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dots is a design collective based in New York City specializing in designing environments for narratives, experiences and performances. Hailing from Colombia, South Africa and Japan, we are Santiago Orjuela-Laverde, Andrew Moerdyk & Kimie Nishikawa . We approach every project with diversity of thought and burning curiosity, and above all, we believe in the value of the whole being greater than the sum of its individual parts. www.designbydots.com

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[Broadway, 2023]
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[Off-Broadway, 2022]
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Awards and Nominations

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

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

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Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

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Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

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

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The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Scenic Design

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News


Video: Cole Escola Would Want Somebody Else to Star in OH, MARY! Film

In a recent appearance on Watch What Happens Live, Cole Escola told Andy Cohen that they 'would love someone else' to play the character of Mary Todd Lincoln should Oh, Mary! ever come to the screen.
Photos: SOMEONE SPECTACULAR Opens Off-Broadway

Last night was the officially opening night for someone spectacular, the world premiere of a new play by Doménica Feraud, directed by Tatiana Pandiani. The production is now playing at The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center. Check out photos from opening night here!
Ballet Austin Announces 2024/25 Season

Ballet Austin reveals its 2024/25 season featuring a mix of provocative romances and cherished classics. Discover the exciting lineup that promises captivating performances for all ballet enthusiasts.
Photos: OH, MARY! On Broadway Welcomes Jennifer Aniston, Whoopi Goldberg, and Bill Hader

The Broadway premiere of Cole Escola's Oh, Mary! welcomed some special guests this week as Jennifer Aniston and Whoppi Goldberg stopped by to take in a performance of the zany new comedy, Check out photos from their visit!
Q&A: EDINBURGH 2024: Nerine Skinner on THE EXORCISM OF LIZ TRUSS

BWW caught up with Nerine Skinner on bringing The Exorcism of Liz Truss to the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Video: Cole Escola Talks Writing Inspiration for OH, MARY on THE VIEW

Cole Escola, writer and star of the hit Broadway play Oh, Mary, stopped by The View on Tuesday to talk about the show, which was recently transferred from Off-Broadway. Watch the full interview now!
OH, MARY! Extends Broadway Run Through November 10

The Broadway premiere of Cole Escola's hit comedy Oh, Mary! has extended its limited Broadway engagement, and will now run through November 10, 2024. The production shared a new promotional video announcing the extension, featuring none other than Patti LuPone. Check out the video here!
Juliana Madrid Releases 'Lifetime' EP

The 23-year-old Texas-born, NYC-dwelling Juliana Madrid has released her captivating Lifetime EP. The EP was written across 3 days in upstate New York last fall, at an artist retreat amongst many of Madrid’s songwriting heroes, organized by Mumford & Sons’ Ben Lovett and Neon Gold’s Derek Davies. Listen to it now!
Photos: SOMEONE SPECTACULAR at The Pershing Square Signature Center

Previews begin tonight for someone spectacular, the world premiere of a new play by Doménica Feraud (Rinse, Repeat – NY Times Critics’ Pick), directed by Tatiana Pandiani. Check out all new photos here!
Photos: OH, MARY! Celebrates Opening Night at The Eagle

Cole Escola's Oh, Mary! officially opened on Broadway on July 11 at the Lyceum Theatre, following a sold out, twice extended world premiere run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. BroadwayWorld was in attendance at the show's opening night celebration at The Eagle. Check out our exclusive photos here!
Review: TORONTO FRINGE FESTIVAL: DAY 8

Reviews of Madame Winifred's Circus of Wonders, Rooted: A Musical Poem, Girls' Night Cabin Fever, How Lucky Are We, The First Jew in Canada: A Trans Tale, and Are You Lovin' It?
Photos: Austin Butler, Kaia Gerber, LuPone, Broderick & More Attend OH, MARY! Opening Night

See our exclusive photo of Austin Butler and Kaia Gerber in the audience on opening night of Oh, Mary! on Broadway, as well as photos of Matthew Broderick, Patti LuPone, and more as they hit the red carpet here!
Photos: Company of OH, MARY! Hits The Red Carpet On Opening Night

Cole Escola’s Oh, Mary! opened last night at the Lyceum Theatre, following a sold out, twice extended world premiere run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. See photos as the company hits the red carpet on opening night!
Photos: OH, MARY! Takes Its Opening Night Bows On Broadway

Cole Escola’s Oh, Mary! opened last night at the Lyceum Theatre, following a sold out, twice extended world premiere run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. See photos from the opening night curtain call!
Video: OH, MARY! on Broadway Opening Night Curtain Speech

Watch the opening night curtain call speech of Oh, Mary! on Broadway.
Review Roundup: OH, MARY! Opens On Broadway

Cole Escola’s Oh, Mary! opens tonight at the Lyceum Theatre, following a sold out, twice extended world premiere run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.
Photos: In Rehearsals for Cole Escola's OH, MARY on Broadway

Go down memory lane with early rehearsal photos from Cole Escola's hilarious play, Oh, Mary!, which opens tomorrow at the Lyceum Theatre.
Los Gaiteros De San Jacinto to Launch North American Tour

The legendary Colombian cumbia and gaita group LOS GAITEROS DE SAN JACINTO will tour North America this summer to promote their new album ORGULLO COLOMBIANO, featuring 12 songs with both new and renowned composers. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look At OH, MARY! On Broadway

Check out new photos from the Broadway production of Oh, Mary!, written by and starring Cole Escola, here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has dots been nominated for?

Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Appropriate, Outstanding Scenic Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Appropriate, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Appropriate, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for An Enemy of the People, Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Public Obscenities and Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for You Will Get Sick.

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