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Hugh has designed the lighting for more than 160 productions and worked for most of the UK's national companies and extensively on Broadway. He has received three Olivier Awards for Best Lighting Designer: in 2004 for Pacific Overtures (Donmar); in 2000 for The Graduate (West End) and The Cherry Orchard (National Theatre); and in 1998 for The Unexpected Man (RSC) and The Blue Room (Donmar). In New York he received TONY® award nominations for Mary Stuart and Spamalot.



His most recent work includes: Ghost the Musical (West End); The Wizard of Oz (West End); Matilda (RSC); Deathtrap (West End); La Bête (West End & Broadway); Shrek (London & US Tour); The Late Middle Classes (Donmar); The Real Thing (Old Vic); Arabian Nights (RSC); A Steady Rain (Broadway); Tanz der Vampire (Vienna & Berlin).

Hugh Vanstone Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
Lighting
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2022]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2022]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2020]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2019]
Lighting
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2019]
Co-Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
Lighting[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2014]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2012]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2010]
LIGHTING DESIGN
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2007]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2004]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2002]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 1998]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 1994]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Associate Lighting Designer

Hugh Vanstone Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway)

Hugh VanstoneBack to the Future


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, The Height of the Storm


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, A Christmas Carol


winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Hugh Vanstone, A Christmas Carol

Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Groundhog Day


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Matilda

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Hugh Vanstone, Matilda the Musical


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Ghost

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Ghost The Musical

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Matilda The Musical


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical)

Hugh Vanstone, Ghost: The Musical

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Hugh Vanstone, Ghost The Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Lighting Design in a Play

Hugh Vanstone, Mary Stuart

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Hugh Vanstone, Mary Stuart

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Monty Python's Spamalot

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Monty Python's Spamalot

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Hugh Vanstone, Monty Python's Spamalot


winner
Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, Pacific Overtures


winner
Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Lighting Designer

Hugh VanstoneThe Cherry Orchard

The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, The Unexpected Man


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Hugh Vanstone, The Unexpected Man


winner
Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best Lighting Designer

Hugh VanstoneThe Blue Room

Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Lighting Designer

Hugh VanstoneHamlet

Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Lighting Designer

Hugh Vanstone, Art

Hugh Vanstone Videos

Hugh Vanstone News


John Simm to Star as Ebenezer Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic

John Simm will take on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in Matthew Warchus’ beloved production of A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne at The Old Vic. Learn how to purchase tickets.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Melbourne For The Festive Season In 2024

A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns to Melbourne in 2024, bringing festive cheer with its beloved holiday production.
Further Venues Set for MARY POPPINS UK and Ireland Tour

Following a record-breaking run in London’s West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group have announced further venues for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS. 
New Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End

A new cast has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 13th year in London and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
Photos: BACK TO THE FUTURE Composer Glen Ballard Gets a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Take a look at these photos of Back to the Future's composer, Glen Ballard, as he celebrates receiving his new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
New Cast Joins BACK TO THE FUTURE in London; Plus Booking Extends

An all new cast is joining BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical. The musical will also extend through to Sunday 27 July 2025 at the Adelphi Theatre in London’s West End. Tickets are on sale now.
Exclusive: First Look At Cast Of BACK TO THE FUTURE on Tour in Action

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the North American Tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical. The tour is hitting 88mph coast-to-coast, bringing the hit Broadway and West End production to over 25 cities. Check out brand-new video of the cast in action!
Tickets Now on Sale for BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL in St. Louis

Single tickets for the 2022 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical at the Fabulous Fox Theatre are on sale now!
Evan Alexander Smith and David Josefsberg Will Join Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE

BACK TO THE FUTURE has found some new cast members in Evan Alexander Smith and David Josefsberg. We have all of the details!
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Chicago Engagement On Sale Tomorrow

Tickets for the Chicago engagement BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical, go on sale tomorrow.
Tickets to BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at the Orpheum Theatre to go on Sale in June

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical will come to Minneapolis as part of the 2024-25 Broadway Season. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Final Days To Vote For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards

The latest standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Proctors in June

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical will come to Schenectady as part of the 2023-24 Key Bank Broadway Season. Learn how to purchase tickets.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Releases New Block of Tickets Through April 27, 2025

Great Scott! A new block of tickets for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical on Broadway has just been released for sale through Sunday, April 27, 2025. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2024 Nominated Revivals

The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
J. Smith-Cameron and Mark Rylance Will Lead JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK, Directed by Matthew Warchus

Tony award-nominee J. Smith-Cameron will star as Juno Boyle opposite Mark Rylance as ‘Captain’ Jack Boyle in a new production of Seán O’Casey's Juno and the Paycock, directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus.
First Standings Announced For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards; THE GREATS GATSBY Leads Best Musical

The first standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
STEREOPHONIC, SUFFS & More Win Outer Critics Circle Awards

The Outer Critics Circle, the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, announced the winners of the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards. Check out the Full List of winners here!
DEAD OUTLAW, STEREOPHONIC & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards

Read the full list of 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations! Leading the nominations are Stereophonic and Dead Outlaw.
Video: Go Behind the Scenes of BACK TO THE FUTURE's Clock Tower Scene

Get a behind the scenes look at the Clock Tower scene in Back to the Future: The Musical. Learn more about the show!

Hugh Vanstone FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Hugh Vanstone been nominated for?

Hugh Vanstone has been nominated for several awards for his outstanding lighting design work on various Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Some of his notable nominations include Outstanding Lighting Design for "Back to the Future," "The Height of the Storm," and "A Christmas Carol" at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. He has also been nominated for Best Lighting Design of a Play for "A Christmas Carol" at the Tony Awards, Best Lighting Design at the Olivier Awards for "Groundhog Day," "Matilda," and "Ghost The Musical," and Outstanding Lighting Design for "Ghost: The Musical" at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, he received nominations for Best Lighting Design of a Musical for "Matilda the Musical" and "Ghost The Musical" at the Tony Awards. Other nominations include Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "Mary Stuart," Best Lighting Design for "Monty Python's Spamalot" at the Olivier Awards, and Best Lighting Designer for "The Cherry Orchard," "The Unexpected Man," "The Blue Room," "Hamlet," and "Art" at the Olivier Awards.

What awards has Hugh Vanstone won?

Hugh Vanstone has won the following awards: Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Christmas Carol, The Height of the Storm, and Ghost: The Musical. He also won Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Christmas Carol, Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Matilda and Ghost, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Pacific Overtures, and The Cherry Orchard. Additionally, he has won Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ghost: The Musical, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Blue Room and The Cherry Orchard, and Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Unexpected Man.

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