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BIO

Scott has been designing lights for the entertainment industry since 1986. Theatre shows include Cabaret, Pippin, Grease, Gigi, Naughty Marietta, The Full Monty, Waiting for Godot, Hamlet, The Grapes of Wrath, Pantomime, Fences, A Raisin in the Sun, A Kwanza Song, Celebrations, The Importance of Being Earnest, Twelfth Night, Do Black Patten Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up, and the World Premiere of A Piece of my Heart. Scott toured for years doing jobs all the way from Vari Lite Tech to Production Designer. The concerts and touring shows either designed for or toured with include Marillion, Lou Rawls, Jeffry Osbourne, WAR, Cameo, Pat Green, Journey, Big Daddy Weave, World Wrestling Federation Tour, Lysistrata Tour, Singing in the Rain Tour, Dr. Oz’s Real Age Tour, Sylvia Brown’s If You Could See What I See Tour, Hay House Publishing’s I Can Do It Tour, and Kirk Franklin with Yolanda Adams tour. Scott’s had the pleasure of working with some of the greatest companies in the US including Cleveland Playhouse, The Ohio Ballet, E.J. Thomas Hall, Richfield Coliseum, The Scope and Chrysler Hall, Carousel Dinner Theatre, The Kenley Players, Cain Park, Lyric Stage, Great Lakes Shakespeare Festival, Virginia Stage Company, Virginia Opera, Virginia Summer Musicals, Dallas Theater Center, Media Theatre, Newgate Theatre, Trinity Repertory Theatre, ART at Harvard University, The Runway Theatre, Greater Lewisville Community Theatre, Musical Theatre of Denton, The Sandra Feinstein Gamm Theatre, The Providence Black Repertory Theatre, AART, and The Black Academy for Arts and Letters. Scott attended the University of Akron and finished his degree in Theatre Arts at Trinity University. Mr. Davis is past president of The Runway Theatre in Grapevine, Texas and is now the Artistic Director at The Daum Theatre Company in Grand Prairie, TX.

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Associate Lighting Designer
 
[Beverly, MA (Regional), 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Assistant Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Assistant Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Assistant Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Assistant Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Assistant Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Scott Davis, Ride the Cyclone

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News


THE NUTCRACKER, CELTIC ANGELS CHRISTMAS, & More Set for The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in December

Ring in the holiday season this December with memorable performances at the Aventura Arts and Cultural Center. Learn more about the full lineup and how to get tickets here!
Video: 'A New Life' from Mulwaukee Rep's PRELUDE TO A KISS

Get a first listen to ‘A New Life’ from Milwaukee Rep's Prelude To A Kiss. Check out the video! Now on stage through October 19th, 2024.
Video: First Listen to 'Cold Feet' from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep

Get a first look at 'Cold Feet' from Milwaukee Rep's Prelude to a Kiss the Musical,where Rita confronts Peter on his (or perhaps really her) nerves on their wedding day. Watch as they discover just how deep their love really is. 
Video: Chris McCarrell, Caitlin Houlahan, Karen Ziemba & More in PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep

Get a first look at Prelude to a Kiss at Milwaukee Rep. Prelude to a Kiss features  book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Video: Caitlin Houlahan Sings from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep

Watch a preview of Prelude to a Kiss at Milwaukee Rep as Caitlin Houlahan (Rita) performs “I Haven’t Slept in Years,” a soaring ballad about the things that keep her character up at night. Prelude to a Kiss features  book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
WYO Performing Arts and Education Center Reveals 2024 Lotus Award winners

Kathy McNickle and Gene Sturlin have been selected as the recipients of the WYO Performing Arts and Education Center’s 2024 Lotus Awards and will be honored at a private reception September 14.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep

Go inside rehearsals for Milwaukee Repertory Theater's World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For PRELUDE TO A KISS A MUSICAL At Milwaukee Rep

Milwaukee Repertory Theater announced the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
ACT Louisville Announces Cast For JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT At Iroquois Amphitheater

ACT Louisville reveals the cast for JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Iroquois Amphitheater.
Review: PRELUDE TO A KISS Returns to South Coast Repertory as a World Premiere Musical

Based on Craig Lucas' 1988 play and 1992 film adaptation of the same name, PRELUDE TO A KISS - THE MUSICAL is an admirable first attempt of a new musical that is, clearly, still a work-in-progress. In its current state, this genuinely charming but disjointed musical could use a sharp refocus and some more magical and narrative clarity.
South Coast Repertory Presents PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL World Premiere

Experience the world premiere of PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Repertory. This modern fable, with lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, explores love's peaks and valleys.
MidAmerica Productions Inc. Unveils 2024 Concert Season Featuring Premieres by Marc-André Bougie & More

MidAmerica Productions Inc. has revealed programming for its 2024 season at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. See what's coming up and learn how to purchase tickets.
DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE Comes to the WYO This Month

Dinosaur World LIVE! will bring an interactive evening of “roarsome fun” to the WYO Performing Arts and Education Center February 23, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! The 2023 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023. 
Video: Watch John Cena & Zac Efron in the RICKY STANICKY Trailer

Watch the official trailer and check out the poster for the upcoming film RICKY STANICKY, starring John Cena and Zac Efron. Directed by Peter Farrelly, the film is produced by Amazon MGM Studios. Watch the video trailer now!
BRASS TRANSIT Comes to the WYO in February

Brass Transit, the world’s foremost Chicago tribute show, is set to take you back to the most memorable times of your life at the WYO Performing Arts & Education Center Friday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m.
International Guitar Night Comes to the WYO in February

International Guitar Night, the world’s premier touring guitar festival, will make a stop at the WYO Performing Arts and Education Center Tuesday, February 6 at 7 p.m. 
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Washington, DC Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Washington, DC Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

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and Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Ride the Cyclone.

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