Jules Fisher
Birth Place: Norristown, Pennsylvania, USA
A Complete History of RAGTIME (Feb 8, 2026)
The 1/52 Project Opens Applications For Fifth Year Of Designer Grant Program (Feb 3, 2026)
GYPSY Plays Final Broadway Performance (Aug 17, 2025)
BIO
In a celebrated career spanning almost 40 years, Jules Fisher has lit over 200 Broadway and off-Broadway shows, as well as film, ballet, opera, television, and rock-and-roll concert tours. He has received 18 Tony nominations and won 8 Tony awards for Lighting Design, a record in this category. His most recent project, "Assassins", (2004 Tony award) also won him the Drama Desk and Outer Critic's Circle awards. His previous Tony awards were for "Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk," 1996; "Jelly's Last Jam," 1992; "The Will Rogers Follies," 1991; "Grand Hotel," 1990; "Dancin'," 1978; "Ulysses in Nighttown," 1973; and "Pippin," 1972.
His other theatre credits include "Ricky Jay on the Stem", "Elaine Stritch at Liberty", "Jane Eyre," "The Wild Party," "Marie Christine," "Ragtime," "Victor/Victoria," "Angels in America: Millennium Approaches," and "Perestroika," "Death and the Maiden," "Two Shakespearean Actors," "La Cage Aux Folles," "Hair," "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Lenny," "No, No Nannette," "Chicago," "Butterflies are Free," "Beatlemania," and "American Buffalo."
His credits as a producer include "The Rink," the award-winning "Lenny," "Bob Fosse's Dancin'," "Rock N' Roll! The First 5,000 Years," "Elvis: An American Musical," and "Dangerous Games." He designed the lighting for Kevin Kline's production of "Hamlet" for WNET-TV, and lit productions of "Porgy and Bess" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the New York City Opera.
Mr. Fisher is a graduate of Carnegie Institute of Technology. He and lighting designer Peggy Eisenhauer are partners in Third Eye Ltd, a firm specializing in entertainment and theatre lighting. He also serves as a theatre consultant to architects and performing arts groups, teaches at The New School, lectures, and, in his spare time, practices magic. In his
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Awards and Nominations
Jules Fisher, Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus
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Jules Fisher, Once on this Island
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Jules Fisher, Once on this Island
Jules Fisher Once On This Island
Jules Fisher, Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh
Jules Fisher, Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed
Jules Fisher, Shuffle Along, Or the Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed
Jules Fisher, Lucky Guy
Jules Fisher, Dessa Rose
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Jules Fisher, Assassins
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Jules Fisher, Assassins
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Jules Fisher, Assassins
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Jules Fisher, Assassins
Jules Fisher, Jane Eyre
Jules Fisher, The Wild Party
Jules Fisher, Marie Christine
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Jules Fisher, Ragtime
Jules Fisher, Ragtime
Jules Fisher, Ragtime
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Jules Fisher, Street Corner Symphony
Jules Fisher, Ragtime
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Jules Fisher, Bring In 'Da Noise, Bring In 'Da Funk
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Jules Fisher, Bring in 'da Noise/Bring in 'da Funk
Jules Fisher , Angels in America: Perestroika
Jules Fisher , Angels in America
Jules Fisher , Angels in America: Millennium Approaches
Jules Fisher, Jelly's Last Jam
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Jules Fisher, Jelly's Last Jam
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Jules Fisher , Jelly's Last Jam
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Jules Fisher, The Will Rogers Follies
Jules Fisher, Hamlet
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Jules Fisher, Grand Hotel
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Jules Fisher, Grand Hotel
Jules Fisher, Song and Dance
Jules Fisher, La Cage aux Folles
Jules Fisher, La Cage aux Folles
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Jules Fisher, Frankenstein
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Jules Fisher, Dancin'
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Jules Fisher, Dancin'
Jules Fisher, Beatlemania
Jules Fisher, Dancin'
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Jules Fisher, Chicago
Jules Fisher, Chicago
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Jules Fisher, Ulysses in Nighttown
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Jules Fisher, Pippin
Jules Fisher, Jesus Christ Superstar
Videos
Video: Audra McDonald and GYPSY Cast Perform 'Some People' on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2025-05-23 07:06:11
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-12-15 11:36:50
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-09 11:53:51
Video: Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko, and the HARMONY Cast Perform 'Stars in the Night' and 'Where You Go'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-12-27 09:53:33
Video: Get a First Look at THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-11-17 14:34:48
Video: Watch Barry Manilow Talk HARMONY on Broadway on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-29 13:55:07
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-10-06 15:00:20
Video: Go Inside the First Day of Rehearsals for HARMONY on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-09-06 17:45:58
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For HARMONY on Broadway, Plus Watch a Behind the Scenes Video!
by Stephi Wild - 2023-08-14 10:12:24
TV: George C. Wolfe Leads The Tony-Nominated Designers Of GARY In A Roundtable Discussion
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-06-04 18:34:39
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Describes GARY as GAME OF THRONES Meets TIDYING UP WITH MARIE CONDO
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-04-23 11:02:18
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Reveals the Worst Review He's Ever Gotten
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-04-02 08:30:27
VIDEO: On This Day, April 1- Tom Hanks Makes His Broadway Debut In Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-04-01 11:31:00
TV: From Classroom to Stage: Meet Tony Nominees Jules Fisher & Peggy Eisenhauer
by Team BWW - 2018-05-31 15:08:58
News
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 8, 2026
The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
The 1/52 Project has opened applications for its 2026 grant cycle supporting early-career theatre designers from historically excluded groups. Founded by Beowulf Boritt, the OBIE Award-winning program provides financial grants of up to $17,500.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2025
Broadway says goodbye to Gypsy, which concludes its Broadway run at the Majestic Theatre after 28 previews and 269 regular performances. Take a look back at the production and its historic Broadway run.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 13, 2025
Manhattan Concert Productions will continue its acclaimed Broadway Series with Jane Eyre, coming to David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in 2026. The concert will be led by Erika Henningsen as the title character and Ramin Karimloo as Rochester. We have all of the details! here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2025
The Gypsy: 2024 Broadway Cast Recording – starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald – in CD and vinyl editions is out now. Learn more and see how to purchase!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2025
The Broadway revival of Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald and directed by George C. Wolfe, will play its final performance on August 17, 2025, at the Majestic Theatre. The award-winning production, praised for its historic casting and five Tony nominations, will have played 28 previews and 269 regular performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2025
Following her one week run earlier this month during Audra McDonald’s vacation, Tony Award nominee Montego Glover will return to star as “Rose” in GYPSY during Sunday matinee performances. Learn more!
by Team BWW - May 27, 2025
La nominada al Tony, Montego Glover, protagonizará como “Rose” la reposición de Gypsy en Broadway durante una semana este verano, durante las vacaciones de Audra McDonald. ¡Más información aquí!
by Team BWW - May 27, 2025
토니상 후보 몬테고 글로버가 올여름 오드라 맥도날드의 휴가 기간 동안 1주일간 브로드웨이 리바이벌 뮤지컬 ‘집시’에서 ‘로즈’ 역을 맡아 출연합니다. 자세한 내용은 여기에서 확인하세요!
by Team BWW - May 27, 2025
Die für den Tony Award nominierte Montego Glover übernimmt die Rolle der „Rose“ in der Broadway-Neuinszenierung von Gypsy während Audra McDonalds einwöchigem Sommerurlaub. Hier erfahren Sie mehr!
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025
Tony Award nominee Montego Glover will star as “Rose” in the Broadway revival of Gypsy on Broadway, during Audra McDonald's vacation for one week this summer. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025
The company of Broadway's Gypsy, paid a visit to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night, May 22. The cast, led by Audra McDonald performed 'Some People' from the show. Check out the video here!
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2025
Audra McDonald and the company of Broadway's Gypsy, are set to visit The Late Show with Stephen Colbert today, May 22 for a performance of the Tony-nominated production of the musical.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 18, 2025
This time, the reader question was: Who are the most Tony-nominated people of all time? Audra McDonald now holds the record for the most-nominated performer, but do you know who has the most ever?
by Michael Major - Apr 30, 2025
Go backstage at Gypsy on Broadway with Jordan Tyson. The Dressing Room Project's Michael Kushner has shared photos of the Broadway revival's June has she prepares to take the stage in the Audra McDonald-led production.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
A new block of tickets has been released for GYPSY starring six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald. Tickets are now on sale through Sunday, October 5, 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2025
The 2024 Broadway Cast Recording of Gypsy, starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, is now available in streaming and digital formats. Listen to the album and pre-order the CD and vinyl here!
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 Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2025
Gypsy is now open on Broadway and the show, led by Audra McDonald, is receiving rave reviews. Joy Woods plays Louise in the production, and the star recently joined The View to discuss her character and the casting choices on display in the revival. Watch the interview!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 23, 2024
GYPSY, starring six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald as 'Mama' Rose Hovick, is officially open at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre. BroadwayWorld has your inside look into the opening night afterparty. Check out photos here.
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Jules Fisher has written 1 shows including Beatlemania (Conceiver).
Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus, Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Once on this Island, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Once on this Island, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Once On This Island, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Eugene O'Neill's The Iceman Cometh, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Shuffle Along, Or the Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Lucky Guy, Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Dessa Rose, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Assassins, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Assassins , Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Assassins, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Assassins, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Jane Eyre, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for The Wild Party, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Marie Christine, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Ragtime, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Ragtime, Best Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ragtime , Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Street Corner Symphony, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Ragtime, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Bring In 'Da Noise, Bring In 'Da Funk, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Bring in 'da Noise/Bring in 'da Funk, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Angels in America, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Jelly's Last Jam, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Jelly's Last Jam, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Jelly's Last Jam, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for The Will Rogers Follies, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Hamlet, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Grand Hotel, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Grand Hotel, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Song and Dance, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Frankenstein, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Dancin', Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Dancin', Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Beatlemania, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Dancin', Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Chicago, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Chicago, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Ulysses in Nighttown, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Pippin and Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar.
Jules Fisher has received numerous awards for lighting design throughout his career. He won Best Lighting Design at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Once on this Island. He received Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Once on this Island, as well as Outstanding Lighting Design for Assassins at both the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Fisher earned Lighting Design honors at The Hewes Awards for Assassins and won Best Lighting Design at the Tony Awards for the same show. He also received Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Ragtime. His Lighting Design work was recognized by The Hewes Awards for Street Corner Symphony, Bring In 'Da Noise, Bring In 'Da Funk, Jelly's Last Jam, Grand Hotel, and Dancin'. He won Best Lighting Design at the Tony Awards for Bring in 'da Noise/Bring in 'da Funk, Jelly's Last Jam, The Will Rogers Follies, Ulysses in Nighttown, and Pippin. Additionally, Fisher earned Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Grand Hotel, Frankenstein, Dancin', and Chicago.
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