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BIO

Chris Fisher is a member of The Magic Circle. He works worldwide as International Illusions & Magic Associate for Harry Potter & The Cursed Child.



Theatre credits as Illusion Consultant include: Peter Gynt (National Theatre), Superhero(Tony Kiser Theater, NY); A Very Very, Very Dark Matter (Bridge Theatre); Company(Gielgud); Julie (National Theatre); Angels in America (National Theatre & Broadway); Macbeth (RSC, Swan Theatre & Barbican); Barnum (Menier Chocolate Factory); The Hypocrite (Hull Truck Theatre/RSC, Swan Theatre); Big The Musical (Plymouth Theatre Royal/Dublin Bord Gáis Theatre); No Man’s Land (Wyndham’s); Into the Woods(Royal Exchange); Here We Go, Treasure Island (National Theatre); Xanadu(Southwark Playhouse); The Skriker (Royal Exchange).

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Productions

The BFG
 
[West End, 2025]
Illusions
Paranormal Activity
 
[West End, 2025]
Illusions
The Hunger Games: On Stage
 
[West End, 2025]
Illusions
The Lion, The Witch and The WardrobeThe Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
 
[West End, 2025]
Illusionist
Stranger Things: The First ShadowStranger Things: The First Shadow
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Visual Effects
Illusions Design
Stranger Things: The First ShadowStranger Things: The First Shadow
 
[West End, 2024]
Visual Effects Designer
Back to the Future: The MusicalBack to the Future: The Musical
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Illusions
Stranger Things: The First ShadowStranger Things: The First Shadow
 
[West End, 2023]
illusions design & visual effects
The Time Traveller's WifeThe Time Traveller's Wife
 
[West End, 2023]
Illusions
CompanyCompany
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Illusions
Back to the Future: The MusicalBack to the Future: The Musical
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Illusions
The Lion, the Witch and the WardrobeThe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
 
[West End, 2022]
ILLUSION & MAGIC
CompanyCompany
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Illusions
The Prince of EgyptThe Prince of Egypt
 
[West End, 2021]
Illusion Designer
Back to the Future The MusicalBack to the Future The Musical
 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Illusions Designer[Replacement]
SuperheroSuperhero
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Illusion Designer
MacbethMacbeth
 
[West End, 2018] [Replacement]
Illusions[Replacement]
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Illusions and Magic Associate
Angels in AmericaAngels in America
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Illusions
Angels in AmericaAngels in America
 
[West End, 2017]
Illusions
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[West End, 2016]
International Illusions & Magic Associate
CabaretCabaret
 
[West End, 2006]
Production Stage Manager
The Prince of EgpytThe Prince of Egpyt
 
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Illusion Designer
Dr StrangeloveDr Strangelove
 
[West End, ]
Illusions

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play

Chris Fisher, Stranger Things: The First Shadow


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Scenic Design

Chris Fisher, Stranger Things: The First Shadow

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Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE at The Hippodrome Photo
Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE at The Hippodrome
by Timoth David Copney - Feb 26, 2026

The Act II energy, the dazzling effects, and the powerhouse leads make for a wildly entertaining night at the theatre.
BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL Comes to the Birmingham Hippodrome Photo
BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL Comes to the Birmingham Hippodrome
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

Multi award-winning Back to the Future The Musical will be coming to Birmingham Hippodrome as part of its first ever UK tour. Learn more about the show here!
Rosanna Hyland, Amber Davies, and Sarah Goggin Will Return to BACK TO THE FUTURE For Photo
Rosanna Hyland, Amber Davies, and Sarah Goggin Will Return to BACK TO THE FUTURE For One Night Only
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical's acclaimed alumni cast Rosanna Hyland, Amber Davies and Sarah Goggin will make a special return to the production as ‘Lorraine Baines' at the Adelphi Theatre on Monday 9 March.
BACK TO THE FUTURE Stage Show Set for Madison Run in March Photo
BACK TO THE FUTURE Stage Show Set for Madison Run in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

Madison's Overture Center for the Arts will present the stage adaptation of the iconic film BACK TO THE FUTURE from March 10-15. This theatrical rendition brings the beloved sci-fi adventure to life with stunning visuals and original music.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour Photo
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The West End hit Paranormal Activity will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour from September 2026. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Rialto Chatter: Manhattan Concert Productions Will Bring PRINCE OF EGYPT to Lincoln C Photo
Rialto Chatter: Manhattan Concert Productions Will Bring PRINCE OF EGYPT to Lincoln Center in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026

Manhattan Concert Productions will bring Prince of Egypt, the musical featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Philip Lazebnik, to Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall in February 2027. Learn more here!
Frances Barber to Star in THE PSYCHIC's World Premiere at York Theatre Royal Photo
Frances Barber to Star in THE PSYCHIC's World Premiere at York Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

York Theatre Royal has announced Frances Barber will star as Rosa in the world premiere of The Psychic, a new play by writing duo Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman. Learn more here!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Return to the West End Photo
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Return to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Paranormal Activity will return to its Ambassadors Theatre home this August after a brief hiatus, marking a third extension for the hit production. Learn more here!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends Run at American Conservatory Theater Photo
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends Run at American Conservatory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

A.C.T. has extended Paranormal Activity, an original story based on Paramount Pictures’ terrifying film franchise. James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape the past… but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are.
Broadway's STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW to Be Filmed for Netflix Release Photo
Broadway's STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW to Be Filmed for Netflix Release
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026

Broadway's Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the prequel play to the Netflix series, will be filmed this week for a future release on the streamer. Performances from Tuesday, February 10 to Saturday, February 14 have been canceled to accommodate.
Victor de Paula Rocha, Ayana Cymone & More Will Join STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADO Photo
Victor de Paula Rocha, Ayana Cymone & More Will Join STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 10, 2026

Get ready, Hawkins. New principal cast  members are getting ready to join the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW as the production begins its second year on Broadway.
Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY at Theatre Royal Haymarket Photo
Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY at Theatre Royal Haymarket
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

New production photos have been released for the new British Musical, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry based on Rachel Joyce’s best-selling novel with music and lyrics by Passenger. CHeck out the photos here!
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL to Play Portland in 2025"26 Broadway Season Photo
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL to Play Portland in 2025"26 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical will arrive in Portland as part of the 2025-26 Broadway Season. This spectacular live experience is set for Keller Auditorium from June 16 – 21.
Review: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company Photo
Review: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Roger Catlin - Jan 31, 2026

Ghosts are not infrequent in Shakespeare’s work, from the spirits of Hamlet’s father to Banquo in “Macbeth.”  Is that enough of a connection to bring the theatrical creation “Paranormal Activity” to the Shakespeare Theatre Company?
BWW Q&A: Cher Álvarez Talks PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company Photo
BWW Q&A: Cher Álvarez Talks PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Jan 22, 2026

BroadwayWorld spoke to Cher Álvarez about the upcoming production of Paranoma Activity at Shakespeare Theatre Company, running January 28th through February 7th, 2026.
Cast Set For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at A.C.T.'s Toni Rembe Theater Photo
Cast Set For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at A.C.T.'s Toni Rembe Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

A.C.T.'s Toni Rembe Theater has announced the cast for its upcoming production of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY. The show, set to captivate audiences with its thrilling narrative, will feature a talented ensemble of actors.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run For a Second Time Photo
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run For a Second Time
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026

A second extension has been announced for the West End premiere of Paranormal Activity, which is now booking through to Saturday 25 April 2026. Learn more here!
Cast Updated For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company Photo
Cast Updated For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

​​​​​​​Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced a casting update for Paranormal Activity, an original story based Paramount Pictures' terrifying film franchise—now live on stage. 
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Breaks Marquis Theatre Box Office Record Photo
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Breaks Marquis Theatre Box Office Record
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025

The Tony Award-winning Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW broke the 9-performance house record at the Marquis Theatre with a gross of $2,510,948.00 for the week ending Sunday, December 28, 2025. 
Video: STRANGER THINGS Star Jamie Campbell Bower Makes Cameo in Broadway Play Photo
Video: STRANGER THINGS Star Jamie Campbell Bower Makes Cameo in Broadway Play
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2025

Watch a video of Jamie Campbell Bower surprising the audience for the final scene of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW for the final scene of the production, reprising his role as “Henry Creel.'
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Chris Fisher been nominated for?

Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow and Outstanding Scenic Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stranger Things: The First Shadow.

What awards has Chris Fisher won?

Chris Fisher has won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play for Stranger Things: The First Shadow. He also received the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Scenic Design for the same production, Stranger Things: The First Shadow.

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