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BIO

Broadway: Tuck Everlasting, A Christmas Story, Desire Under the Elms, Scandalous, Hollywood Arms. Walt has designed for theater, opera and dance for many theaters around the nation and around the globe.

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Set Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Set Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Scenic Design
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Scenic Designer
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Scenic Designer
 
[Regional (US), 2017]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Scenic Design
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Scenic Designer
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Scenic Designer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2007]
Scenic Designer
 
[New York, 2006]
Scenery/Costumes
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2006]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Scenic Designer
 
[New York, 2005]
Scenic Designer
 
[Chester, CT (Regional), 2005]
Scenery/Costumes
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2004]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Scenic Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Costume Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Scenic Designer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musical

Walt Spangler, Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical)

Walt Spangler, Tuck Everlasting

The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Walt Spangler, Between Riverside and Crazy

Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production

Walt SpanglerKing Lear

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Set Design of a Play

Walt Spangler, Desire Under the Elms

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Set Design

Walt Spangler, Desire Under the Elms

Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production

Walt SpanglerThe Duchess of Malfi

Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production

Walt SpanglerTimon of Athens

Videos

News


THE COUNTER By Meghan Kennedy Begins Final Four Weeks At Roundabout's Laura Pels Theatre

THE COUNTER by Meghan Kennedy is in its final four weeks at Roundabout's Laura Pels Theatre. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the acclaimed production before it closes.
Photos: Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch & More at HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Opening Night

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Hold on to Me Darling at The Lucille Lortel Theatre, starring Adam Driver! See photos of stars including Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch and more.
Review Roundup: Adam Driver Stars In HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Off Broadway

Stage and screen star Adam Driver returns to the New York theatre scene in Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling. Read the reviews!
Photos: Adam Driver & More in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING

Get a first look at photos of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling, starring Adam Driver, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre ahead of their opening night. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Starring Adam Driver Launches Digital Lottery & Cancellation Line

The TodayTix digital lottery policy and digital cancellation line for of Hold on to Me Darling starring Adam Driver has been announced. Learn how to get tickets here to the sold out show now running off-Broadway!
Exclusive Look: Matthew Broderick in BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company

Get a first look at Matthew Broderick starring in Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside Broderick.
Tony Awards Reveal 2025 Nominating Committee

The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced the Nominating Committee for the 2024-2025 Broadway season. Find out who made the list!
Photo: First Look at Adam Driver in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING

Get a first look at Adam Driver in Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling, which is running at the Lucille Lortel theatre. Directed by Neil Pepe, the production will opens on Wednesday, October 16th.
EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL to Release Original Cast Album

EMPIRE: The Musical Original Off-Broadway Cast album will be released this winter. The story is told through the lens of three generations of dreamers and doers spanning New York City in the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, and the Bicentennial Year of 1976. Learn more about the show and about the album.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for BABBIT Starring Matthew Broderick, Ali Stroker, Judy Kaye & More

Get a first look at rehearsal photos from Shakespeare Theatre Company's second show of 24/25 Season, Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony Award-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony Award-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside star Matthew Broderick. Babbitt runs at STC’s Harman Hall from October 1 to November 3.
Judy Kaye, Ali Stroker & More Join BABBITT Starring Matthew Broderick

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team of the second show of 24/25 Season, Babbitt. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set for HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Starring Adam Driver

The complete cast has been revealed for the upcoming production of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling starring Adam Driver this fall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Anthony Edwards, Susannah Flood, and Amy Warren Will Lead THE COUNTER Off-Broadway

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced complete casting for the world-premiere production of The Counter by Meghan Kennedy, directed by David  Cromer. Learnm ore about the cast here!
Adam Driver to Star in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING at the Lucille Lortel Theatre

Adam Driver will star in a new production of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL at New World Stages

Get a first look at Empire: The Musical at New World Stages! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Get a First Look at EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL at New World Stages

Get a first look at photos of Empire: The Musical at New World Stages! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
STRANGER SINGS! THE PARODY MUSICAL to Debut on BroadwayHD

BroadwayHD will debut Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical with an accompanying watch party on Wednesday, July 24, at 7:00 PM.
EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL to Premiere at New World Stages in July

EMPIRE: The Musical, will premiere in its hometown, New York City at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of STALKER at New World Stages

Performances are now underway for Stalker, which just celebrated its opening night Off-Broadway at New World Stages. Check out photos from opening night here!
Kara Young Joins THE APIARY For Final Week of Performances

Kara Young will reunite with her Clyde’s director, Kate Whoriskey, when she joins the cast of Kate Douglas’ THE APIARY on Wednesday evening, February 28th for the production’s final week of performances.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Walt Spangler been nominated for?

Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical, Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Tuck Everlasting, Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for Between Riverside and Crazy, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for King Lear, Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Desire Under the Elms, Outstanding Set Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Desire Under the Elms, Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Duchess of Malfi and Outstanding Set Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Timon of Athens.

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