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Takeshi Kata Awards and Nominations

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


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Obie Awards - 2008 - Set Design

Takeshi Kata, Adding Machine

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Takeshi Kata News


WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Releases New Block of Tickets Through February 2025


A new block of tickets is now on sale for the new Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Broadway By Design: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC


BroadwayWorld is shining a spotlight on the stellar designs of this Broadway season, show by show. Today, we continue with the creatives from one of the most acclaimed new plays of the year, Prayer for the French Republic- Scenic Designer Takeshi Kata, and Lighting Designer Amith Chandrashaker.

Spiritus/Virgil's Dance is Coming to Merrimack Repertory Theatre in May


After The Porch on Windy Hill plays its final tune, Spiritus/Virgil’s Dance will make its way to Merrimack Repertory Theatre’s Nancy L. Donahue Stage at Liberty Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review Roundup: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Opens On Broadway- See What the Critics Are Saying!


Come one, come all to the new big-top Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS opening at Broadway's Imperial Theatre tonight! See what the critics had to say about their trip to the circus! Read the reviews!

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Cast Album Will Be Recorded Next Week; Released on Ghostlight Records


GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has announced plans for an original cast recording of the new Broadway musical Water for Elephants. Learn more here!

Photos: First Look at WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway


All new photos have been released from the new Broadway musical, Water For Elephants, now playing at the Imperial Theatre! Check out the photos of the cast in action here!

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Launch Tent Talkback Series With the Creative Team


WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is launchig their Tent Talkback Series with members of the creative team following selected Saturday matinees at the Imperial Theatre. Learn more about the series!

Review: Kate Hamill's THE SCARLET LETTER at Two River Theater Captivates with the Timeless Theme of Womanly Strength


Two River Theater is presenting the stunning world premiere of 'The Scarlet Letter' skillfully reimagined by Kate Hamill, the renowned contemporary American playwright.

Two River Theater to Live Stream World Premiere of Kate Hamill's SCARLET LETTER


Two River Theater is partnering with The League of Live Stream Theater to stream the world premiere of Scarlet Letter by Kate Hamill. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Dael Orlandersmith's SPIRITUS/VIRGIL'S DANCE Begins Previews at Rattlestick Theater


Rattlestick Theater begins previews of Dael Orlandersmith's New York premiere of Spiritus/Virgil's Dance. Experience the powerful storytelling of Orlandersmith in this captivating production.

Photos: Bill and Hillary Clinton Visit PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC


The Samuel J. Friedman Theatre recently welcomed a couple of very special guests! Former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton, who will produce Suffs on Broadway later this season, posed for a photo before the show.

PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Extends Through March 3


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a final extension of the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Joshua Harmon (Bad Jews) and directed by David Cromer (The Band’s Visit), now running through Sunday, March 3.

VIDEO: Watch a New Commercial for PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Now Open on Broadway


Watch the new commercial for Prayer for the French Republic, now running at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, here!

Photo Exclusive: Go Inside PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opening Night After Party!


The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! Get an exclusive look inside the opening night after party in the photos!

Design Team Set For Dael Orlandersmith's SPIRITUS / VIRGIL'S DANCE at Rattlestick Theater


​​​​​​​Rattlestick Theater has announced the full creative team behind the New York premiere of SPIRITUS/VIRGIL's DANCE.

Photos: Stars Turn Out For Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC


The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening with Donna Murphy, Tyne Daly, LaChanze and more. Check out photos below!

Two River Theater Unveils Cast And Creative Team For World Premiere of Kate Hamill's THE SCARLET LETTER


Two River Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Kate Hamill's The Scarlet Letter, the world premiere of the play. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Company Celebrates Opening Night


The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening. Check out photos here!

Photos: The Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Takes Opening Night Bows


The Broadway premiere of Prayer For the French Republic is open now! The Manhattan Theatre Club production officially opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!

Takeshi Kata FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Takeshi Kata been nominated for?

Takeshi Kata has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Scenic Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Clyde's," the Earl girls award for outstanding set design at The Barrymore Awards for "Skin of Our Teeth," Outstanding Set Design of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Adding Machine," and Set Design at the Obie Awards for "Adding Machine."

What awards has Takeshi Kata won?

Takeshi Kata has won the Obie Awards for Set Design for "Adding Machine."

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