Takeshi Kata
Latest News on Takeshi Kata:
HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE World Premiere is Coming to Berkeley Rep (Dec 3, 2025)
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards; 13 THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical! (Dec 1, 2025)
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Kicks Off the 25-26 Broadway in Wichita Series (Nov 21, 2025)
HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE World Premiere is Coming to Berkeley Rep (Dec 3, 2025)
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards; 13 THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical! (Dec 1, 2025)
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Kicks Off the 25-26 Broadway in Wichita Series (Nov 21, 2025)
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Scenic Design of a Musical
Takeshi Kata, Water for Elephants
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Scenic Design for a Play
Takeshi Kata, Clyde's
The Barrymore Awards - 2012 - Earl girls award for outstanding set design
Takeshi KataSkin of Our Teeth
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Set Design of a Musical
Takeshi Kata, Adding Machine
winner
Obie Awards - 2008 - Set Design
Takeshi Kata, Adding Machine
Videos
Video: 'Boulevard of Broken Dreams' From Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT at Center Theatre Group
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-08 06:54:54
Video: See 'Holiday' from Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT At Center Theater Group
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-10-15 21:23:27
VIDEO: Watch a New Commercial for PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Now Open on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-01-13 15:43:38
Video: Get a First Look at PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-09 11:17:56
Video: Songwriting Team For Broadway's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Performs 'Anywhere'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-27 10:04:30
VIDEO: First Look at the World Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-02-01 11:46:12
Cast Recording of Signature Theatre's CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND to Be Released May 8
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-15 16:50:50
TV: Director Chay Yew Discusses The Importance of CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-01-16 18:06:28
VIDEO: Current Broadway Star Derren Brown Performs on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-10-14 14:47:32
TV: Watch Scenes from GLORIA's Chicago Premiere at Goodman Theatre
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-01-19 16:45:03
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Michael Weston, Jeannie Berlin and More in CTG's OTHER DESERT CITIES
by Stage Tube - 2012-12-14 08:16:50
STAGE TUBE: Felicity Huffman, Ed Begley, Jr. and More Talk Opening Night of NOVEMBER at the Taper
by Stage Tube - 2012-10-18 11:38:08
STAGE TUBE: Highlights of Ed Begley Jr, Felicity Huffman and More in Center Theatre/Mark Taper's NOVEMBER
by Stage Tube - 2012-10-17 13:37:39
STAGE TUBE: Ed Begley, Jr. in CTG's NOVEMBER Campaign Promo for 'Charles Smith'!
by Stage Tube - 2012-09-28 20:51:11
News
HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE World Premiere is Coming to Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
Kicking off the new year, Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present its 90th world premiere production, How Shakespeare Saved My Life — an autobiographical and music-filled tour de force written and performed by Jacob Ming-Trent.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
Kicking off the new year, Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present its 90th world premiere production, How Shakespeare Saved My Life — an autobiographical and music-filled tour de force written and performed by Jacob Ming-Trent.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld San Diego Awards; 13 THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld San Diego 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld San Diego 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!
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Kicks Off the 25-26 Broadway in Wichita Series
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
Casting has been announced for the North American Tour of the hit Broadway musical, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Based on the critically acclaimed bestselling novel, this engagement will kick off the 25–26 Broadway in Wichita Series.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
Casting has been announced for the North American Tour of the hit Broadway musical, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Based on the critically acclaimed bestselling novel, this engagement will kick off the 25–26 Broadway in Wichita Series.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour To Play The Bushnell In June 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS will play The Bushnell in Hartford from June 2–7, 2026. The production, based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, features a book by Rick Elice and music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS will play The Bushnell in Hartford from June 2–7, 2026. The production, based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, features a book by Rick Elice and music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co.
Caroline Aaron, Noah Galvin and More to Star in THE RESERVOIR at Atlantic Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the Off-Broadway debut of The Reservoir, written by Jake Brasch and directed by Shelley Butler.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the Off-Broadway debut of The Reservoir, written by Jake Brasch and directed by Shelley Butler.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour Comes To Playhouse Square March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS has announced full casting ahead of its 2026 engagement at Playhouse Square. The musical, based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, features a book by Rick Elice and music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS has announced full casting ahead of its 2026 engagement at Playhouse Square. The musical, based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, features a book by Rick Elice and music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Comes To Columbus June, 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
The North American tour of the critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, hailed as a Critic's Pick by The New York Times, is coming to the Ohio Theatre June 9-14, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
The North American tour of the critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, hailed as a Critic's Pick by The New York Times, is coming to the Ohio Theatre June 9-14, 2025.
Video: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Tour First Look
by Joshua Wright - Oct 24, 2025
Get a first look at the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in this all-new video. The tour is led by Zachary Keller (Jacob), Helen Krushinski (Marlena), Robert Tully (Mr. Jankowski), Connor Sullivan (August), Javier Garcia (Camel), Ruby Gibbs (Barbara), Grant Huneycutt (Wade), and Tyler West (Walter).
by Joshua Wright - Oct 24, 2025
Get a first look at the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in this all-new video. The tour is led by Zachary Keller (Jacob), Helen Krushinski (Marlena), Robert Tully (Mr. Jankowski), Connor Sullivan (August), Javier Garcia (Camel), Ruby Gibbs (Barbara), Grant Huneycutt (Wade), and Tyler West (Walter).
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Now on Sale at Proctors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to Proctors as part of the Broadway Series. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to Proctors as part of the Broadway Series. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Comes to Lubbock’s Buddy Holly Hall in January 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2025
Water for Elephants opens the 2025–2026 Broadway at the Buddy Holly Hall Series in Lubbock, TX, January 16–18, 2026. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 10 at 10 a.m..
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2025
Water for Elephants opens the 2025–2026 Broadway at the Buddy Holly Hall Series in Lubbock, TX, January 16–18, 2026. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 10 at 10 a.m..
Video: Meet The Cast of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Tour
by Joshua Wright - Aug 20, 2025
Meet the cast of the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, which begins performances beginning on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, MD in this all-new video.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 20, 2025
Meet the cast of the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, which begins performances beginning on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, MD in this all-new video.
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at PPAC to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
The North American tour of the hit Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to PPAC in December. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
The North American tour of the hit Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to PPAC in December. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets.
Ticket to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The Kentucky Center Now on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025
The North American tour of the critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to The Kentucky Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025
The North American tour of the critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to The Kentucky Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Zachary Keller and Helen Krushinski to Lead WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets to upcoming dates.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets to upcoming dates.
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
Tickets for the North American tour of l WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center are on sale now. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
Tickets for the North American tour of l WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center are on sale now. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Review: THE RESERVOIR at Geffen Playhouse Gil Cates Theater
by Tracey Paleo - Jun 29, 2025
What did our critic think of THE RESERVOIR at Geffen Playhouse Gil Cates Theater? “Well, the Geffen sure knows their audience,” remarked my guest at the media preview of, THE RESERVOIR. And I’d have to agree. Between the spontaneous audience call backs, guffaws, tears, and chant-alongs that happened much in the second act, it’s probably safe to say, the show’s a hit.
by Tracey Paleo - Jun 29, 2025
What did our critic think of THE RESERVOIR at Geffen Playhouse Gil Cates Theater? “Well, the Geffen sure knows their audience,” remarked my guest at the media preview of, THE RESERVOIR. And I’d have to agree. Between the spontaneous audience call backs, guffaws, tears, and chant-alongs that happened much in the second act, it’s probably safe to say, the show’s a hit.
Review: ONE OF THE GOOD ONES at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 2, 2025
Gloria Calderón Kellett’s “One of the Good Ones,” now onstage at The Old Globe, is like a live taping of your favorite sitcom—complete with fast banter, heartwarming family chaos, and the kind of well-meaning disaster that can only be caused by bringing a piñata to a dinner party.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 2, 2025
Gloria Calderón Kellett’s “One of the Good Ones,” now onstage at The Old Globe, is like a live taping of your favorite sitcom—complete with fast banter, heartwarming family chaos, and the kind of well-meaning disaster that can only be caused by bringing a piñata to a dinner party.
Review: THE NACIREMA SOCIETY at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - May 5, 2025
Even the best laid plans can have their wrinkles and loose ends that may eventually unravel. This is evidenced in the Guthrie Theater’s newest production, The Nacirema Society.
by Joe Sarafolean - May 5, 2025
Even the best laid plans can have their wrinkles and loose ends that may eventually unravel. This is evidenced in the Guthrie Theater’s newest production, The Nacirema Society.
Video: First Look at Guthrie's THE NACIREMA SOCIETY
by Joshua Wright - Apr 29, 2025
Get a first look at The Guthrie Theater's The Nacirema Society Requests the Honor of Your Presence at a Celebration of Their First One Hundred Years by Pearl Cleage, directed by Valerie Curtis-Newton.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 29, 2025
Get a first look at The Guthrie Theater's The Nacirema Society Requests the Honor of Your Presence at a Celebration of Their First One Hundred Years by Pearl Cleage, directed by Valerie Curtis-Newton.
Review: THE RESERVOIR at Alliance Theatre Embraces the Light Alongside the Shadow
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - Apr 24, 2025
Written by Jack Brasch and directed by Shelley Butler, the three-theatre, co-production, world-premiere of THE RESERVOIR arrives on the heels of its presentation as a finalist for the Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition.
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - Apr 24, 2025
Written by Jack Brasch and directed by Shelley Butler, the three-theatre, co-production, world-premiere of THE RESERVOIR arrives on the heels of its presentation as a finalist for the Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Takeshi Kata been nominated for?
Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Water for Elephants, Outstanding Scenic Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Clyde's, Earl girls award for outstanding set design (The Barrymore Awards) for Skin of Our Teeth, Outstanding Set Design of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Adding Machine and Set Design (Obie Awards) for Adding Machine.
What awards has Takeshi Kata won?
Takeshi Kata won the Obie Award for Set Design for Adding Machine.
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