broadway Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025

Discover the magic of THE LAST FIVE YEARS on Broadway with Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren. Get exclusive rehearsal photos and all the details about this highly anticipated production opening March 18, 2025.
Gregg Barnes, Wilberth Gonzalez and More Receive 2025 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2025

TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails, on Monday, April 7 at Tao Downtown. Learn more about the awardees for the TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards here!
TDF To Celebrate 50 Years of the Costume Collection At April Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025

TDF will celebrate 50 years of its exceptional Costume Collection with a glamorous party, Costumes & Cocktails, on Monday, April 7 at Tao Downtown (92 Ninth Avenue).
Noah Kieserman and Nasia Thomas Join THE LAST FIVE YEARS as Standbys For Jamie and Cathy
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

The standbys have been announced for the roles of Jamie and Cathy in the first-ever Broadway production of Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS. Learn more about them here!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to The Fabulous Fox This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to The Fabulous Fox Theatre this spring! The tour stars three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmel, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has David Zinn been nominated for?

Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Scenic Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Stereophonic, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for An Enemy of the People, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Stereophonic, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Outstanding Scenic Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Minutes, Best Costume Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Set Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Best Costume Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Doll's House, Part 2, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Humans, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Airline Highway, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Set Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Flick, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Select (The Sun Also Rises), Outstanding Costume Design (The Lortels) for Other Desert Cities, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Pride, Best Costume Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for In the Next Room (or the vibrator play), Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for In the Next Room, Outstanding Costume Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Mystery of Irma Vep , Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Chair and Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for The Four of Us.

What awards has David Zinn won?

David Zinn has won several prestigious awards, including: Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Stereophonic; Outstanding Scenic Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Stereophonic; Best Scenic Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Stereophonic; Best Costume Design at the BroadwayWorld Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants; Outstanding Set Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants; Best Scenic Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical; and Best Scenic Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for The Humans.

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