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Howard Harrison

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BIO

Howard’s current work on Broadway includes Tom Stoppard’s Rock ’n’ Roll, Mary Poppins (2007 Tony nomination) and Mamma Mia! (also London and worldwide). In the West End: Macbeth, Glengarry Glen Ross, Guys and Dolls, Donkeys’ Years and Edward Scissorhands. Previous work in New York/on Broadway includes Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Putting It Together and The Makropulos Case and Nabucco for the Metropolitan Opera.

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2025]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2023]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2022]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2022]
Lighting designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2020]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[Las Vegas, 2014]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2012]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2012]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2009]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2004]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2000]
Lighting Designer
 
[Toronto, 2000]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Lighting Designer
 
[UK Tour, 1998]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 1997]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 1995]
Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Lighting Design

Howard HarrisonCity of Angels

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Anna Christie


winner
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Lighting Design

Howard HarrisonMacbeth

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Howard Harrison, Macbeth

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Mary Poppins

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Howard Harrison, Mary Poppins

Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Guys And Dolls

Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Mary Poppins

Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Ragtime

Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard HarrisonCat On A Hot Tin Roof

Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard HarrisonTo The Green Fields Beyond

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard HarrisonPrivate Lives

Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard Harrison, The Fix

Videos

News


Jeff Rawle, Tony Jayawardena and Timothy Watson Join the Cast of SHADOWLANDS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025

Full casting has been announced for the West End production of William Nicholson's beloved and deeply moving play SHADOWLANDS, directed by Rachel Kavanaugh. which opens at London's Aldwych Theatre in February.
Tickets to go on Sale Next Week for MAMMA MIA! in Portland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Portland will go on sale in December. Since premiering in London in 1999 and on Broadway in 2001, the musical has captured the hearts of millions around the globe.
Tickets to MAMMA MIA! at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre to go on on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Vancouver at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre will go on sale. Since premiering in London in 1999 and on Broadway in 2001, the musical has captured the hearts of millions around the globe.
MAMMA MIA Returns To Austin In April; Tickets On Sale Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025

Texas Performing Arts will present the international hit musical MAMMA MIA! as part of the Broadway in Austin season at Bass Concert Hall. The production brings the beloved ABBA score and Catherine Johnson’s book back to audiences in a new touring edition.
Tickets For MAMMA MIA! In Edmonton to go on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Edmonton at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, will go on sale. The 25th Anniversary production of MAMMA MIA! made a return to Broadway in August 2025 for a limited six-month run.
Tickets on Sale For MAMMA MIA! at Pikes Peak Center
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025

The American Theatre Guild has announced that single tickets to the 25th Anniversary tour of MAMMA MIA! will go on sale to the public on Dec. 5, at 10 a.m. Learnm ore here!
MAMMA MIA! Comes To The Orpheum Theater In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

Omaha Performing Arts has announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2026 engagement of MAMMA MIA!, running April 28–May 3 at the Orpheum Theater.
Maggie Siff to Join Hugh Bonneville in SHADOWLANDS at Aldwych Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025

Maggie Siff will star as Joy Davidman in the West End production of William Nicholson’s beloved and deeply moving play SHADOWLANDS, alongside Hugh Bonneville.
Photos: MAMMA MIA! West End Finds New Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

All new production photos have been released of the new cast of MAMMA MIA! at the Novello Theatre in London's West End. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
MAMMA MIA! Will Play Milton Keynes Theatre In October 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2025

The worldwide smash-hit musical MAMMA MIA! will play Milton Keynes Theatre from October 13–24, 2026, as part of its major new UK tour. Featuring ABBA’s timeless hits, Judy Craymer’s beloved production has been seen by over 70 million people worldwide.
Additional Dates And Venues Set For New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025

MAMMA MIA! will embark on a new UK tour from 24 October 2025 and has announced further dates and venues. Learn more about where to catch the show here!
Full Cast Set For the New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025

Full casting has been announced for the sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! which embarks on a new UK tour beginning next month. Learn more about the tour here!
MAMMA MIA! Reveals New London Cast and Extends Booking
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

The new London cast has been announced of the global hit musical MAMMA MIA! Plus, the show's booking period has extended at London’s Novello Theatre. Learn more here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Howard Harrison been nominated for?

Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for City of Angels, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Anna Christie, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Macbeth, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Macbeth, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Ragtime, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for To The Green Fields Beyond, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for Private Lives and Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Fix.

What awards has Howard Harrison won?

Howard Harrison has won the Olivier Award for Best Lighting Design for City of Angels and the Olivier Award for Best Lighting Design for Macbeth.

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