Jennifer Tipton
Birth Place: Columbus, OH, USA
Latest News on Jennifer Tipton:
Asolo Rep Unveils Cast and Creative Team for Pulitzer Prize–Winning PRIMARY TRUST (Dec 18, 2025)
Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes And Jamal Shead Debut As Cannon Dolls In THE NUTCRACKER (Dec 5, 2025)
Review: DUTCH NATIONAL BALLET at New York City Center-Absolutely Charming (Nov 21, 2025)
Asolo Rep Unveils Cast and Creative Team for Pulitzer Prize–Winning PRIMARY TRUST (Dec 18, 2025)
Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes And Jamal Shead Debut As Cannon Dolls In THE NUTCRACKER (Dec 5, 2025)
Review: DUTCH NATIONAL BALLET at New York City Center-Absolutely Charming (Nov 21, 2025)
BIO
Recent work includes A Doll's House, Part 2; David Cale's We're Only Alive for a Short Amount of Time (Goodman Theatre); Romeo et Juliette (Metropolitan Opera); Alexei Ratmansky's Romeo and Juliet (The Bolshoi Theatre); Shen Wei's Neither (BAM); and Richard Nelson's Uncle Vanya (Hunter College). Tipton teaches lighting at the Yale School of Drama. She has received the Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, the Jerome Robbins Prize, and the Mayor's Award for Arts and Culture in New York City. In 2008 she was made a United States Artists Gracie Fellow and a MacArthur Fellow. She is a two-time Tony Award winner.
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Productions
[Broadway, 1976]
Lighting Designer
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical
Jennifer Tipton, Intimate Apparel
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Jennifer Tipton, To Kill a Mockingbird
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Jennifer Tipton, A Doll's House, Part 2
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Jennifer Tipton, The Testament of Mary
Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Jennifer TiptonDance of Death
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton , La Bête
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1989 - Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Waiting For Godot
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1989 - Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, The Rimers of Eldritch
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1989 - Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Long Day's Journey Into Night
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1989 - Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Jerome Robbins' Broadway
winner
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Jerome Robbins' Broadway
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Waiting for Godot / Long Day's Journey Into Night / Jerome Robbins' Broadway
winner
The Hewes Awards - 1987 - Lighting Design
Jennifer TiptonWorstward Ho
Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Whoopi Goldberg
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Lunch Hour
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, Sophisticated Ladies
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/ When the Rainbow is Enuf
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, The Cherry Orchard
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Lighting Design
Jennifer Tipton, The Cherry Orchard
Videos
Video: Watch Footage from The Metropolitan Opera's ROMEO ET JULIETTE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-10 13:09:36
Video: Stars of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Walk The Red Carpet in Los Angeles
by Adam Riegler - 2022-10-27 13:49:48
Exclusive: Watch 'No One Does It For Us' From PBS' INTIMATE APPAREL Live Capture
by Michael Major - 2022-09-20 10:37:37
VIDEO: Get A First Look At ABT STUDIO COMPANY SPRING FESTIVAL; Premieres Next Month!
by Stephi Wild - 2021-05-18 05:14:24
VIDEO: Take a Look at THE MICHAELS at The Public Theater Now Extended Through Sunday, December 1
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2019-11-07 14:11:30
VIDEO: Jeff Daniels Wasn't Intimidated to Play Atticus Finch in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-02-19 09:16:33
Video: The Clintons Receive A Warm Welcome At TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-02-15 23:50:09
TV: Aaron Sorkin, Jeff Daniels & More Talk Bringing TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD From Page to Stage
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-12-05 10:09:34
VIDEO: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Cast and Creatives Discuss the Show on 60 Minutes
by Stephi Wild - 2018-11-26 05:58:44
VIDEO: American Ballet Theatre Previews Fall Season Featuring World Premieres by Michelle Dorrance and Jessica Lang
by Alan Henry - 2018-08-21 10:51:42
TV: Watch Highlights from WHAT DID YOU EXPECT? at The Public
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2016-09-27 15:48:29
TV: Fiona Shaw & THE TESTAMENT OF MARY Team Celebrate Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-04-24 17:37:45
TV: First Look at Jim DeSelm, Mary Ernster and More in Court Theatre's THE DEAD
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2012-11-19 15:24:42
STAGE TUBE: Yale Rep Presents Bergman's AUTUMN SONATA - Trailer!
by Kelsey Denette - 2011-04-19 18:51:29
News
Asolo Rep Unveils Cast and Creative Team for Pulitzer Prize"Winning PRIMARY TRUST
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for PRIMARY TRUST, with performances January 7–February 11, 2026 (previews Jan. 7–8; opening night Jan. 9).
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for PRIMARY TRUST, with performances January 7–February 11, 2026 (previews Jan. 7–8; opening night Jan. 9).
Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes And Jamal Shead Debut As Cannon Dolls In THE NUTCRACKER
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
The National Ballet of Canada has announced the lineup of guest Cannon Dolls for the 2025 run of The Nutcracker, including Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes and Jamal Shead, who will make their debuts on December 19.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
The National Ballet of Canada has announced the lineup of guest Cannon Dolls for the 2025 run of The Nutcracker, including Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes and Jamal Shead, who will make their debuts on December 19.
THE NUTCRACKER By James Kudelka Celebrates 30 Years Of Magic With The National Ballet Of Canada
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
The National Ballet of Canada will celebrate the 30th anniversary of James Kudelka’s acclaimed production of The Nutcracker, running December 5–31, 2025, at Toronto’s Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
The National Ballet of Canada will celebrate the 30th anniversary of James Kudelka’s acclaimed production of The Nutcracker, running December 5–31, 2025, at Toronto’s Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.
Review: PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY at David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center
by Miranda Stück - Nov 7, 2025
What did our critic think of PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY at David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center?
by Miranda Stück - Nov 7, 2025
What did our critic think of PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY at David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center?
Video: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD UK and Ireland Tour Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2025
A brand-new trailer has been released for the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Aaron Sorkin’s riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2025
A brand-new trailer has been released for the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Aaron Sorkin’s riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Check out the video here!
Richard Coyle Will Lead TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Aaron Sorkin’s riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2025
Full casting has been announced for the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Aaron Sorkin’s riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Learn more here!
Boston Ballet Reveals 2025"2026 Season Featuring Premieres and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
Boston Ballet has revealed programming for the 2025–2026 season, featuring an ambitious slate of spectacular dance, including a world premiere, three Boston Ballet premieres, and the return of beloved and relevant ballets. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
Boston Ballet has revealed programming for the 2025–2026 season, featuring an ambitious slate of spectacular dance, including a world premiere, three Boston Ballet premieres, and the return of beloved and relevant ballets. Learn more!
The National Ballet of Canada Unveils 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2025
The National Ballet of Canada has announced its 2025/26 season, a rich selection of work that showcases the company's distinct and enduring artistry.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2025
The National Ballet of Canada has announced its 2025/26 season, a rich selection of work that showcases the company's distinct and enduring artistry.
Interview: Theatre Life with Jennifer Tipton
by Elliot Lanes - Feb 10, 2025
Longevity is becoming rarer and rarer in the performing arts. Today’s subject Jennifer Tipton has been a lighting designer for theatre, opera, ballet, and more for over 65 years and in the process has given us a body of work that is unparalleled. Her current project American Ballet Theatre’s (ABT’s) production of Crime and Punishment will be playing at Kennedy Center in the Opera House from February 12th through the 16th.
by Elliot Lanes - Feb 10, 2025
Longevity is becoming rarer and rarer in the performing arts. Today’s subject Jennifer Tipton has been a lighting designer for theatre, opera, ballet, and more for over 65 years and in the process has given us a body of work that is unparalleled. Her current project American Ballet Theatre’s (ABT’s) production of Crime and Punishment will be playing at Kennedy Center in the Opera House from February 12th through the 16th.
Applications for 4th Year of 1/52 Project Now Open
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt, revealed applications for the fourth year of The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program for early career designers, founded by Boritt and a group of Broadway designers, are now open for the 2025 cycle.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt, revealed applications for the fourth year of The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program for early career designers, founded by Boritt and a group of Broadway designers, are now open for the 2025 cycle.
Works Starring Jessica Hecht, Marisa Tomei, and More Will Come to Baryshnikov Arts This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
New productions featuring Jessica Hecht, Marisa Tomei, Christopher Abbott, and more are coming to Baryshnikov Arts this spring. Learn more about the upcoming spring season here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
New productions featuring Jessica Hecht, Marisa Tomei, Christopher Abbott, and more are coming to Baryshnikov Arts this spring. Learn more about the upcoming spring season here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Jennifer Tipton been nominated for?
Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Intimate Apparel, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for To Kill a Mockingbird, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Doll's House, Part 2, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Testament of Mary, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Dance of Death, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for La Bête, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Waiting For Godot, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Rimers of Eldritch, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Long Day's Journey Into Night, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Jerome Robbins' Broadway, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Jerome Robbins' Broadway, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Waiting for Godot / Long Day's Journey Into Night / Jerome Robbins' Broadway, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Worstward Ho, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Whoopi Goldberg, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Lunch Hour, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Sophisticated Ladies, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/ When the Rainbow is Enuf, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cherry Orchard and Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for The Cherry Orchard.
What awards has Jennifer Tipton won?
Jennifer Tipton has won several prestigious awards for her lighting design, including the Hewes Awards for Jerome Robbins' Broadway, Long Day's Journey Into Night, The Rimers of Eldritch, Waiting For Godot, and Worstward Ho. She received the Tony Award for Best Lighting Design for Jerome Robbins' Broadway. Additionally, she earned the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Lighting Design for For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf and The Cherry Orchard.
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