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BIO

Charlie Morrison is a multiple award-winning Lighting Designer whose work has been seen worldwide on four continents and in every state in the continental US. Over the past twenty-five years, Charlie has created the lighting for well over 300 projects, from national and international touring productions, to regional theatre, to major architectural, retail and themed attractions. National and International touring productions include Disney?s The Little Mermaid; Dr. Seuss? How the Grinch Stole Christmas-The Musical (also with productions at the Hulu Theatre in New York, Chicago, Boston, and the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville); the US Tour and China premiere of A Chorus Line; Elton John and Tim Rice?s Aida; A Christmas Story-The Musical; The Who?s Tommy; the 10th anniversary tour of The Producers; Chitty Chitty Bang Bang; Miss Saigon; Groovaloo (also at the Union Square Theatre in New York); The King and I; The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Smokey Joe?s Caf ; My Fair Lady; Gypsy; 42nd Street; Singin? in the Rain; and many others. Charlie is a frequent collaborator at many of the nation?s top regional theatres, including Paper Mill Playhouse, Shakespeare Theatre Company (DC), The Guthrie, Theatre Under the Stars, Goodspeed Musicals, Seattle 5th Avenue Theatre, Dallas Summer Musicals, Kansas City Starlight, Broadway Sacramento at Music Circus, Seattle Rep, George Street Playhouse, Olney Theatre Center, and Playmaker?s Rep. Charlie has also created the lighting for a wide variety of retail projects, events, and architectural installations. Clients include Hot Topic, XL New York (a nightclub in New York?s Chelsea district), Foot Locker, The Silver Legacy Resort and Casino, Universal Studios Florida, Shakespeare Theatre Company (annual gala), RH Productions, Creative Realities, Hands on House (an interactive children?s museum), and The American Academy for the Advancement of Science, among many others. Charlie is a graduate of North Carolina School of the Arts and is a member of United Scenic Artists.

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2024]
Lighting Design
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Lighting Design
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Lighting Designer [Replacement]
 
[Regional (US), 2019]
Lighting Designer
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Lighting Designer
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2006]
Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Charlie MorrisonRichard III


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Charlie MorrisonThe Elephant Man

Helen Hayes Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Charlie MorrisonAn Enemy of the People


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Charlie MorrisonThe Tempest

Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Charlie MorrisonOthello

Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Charlie MorrisonOliver!

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News


Review: ALMOST FAMOUS at A.C.T. Of CT
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Oct 27, 2025

A.C.T. of CT opened its 2025-2026 season with Almost Famous: The Musical in a masterful production. Long-time patrons of A.C.T. know they will get total professionalism from the cast and creative crew, but this production of Almost Famous has something extra. A.C.T.’s artistic director and director of this production, Daniel C. Levine, worked with Cameron Crowe and Tom Kitts on the revised book and score, which will be the new licensed version of Almost Famous going forward.
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL 2025 National Tour Cast And Dates Revealed
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025

Full cast and an official tour schedule has been announced for the 2025 National Tour of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL, launching November 11, 2025 in Utica, New York.
John Little and Terance Reddick Will Lead Hanover Theatre's 18th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts announced the full cast for its 18th annual production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, running on the main stage.
Michael Fabisch Will Lead Reimagined ALMOST FAMOUS at A.C.T. of CT
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2025

A.C.T. of CT will open its 2025–2026 season with a newly reimagined production of Almost Famous: The Musical. This will mark the first professional regional staging of the show since its Broadway debut in 2022.
Review: LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL: A NEW ORLEANS GUMBO at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Aug 16, 2025

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL is a vibrant, music-soaked love letter to a city that lives and breathes rhythm even in the face of heartbreak and hardship. The Phoenix Theatre Company creates a celebration of a city, its culture, and its music.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Presented at The Hanover Theatre This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts will present the classic Charles Dickens' masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, will return to the main stage with an all-new production. Learn more!
Video: Watch New Clips From RAGTIME At Goodspeed Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2025

Watch brand new video from Ragtime at Goodspeed Opera House as Mamie Parris and Behr Marshall perform, 'The Night That Goldman Spoke at Union Square' and 'Journey On'. 
Video: First Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Michael Major - Jun 3, 2025

Watch a new video preview of The Little Mermaid at Paper Mill Playhouse, including Hillary Fisher singing 'Part of Your World' and Haven Burton singing 'Poor Unfortunate Souls.' 
Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse Shines Bright and Delights
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 3, 2025

Be enchanted!  Disney’s 'The Little Mermaid' at Paper Mill Playhouse (PMP) tantalizes the imagination with its star-studded cast, elaborate production quality, and fantastic story.
FEVER DREAMS, RAGTIME and More Top 2025 Connecticut Critics Circle Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals’ production of “Ragtime” and two plays from TheaterWorks Hartford – “Fever Dreams” and “Primary Trust” - lead the shows nominated for the 33rd annual Connecticut Critics Circle Awards.  
Video: 'Success' from Goodspeed's RAGTIME
by Joshua Wright - May 23, 2025

Watch David R. Gordon (Tateh) perform 'Success' with the cast of Goodspeed's Ragtime in this all-new clip. Ragtime features a book by Terrence McNally. Music is by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. The musical is based on the novel “Ragtime” by E. L. Doctorow.
Video: Watch 'Your Daddy's Son' From RAGTIME At Goodspeed Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2025

Watch brand new video from Ragtime at Goodspeed Opera house as Brennyn Lark performs 'Your Daddy's Son'. The production runs through June 15, 2025. The cast for Ragtime is one of the largest in Goodspeed’s history.
Video: Watch Mamie Parris Sing 'Back to Before' in Goodspeed's RAGTIME
by Michael Major - May 12, 2025

Goodspeed has shared a new video of Mamie Parris performing 'Back to Before' from Ragtime. A powerful musical about the dreams of three American families woven together with ragtime, jazz and show tunes, Ragtime kicks off Goodspeed's 2025 season. 
Video: Edward Watts, Mamie Parris & More in RAGTIME at Goodspeed
by Joshua Wright - May 2, 2025

Get a first look at the company of Goodspeed Musicals' Ragtime - the first production of the 2025 season. A powerful musical about the dreams of three American families woven together with ragtime, jazz and show tunes, Ragtime runs through June 15, 2025 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, Conn.
Hillary Fisher, Haven Burton and More to Star in THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the cast and the creative team for Disney’s The Little Mermaid, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2024-2025 season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: RAGTIME at Goodspeed Musicals
by Emmy Rice - Apr 26, 2025

Production photos have been released for Ragtime at Goodspeed Musicals, running through June 15. See here for the photos of the production and more information!
Video: Edward Watts, Mamie Parris & More in Rehearsals for RAGTIME at Goodspeed
by Joshua Wright - Apr 25, 2025

Get a first look at the company of Goodspeed Musicals' Ragtime performing 'Journey On' from the first production of the 2025 season. A powerful musical about the dreams of three American families woven together with ragtime, jazz and show tunes, Ragtime runs from April 25 – June 15 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, Conn.
Video: Goodspeed's RAGTIME Rehearses 'Gettin' Ready Rag'
by Michael Major - Apr 18, 2025

The cast of Goodspeed's Ragtime rehearses 'Gettin' Ready Rag.' The video features Shaunice Maudlyn Alexander, Jordan Alexander, Yophi Adia Bost, Jalyn Crosby, Jeremiah Valentino Porter, Rory Shirley, Denver Andre Taylor and Michael Wordly.
Video: Watch the Cast of Goodspeed's RAGTIME Perform 'New Music'
by Michael Major - Apr 15, 2025

Watch the cast of Goodspeed's Ragtime rehearse 'New Music,' before performances begin on April 25. The video features Michael Wordly and Brennyn Lark with Shaunice Maudlyn Alexander, Jordan Alexander, Mia Bergstrom, Tommy Betz, and more.
Mamie Parris, Brennyn Lark, Edward Watts and More to Star in RAGTIME at Goodspeed Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals will present Ragtime as its first production of the 2025 season, starring Mamie Parris and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Charlie Morrison been nominated for?

Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Elephant Man, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for An Enemy of the People, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Tempest , Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Othello and Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Oliver!.

What awards has Charlie Morrison won?

Charlie Morrison has won the Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production award at the Helen Hayes Awards for both The Elephant Man and The Tempest.

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