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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Scenic Design
 
[West End, 2020]
Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Scenic Design

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play

Matt Saunders, Walden


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Set Design of a Play

Matt Saunders, Daddy

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Set Design for a Musical

Matt SaundersFuturity

The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Matt SaundersFUTURITY

News


Taylor Trensch To Replace Robin de Jesús at Select Performances of NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater has announced that Taylor Trensch will assume the role of Player 2, Dr. Verlaine in NIGHT SIDE SONGS at the Claire Tow Theater beginning Tuesday, March 3.
Review Roundup: NIGHT SIDE SONGS Opens Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater is presenting the new musical Night Side Songs, written by duo, The Lazours who are reuniting with Lortel and Obie Award-winning director Taibi Magar. See what the critics are saying in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup!
Video: Robin de Jesús Sings 'Miracle Song' From NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater has released a music video of “Miracle Song,” performed by Tony Award nominee Robin de Jesús, in his first solo number ever in a musical in New York City, from the new musical Night Side Songs.
Photos: First Look at Lincoln Center Theater's New Musical NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Gillian Blum - Feb 14, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater released first-look photos of the new musical Night Side Songs, written by The Lazours who are reuniting with Lortel and Obie Award-winning director Taibi Magar.
Video: WONDER at American Repertory Theater
by Joshua Wright - Feb 3, 2026

Get a first look at Wonder, based on the novel and film of the same name at American Repertory Theater through February 15, 2026. Wonder follows the Pullman family as they navigate change, identity, and belonging when their son Auggie begins attending school after years of hiding his facial difference beneath a space helmet. 
Video: 'Choose Kind' from WONDER THE MUSICAL
by Joshua Wright - Jan 21, 2026

The new musical Wonder, based on the novel and film of the same name, has extended its run at American Repertory Theater through February 15, 2026. Get a first look at the company performing 'Choose Kind' in this all-new video.
Photos: Robin de Jesús, Mary Testa and More in Rehearsals for NIGHT SIDE SONGS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the complete cast and creative team for the new musical Night Side Songs, written by The Lazours. Check out rehearsal photos here!
New Musical WONDER Extends at A.R.T. Through Mid February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026

The new musical WONDER, currently staged at A.R.T., has extended its run due to popular demand, now closing on February 15. This extension allows more audiences to experience the captivating narrative and performances that have garnered widespread acclaim.
Review: American Repertory Theater's World Premiere is a Musical WONDER
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 1, 2026

What did our critic think of WONDER at American Repertory Theater?
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; THE WIZ Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; City Springs Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Photo: Get a First Look at the Cast of WONDER at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

A.R.T. is presenting Wonder, a new musical about change, identity, and what it means to belong, featuring a driving, pop-inspired score by the GRAMMY Award–winning duo A Great Big World. Get a first look here!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; WAITRESS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; NATASHA, PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: Alison Luff Sings 'You Are Beautiful' From WONDER at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

Watch Alison Luff perform “You Are Beautiful” from the new musical Wonder with Ian Axel (piano) and Yair Evnine (cello).
Video: Ian Axel and Yair Evnine Perform 'Moon Boy' From WONDER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

Ian Axel and Yair Evnine perform “Moon Boy” from the new musical Wonder, co-composed by Ian Axel and Chad King of A Great Big World. The new musical follows the Pullman family as they navigate change, identity, and what it means to belong.
Nathan Salstone, Pearl Sun and More to Star in WONDER World Premiere Musical at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025

American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) has revealed the cast for the new musical Wonder. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
2025 BLACK THEATRE ALLIANCE AWARDS Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025

The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Matt Saunders been nominated for?

Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Walden, Outstanding Set Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Daddy, Outstanding Set Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Futurity and Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for FUTURITY.

What awards has Matt Saunders won?

Matt Saunders won the Outstanding Set Design of a Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Daddy.

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