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[Immersive, 2019]
Production Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Scenic Designer

Brett Banakis Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Brett J. Banakis , Big Love

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Kyra Sedgwick, Florencia Lozano & More Join ALL OF ME at The New Group

The New Group has revealed the complete cast for All of Me, by Laura Winters. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Banff Centre Board Dismissed, Goodspeed Musicals Crews Join IATSE

More data out last week about the impact of the arts on the economies of the cities and small towns that many regional theatres call home - and the results show that theatre not only contributes to the cultural life of a community, but is contributing significantly to the economic life of many small towns.

Are THE WIZ's Backdrops AI Generated? And What is Scenography?

It is a rare week when two topics related to set design interest me. But that is what happened last week. The first topic involves social media and AI. The weekend before last, people kept sending me a TikTok clip or related posts about The Wiz allegedly using AI to generate its “backdrops.” The second topic involves a terminology change.

Photos: Greta Gerwig, Noah Baumbach, D'Arcy Carden and More Turn Up for Opening Night of Audible's SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

Go inside opening night of Audible Theater’s production of Sorry For Your Loss, written and performed by Michael Cruz Kayne and directed by Josh Sharp, with new photos from the red carpet. 

Audible Extends Run of SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS Ahead Of Opening Night

Audible Theater has announced an extension for Michael Cruz Kayne's self-authored show Sorry For Your Loss, directed by Josh Sharp. Due to demand, the production will now run through Saturday, June 10 at the Minetta Lane Theatre.

Michael Cruz Kayne's SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS Begins Previews Tonight At Audible Theater

Audible Theater's production of Michael Cruz Kayne's self-authored show Sorry For Your Loss, directed by Josh Sharp, begins previews tonight, Friday, April 28, at the Minetta Lane Theatre (18 Minetta Lane, between MacDougal & 6th Avenue – one block south of W. 3rd Street), Audible's creative home for live performances in New York.

Rialto Chatter: Jerry Mitchell Will Direct THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA London Run

Broadway director Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, Pretty Woman, Hairspray) will direct a London production of The Devil Wears Prada following a Chicago Pre-Broadway engagement.

New Comedy Shows with Chris Gethard & Michael Cruz Kayne to be Presented at Audible Theater This Spring

Audible Inc., has announced details for Audible Theater’s next two shows at the Minetta Lane Theatre, featuring Chris Gethard & Michael Cruz Kayne.

Photos: CAMP SIEGFRIED Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway

See photos from opening night of The New York Premiere of CAMP SIEGFRIED, the new play from Tony Award-nominee Bess Wohl.

Review Roundup: Bess Wohl's CAMP SIEGFRIED Opens At Second Stage Theater

The New York Premiere of CAMP SIEGFRIED, the new play from Tony Award-nominee Bess Wohl (2ST's Grand Horizons and Make Believe), directed by Tony Award-winner David Cromer (The Band's Visit, 2ST's Man from Nebraska) opens tonight at Second Stage's Tony Kiser Theater.

Photos: First Look at Johnny Berchtold & Lily McInerny in CAMP SIEGFRIED at Second Stage Theater

Get a first look at photos of the New York Premiere production of Camp Siegfried, the new play from Tony Award-nominee Bess Wohl, directed by Tony Award-winner David Cromer at Second Stage's Tony Kiser Theater. The production stars Johnny Berchtold and Lily McInerny.

Review Roundup: THE NOTEBOOK World Premiere Musical at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago Shakespeare Theater is presenting the world premiere of The Notebook, a new musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film. Now playing in a limited engagement through October 16, 2022. Let's see what the critics have to say!

Review: THE NOTEBOOK at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

What did our critic think of THE NOTEBOOK at Chicago Shakespeare Theater? THE NOTEBOOK is a pretty musical indeed. The musical treats Allie and Noah’s love story with a lighter touch than its source material, and the overall result is moving and graceful.

Johnny Berchtold Joins the Cast of CAMP SIEGFRIED at Second Stage

Johnny Berchtold will join the cast of the New York Premiere production of CAMP SIEGFRIED, the new play from Tony Award-nominee BESS WOHL (2ST’s Grand Horizons and Make Believe), directed by Tony Award-winner DAVID CROMER (The Band’s Visit, 2ST’s Man from Nebraska) at Second Stage Theater.

Elton John Says THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Musical Is 'Not Ready'

Elton John appeared on BBC Radio2's Zoe Ball show this morning to discuss his current slate of projects including Tammy Faye, The Devil Wears Prada, and his recent collaboration with Britney Spears.

Sawyer Barth & Lily McInerny to Star in Bess Wohl's CAMP SIEGFRIED at Second Stage Theater

Second Stage Theater will kick off its 44th Season with the New York Premiere of CAMP SIEGFRIED, the new play from Tony Award-nominee BESS WOHL, directed by Tony Award-winner DAVID CROMER. The production will feature SAWYER BARTH and LILY McINERNY, both of whom will be making their off-Broadway stage debuts.

Photos: The Cast of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Takes Their Opening Night Bows

The pre-Broadway run of The Devil Wears Prada, The Musical officially opened last night, August 7 in Chicago. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening bows here!

Review: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA at Nederlander Theatre

What did our critic think of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA at Nederlander Theatre? Haute mess. Fashion weak. Prêt-à-poor taste. I could go on with the fashion puns all day, but suffice to say THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, the new musical which opened Sunday in not quite ready for the runway in its current state.

VIDEO: Go Inside Opening Night Of Broadway-Bound THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA In Chicago

The world premiere production of The Devil Wears Prada, The Musical has officially opened in Chicago! The production began performances on July 19th, and celebrated opening night tonight, August 7th. The production runs through August 21st at Broadway In Chicago's James M. Nederlander Theatre. Watch the opening night curtain speeches from producer Kevin McCollum and director Anna D. Shapiro.

Photos/Video: First Look at Broadway-Bound THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA in Chicago

The world premiere production of The Devil Wears Prada, The Musical has officially arrived in Chicago! Check out a first look at Tony Award winner Beth Leavel as Miranda Priestly, Taylor Iman Jones as Andy Sachs, Javier Muñoz as Nigel Owens, and more!

Brett Banakis FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Brett Banakis been nominated for?

Brett Banakis has been nominated for Outstanding Scenic Design (The Lortels) for the show Big Love.

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