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Broadway: set and costumes for Deaf West's Spring Awakening, set for Fool For Love. Recent off-Broadway: set and/or costumes for Rancho Viejo, Indian Summer, The Christians, Iowa (Playwrights Horizons), Sell.Buy.Date (Manhattan Theatre Club), Homos, or Everyone in America (Labyrinth), The Harvest, (Lincoln Center), The Glory of the World (B.A.M. Harvey), Cloud 9 (Atlantic) and other work at Roundabout, Second Stage, Vineyard Theatre, Lincoln Center Theatre, MCC, SoHo Rep, Rattlestick, Transport Group and many others. Regional work at The Humana Festival, Mark Taper Forum, Shakespeare Theatre, The Old Globe, Huntington Theatre Company, The Wallis Annenberg Center, Denver Center, Goodspeed, Woolly Mammoth, Center Stage, Dallas Theatre Center, New York Stage & Film, others. International work in Tokyo, Oslo, Osaka and throughout Australia. Dane won a 2017 OBIE Award for sustained excellence in set and costume design and has been nominated for a Drama Desk Award and 4 Henry Hewes Awards along with numerous regional accolades.

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Productions

The Lost Boys
 
[Broadway, 2026]
Video Designer
Scenic Designer
The Queen of VersaillesThe Queen of Versailles
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Set and Video Designer
Maybe Happy EndingMaybe Happy Ending
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Video Designer
Set Designer
ParadeParade
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Scenic Design
The PatsyThe Patsy
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Scenic, Costume Designer
Greater ClementsGreater Clements
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Set Designer
Broadbend, ArkansasBroadbend, Arkansas
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Scenic Consultant
Once On This IslandOnce On This Island
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Scenic Design
Little Shop of HorrorsLittle Shop of Horrors
 
[Regional (US), 2019]
Scenic Designer
HerculesHercules
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Scenic Designer
Benny & JoonBenny & Joon
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2019]
Scenic & Costume Designer
Lewiston & ClarkstonLewiston & Clarkston
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Set Design
ApologiaApologia
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Set Designer
Peace for Mary FrancesPeace for Mary Frances
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Scenic Designer
Summer and SmokeSummer and Smoke
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Scenic Designer
This Flat EarthThis Flat Earth
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Scenic Designer
Once On This IslandOnce On This Island
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
Benny & JoonBenny & Joon
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2017]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
DeathlessDeathless
 
[Chester, CT (Regional), 2017]
Scenic Design
The MoorsThe Moors
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
Merrily We Roll AlongMerrily We Roll Along
 
[Los Angeles, 2016]
Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
The HarvestThe Harvest
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Set Designer
Sell/Buy/DateSell/Buy/Date
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Scenic and Costume Design
Indian SummerIndian Summer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Scenic Design
Fool for LoveFool for Love
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Scenic Designer
Cloud NineCloud Nine
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Scenic Designer
Spring AwakeningSpring Awakening
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Scenic and Costume Designer
The ChristiansThe Christians
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Scenic Designer
American HeroAmerican Hero
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Scenic Design
Bad JewsBad Jews
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Costumes Designer
Bullet For AdolfBullet For Adolf
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Sets Designer
The TallsThe Talls
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Scenic Designer
The Boys in the BandThe Boys in the Band
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Dane Laffrey, Maybe Happy Ending


winner
Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical

Dane Laffrey, Maybe Happy Ending

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Scenic Design of a Play

Dane Laffrey, A Christmas Carol


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Scenic Design

Dane Laffrey, Once on this Island

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical

Dane Laffrey, Once On This Island


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Design

Dane LaffreySustained Excellence of Set and Costume Design

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Dane Laffrey, The Boys in the Band

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Photo: First Look at Sherie Rene Scott in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Photo
Photo: First Look at Sherie Rene Scott in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Michael Major - Nov 25, 2025

Sherie Rene Scott takes over in The Queen of Versailles tonight! The Broadway icon and standby for 'Jackie Siegel' performs her first show as 'Jackie Siegel,' see new photo of her during the show's final scene for the song 'This Time Next Year.'
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Sets Broadway Closing Photo
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Sets Broadway Closing
by Team BWW - Nov 24, 2025

It was announced today that The Queen of Versailles will play its final performance on Broadway at the St. James Theatre on January 4, 2026.
Video: Darren Criss Teams Up with Third Reprise for 80s Pop Rock Cover of 'I'm Not Th Photo
Video: Darren Criss Teams Up with Third Reprise for 80s Pop Rock Cover of 'I'm Not That Girl' From WICKED
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

Just in time for the theatrical release of Wicked: For Good, Tony winner Darren Criss partnered with Third Reprise for an 80s-style pop-rock cover of 'I'm Not That Girl,' originally sung by Elphaba in Wicked. Check it out now.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reflects on Playing Jackie Siegel in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Photo
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reflects on Playing Jackie Siegel in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 20, 2025

Tony Award-winner Kristin Chenoweth is back on Broadway in the new musical The Queen of Versailles. She stars as real-life socialite Jacqueline “Jackie” Siegel in the show, and recently stopped by CBS Mornings to talk all about it. Watch the interview now.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Sings 'This Time Next Year' in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Photo
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Sings 'This Time Next Year' in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2025

Watch a video of Kristin Chenoweth singing 'This Time Next Year' in The Queen of Versailles on Broadway. The video starts with a monologue to her social media followers, before Chenoweth begins to sing the Stephen Schwartz-written song.
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Will Launch 'Club 2064' Digital Lottery Photo
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Will Launch 'Club 2064' Digital Lottery
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING has launched a special digital lottery ticket initiative titled “Club 2064,” (named after the year the show takes place) available for performances starting tomorrow in honor of the production’s one-year anniversary on Broadway.
Video: Watch Highlights From THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Kristin Chenoweth Photo
Video: Watch Highlights From THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Kristin Chenoweth
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2025

Watch new video footage of The Queen of Versailles on Broadway, starring Tony and Emmy Winner Kristin Chenoweth and Academy Award winner F. Murray Abraham. The new footage shows the cast in action, with Chenoweth performing 'This Is Not the Way.'
Caissie Levy Departs THE LOST BOYS Musical Broadway Premiere Photo
Caissie Levy Departs THE LOST BOYS Musical Broadway Premiere
by Michael Major - Nov 6, 2025

Caissie Levy has announced that she will no longer be starring in the Broadway premiere of The Lost Boys. Watch the video she posted to her Instagram announcing her departure.
Kristin Chenoweth Clarifies Idina Menzel Feud Rumors Photo
Kristin Chenoweth Clarifies Idina Menzel Feud Rumors
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2025

Kristin Chenoweth is addressing rumors that she and Idina Menzel 'did not get along' during Wicked. She also reveals why she chose to star in The Queen of Versailles over Death Becomes Her.
Video: Andrew Barth Feldman Takes Final Bow in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Photo
Video: Andrew Barth Feldman Takes Final Bow in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2025

Andrew Barth Feldman played his final performance in Maybe Happy Ending on Saturday, November 1. He concluded his nine-week run in the musical alongside his real-life girlfriend, Helen J. Shen. Watch a video of his last bow!
Videos: Sherie Rene Scott Prepares For QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Ryah Nixon & Kristin Photo
Videos: Sherie Rene Scott Prepares For QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Ryah Nixon & Kristin Chenoweth
by Michael Major - Oct 29, 2025

The Queen(s) of Versailles! While Kristin Chenoweth is currently starring as Jackie Siegel on Broadway, Sherie Rene Scott and Ryah Nixon are preparing to take on the title role. Watch videos now and meet the other talented ladies!
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Reuniting with Stephen Schwartz for THE QUEEN OF VERSA Photo
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Reuniting with Stephen Schwartz for THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 17, 2025

Tony Award-winner Kristin Chenoweth is back on Broadway in The Queen of Versailles, a new musical in which she stars as real-life socialite Jacqueline “Jackie” Siegel. Watch an interview with the performer, who talks about reuniting with composer Stephen Schwartz for the project.
Listen to New Song 'Pretty Wins' from The Queen of Versailles Photo
Listen to New Song 'Pretty Wins' from The Queen of Versailles
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2025

Discover the new song 'Pretty Wins' from The Queen of Versailles, featuring music by Stephen Schwartz. Listen now and enjoy Broadway's latest hit!
Caissie Levy, Paul Alexander Nolan, and More Will Lead THE LOST BOYS on Broadway; Dat Photo
Caissie Levy, Paul Alexander Nolan, and More Will Lead THE LOST BOYS on Broadway; Dates, Cast, and Creatives Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Principal casting has been announced for the world premiere of THE LOST BOYS, A NEW MUSICAL starring Caissie Levy as ‘Lucy Emerson,’ LJ Benet as ‘Michael Emerson,’ and more!
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Launches Rush and Lottery Policies Photo
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Launches Rush and Lottery Policies
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025

Producers have announced in-person rush, digital rush, and digital lottery policies for the Broadway premiere of The Queen of Versailles. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Will Release Cast Recording; Listen to Kristin Chenoweth Sing Photo
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Will Release Cast Recording; Listen to Kristin Chenoweth Sing 'Caviar Dreams'
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

The Queen of Versailles will release its Original Broadway Cast Recording. The first single “Caviar Dreams,” performed by Tony and Emmy winner Kristin Chenoweth and the cast, is available now.
Video: HERCULES Star Luke Brady Performs 'Go the Distance' Photo
Video: HERCULES Star Luke Brady Performs 'Go the Distance'
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2025

Disney’s Hercules is now playing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London, starring Luke Brady in the title role. Watch a video clip of Brady performing “Go the Distance” from the new West End stage production.
Video: Darren Criss 'Passes the Charger' to Andrew Barth Feldman at MAYBE HAPPY ENDIN Photo
Video: Darren Criss 'Passes the Charger' to Andrew Barth Feldman at MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Michael Major - Sep 5, 2025

Before Darren Criss departed Maybe Happy Ending earlier this week, he 'passed the charger' to Andrew Barth Feldman before he took over as 'Oliver' in the Tony-winning production. Watch the video!
Nikiya Mathis, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, & More Earn 2025 Hewes Design Awards Photo
Nikiya Mathis, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, & More Earn 2025 Hewes Design Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025

The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has revealed the 2025 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 61st annual ceremony on October 20 in New York.
Sherie Rene Scott Sets Dates to Play 'Jackie' in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Photo
Sherie Rene Scott Sets Dates to Play 'Jackie' in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

Sherie Rene Scott, who is the standby for the role of 'Jackie' in The Queen of Versailles on Broadway, has announced upcoming dates in which she will step into the role. 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Dane Laffrey been nominated for?

Outstanding Scenic Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Best Scenic Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Christmas Carol, Best Scenic Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Once on this Island, Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Once On This Island, Design (Obie Awards) for Sustained Excellence of Set and Costume Design and Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Boys in the Band.

What awards has Dane Laffrey won?

Dane Laffrey has won the Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Maybe Happy Ending. He also received the BroadwayWorld Award for Best Scenic Design for Once on This Island. Additionally, he earned the Obie Award for Sustained Excellence of Set and Costume Design.

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