I create visually engaging productions that uncover the emotional truth of each work while inviting audiences into the story. My directing combines historical curiosity with contemporary imagination, always honoring the music, text, and humanity at the heart of the piece.

Past Projects

L’amant Anonyme

New Camerata Opera

Opera Scenes

Opera NOrth

The Grand Duchess of Gerolstein

Victorian Lyric Opera Company

The Messiah

Bshawmcknight Productions

Rappaccini’s Daughter

Opera ColumBUs

L'Amant Anonyme NCO 2026 Stage Director: Brandon Shaw McKnight Conductor: Kelly Lam Stage Manager: Holly Thomas Costume Designer: Stephanie Mae Fisher Lighting Designer: Joshua Rose Set Designer and Props: Ariana Swei
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Rappaccini's Daughter Opera Columbus 2025 Stage Director: Brandon Shaw McKnight Conductor: Rolando Salazar Stage Manager: Rickelle Williams Costume Designer: Gerardo Encinas Set Designer: Julia Noulin-Merat Lighting Designer: Mario Raymond
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The Grand Duchess of Gerolstein: Staged Concert VLOC Stage Director: Brandon Shaw McKnight Conductor: Joseph Sorge Stage Manager: Doug Margot
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Every production begins with a simple question:

Why this story, and why now?

Every production begins with a simple question: Why this story, and why now?