Brenda Abbandandolo

Brenda Abbandandolo is a highly accomplished and deeply expressive American costume designer celebrated for her extraordinary psychological precision, rich textural storytelling, and remarkable versatility across theater, film, and television. A graduate of the prestigious Yale School of Drama, where she earned her Master of Fine Arts in Design, she has built an extensive biography through her collaborations with premier theatrical institutions and visionary directors across the United States. Known for her unique ability to craft character-driven garments that seamlessly convey historical authenticity and complex inner lives, she has become one of the most respected and sought-after visual artists in the contemporary theater community. She achieved monumental critical acclaim for her stunning, evocative costume design for the hit Broadway musical adaptation of The Notebook, a powerhouse production that earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Costume Design of a Musical. Her prolific portfolio includes landmark designs for acclaimed Off-Broadway and regional productions such as the world premiere of Stereophonic, Peerless, Cymbeline, and Member of the Wedding, as well as extensive work with institutions like the Playwrights Horizons, Vineyard Theatre, and the Public Theater. Recognized with nominations from the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and the Henry Hewes Design Awards, her exceptional artistic contributions continue to shape the sartorial and visual landscape of the modern American stage.