“Curtis Bannister is the undisputed star of the show. He brings pathos and a deep amount of humanity to the role; he's a commanding performer”
-Broadway World
“radiating with slowly simmering energy, curtis Bannister proves his enviable control several times over.”
-TimeOut Magazine
“Bannister’s strikingly sensuous body language throughout this production is as seductive as his voice.”
-Herald Journal
2023 Joseph Jefferson Awards (Jeff Awards)
Nominee: Best Performer in a Principal Role (Jim | Big River)
2022 BTAA Awards
Nominee: Best Leading Actor in a Musical (Coalhouse Walker Jr. | Ragtime)
2021 Actors Equity Foundation AwarDS
Winner: Roger Sturtevant Award - Outstanding Talent in Musical Theatre
2021 Drama League Awards
Nominee: Outstanding Performance (Fidelio)