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NEIL AUSTIN was the recipient of the 2019 Tony Award for Ink (Friedman); the 2018 Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Lyric); and the 2010 Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Red (Golden). He was also awarded the 2017 and 2011 Olivier Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Palace, West End) and The White Guard (National, London). His Broadway credits include Ink, Travesties, Hughie, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Evita, Red, Hamlet, The Seafarer and Frost/Nixon. Other work in the U.S. includes Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Curran, San Francisco), Macbeth (Park Avenue Armory), Julius Caesar (St. Ann’s Warehouse), The Night Alive (Atlantic), The Sunshine Boys (Ahmanson Theatre), Red and Parade (Mark Taper Forum).

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Archduke
 
[West End, 2026]
Lighting Designer
High Noon
 
[West End, 2025]
Lighting Designer
Born With Teeth
 
[West End, 2025]
Lighting Designer
Tammy FayeTammy Faye
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Lighting Designer
CompanyCompany
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Lighting Design
The PillowmanThe Pillowman
 
[West End, 2023]
LIGHTING DESIGNER
LeopoldstadtLeopoldstadt
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Lighting Design
CompanyCompany
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Lighting Designer
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Both PartsHarry Potter and the Cursed Child: Both Parts
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
LeopoldstadtLeopoldstadt
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
HamletHamlet
 
[West End, 2020]
Lighting Designer
TranslationsTranslations
 
[West End, 2019]
Lighting Designer
Bitter WheatBitter Wheat
 
[West End, 2019]
Lighting Designer
InkInk
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Designer
The Lieutenant of InishmoreThe Lieutenant of Inishmore
 
[West End, 2018]
Lighting Designer
RedRed
 
[West End, 2018]
Lighting Designer
TravestiesTravesties
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Lighting Design
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Lighting Designer
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[Australia, 2018]
Lighting Designer
Labour of LoveLabour of Love
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Designer
WoyzeckWoyzeck
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Designer
The TreatmentThe Treatment
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Designer
The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia?The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia?
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Designer
TravestiesTravesties
 
[West End, 2017] [Replacement]
Lighting Design[Replacement]
The EntertainerThe Entertainer
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting Designer
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting Designer
Shakespeare in LoveShakespeare in Love
 
[Canada, 2016]
Lighting Designer
HughieHughie
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Lighting Designer
Carousel
 
[Chicago, 2015]
Lighting Designer
MacbethMacbeth
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Lighting Designer
The WeirThe Weir
 
[West End, 2014]
Lighting Director
The Night AliveThe Night Alive
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Lighting Designer
EvitaEvita
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Lighting Designer
Cat on a Hot Tin RoofCat on a Hot Tin Roof
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Lighting Designer
EvitaEvita
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Lighting Designer
The VeilThe Veil
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
Betty Blue EyesBetty Blue Eyes
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeThe 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
RedRed
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Lighting Designer
HamletHamlet
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Lighting Designer
Gone with the WindGone with the Wind
 
[West End, 2008]
Lighting Designer
The SeafarerThe Seafarer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Lighting Designer
Parade
 
[West End, 2007]
Lighting Designer
Frost/NixonFrost/Nixon
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Lighting Designer
The Beauty Queen of Leenane
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Associate Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical)

Neil Austin, Leopoldstadt

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Neil Austin, Leopoldstadt

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Neil Austin, Company

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Neil Austin, Ink


winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Neil Austin, Ink


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play

Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child


winner
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two


winner
Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Lighting Design

Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play

Neil Austin, Hughie

Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Lighting Design

Neil AustinThe Winter's Tale

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Neil Austin, Evita

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

Neil Austin, Evita


winner
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Lighting Design

Neil Austin, The White Guard


winner
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Lighting Design

Neil Austin, The White Guard


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Neil Austin, Red


winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Neil Austin, Red

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Neil Austin, Hamlet

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Neil Austin, Hamlet

Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Lighting Design

Neil AustinPiaf

Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Lighting Design

Neil AustinNo Man's Land

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Lighting Design

Neil AustinThérèse Raquin

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Neil Austin, Frost/Nixon

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Full Cast And Creative Team Set For Michael Frayn's COPENHAGEN at Hampstead Theatre Photo
Full Cast And Creative Team Set For Michael Frayn's COPENHAGEN at Hampstead Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026

Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Michael Frayn's acclaimed play Copenhagen. The play delves into the historical meeting between physicists Niels Bohr and Werner Heisenberg.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is Coming to The Fabulous Fox Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is Coming to The Fabulous Fox
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

The North American tour of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing at The Fabulous Fox. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the first Harry Potter story to be presented on stage and the eighth story in the Harry Potter series.
Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA Returns For Its 30th Anniversary Photo
Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA Returns For Its 30th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

New Adventures has announced that Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA will return for an extensive 2026-2027 UK tour in celebration of its 30th anniversary. Learn more here!
Review Roundup: Billy Crudup and Denise Gough in HIGH NOON Photo
Review Roundup: Billy Crudup and Denise Gough in HIGH NOON
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 12, 2026

Set in the American West of the 1800s, High Noon rides on themes as relevant now as they were then. Courage vs. Cowardice. Justice vs. Peace. Duty vs. Desire. And at its heart, is the bond between Will Kane and Amy Fowler – a love tested by impossible choices as the clock ticks down to the return of deadly outlaw Frank Miller on the high noon train. What did the critics think?
Review: HIGH NOON starring Billy Crudup, Harold Pinter Theatre Photo
Review: HIGH NOON starring Billy Crudup, Harold Pinter Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Jan 10, 2026

Denise Gough and Rosa Salazar also excel in unexpectedly deeply moving stage version of the much-loved movie
Photos: Billy Crudup, Denise Gough, and More in HIGH NOON Photo
Photos: Billy Crudup, Denise Gough, and More in HIGH NOON
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025

All new production photos have been released for the World Premiere of the play HIGH NOON, starring Billy Crudup and Denise Gough. Check out the photos here of the show in London's West End!
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards Photo
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL and More Nominated For WhatsOnStage Awards
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

Nominations have been announced for the 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards. The announcement of the nominations marks the opening of the final voting stage. Learn more and check out the full list here!
Photos: Billy Crudup, Denise Gough, and More in Rehearsal For HIGH NOON Photo
Photos: Billy Crudup, Denise Gough, and More in Rehearsal For HIGH NOON
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025

Rehearsal photos have been released for the World Premiere of the play HIGH NOON, starring Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup as Will Kane and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough as Amy Fowler.
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Extends to February 2027 Photo
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Extends to February 2027
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025

With Paddington The Musical opening to critical acclaim at the Savoy Theatre, the production has announced an extension through 2026 – Michael Bond’s centenary year - until 14 February 2027.
Review Roundup: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End Photo
Review Roundup: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Gillian Blum - Dec 1, 2025

PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL opened today in the West End, with the musical making its world premiere at the Savoy Theatre — what did critics think of the new production?
Video: On the Red Carpet for Tom Felton in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
Video: On the Red Carpet for Tom Felton in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025

Broadway audiences can now see Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in the Year 7 company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, now playing at the Lyric Theatre. See footage from the red carpet opening here!
Photos/Video: Tom Felton Makes His Broadway Debut in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHIL Photo
Photos/Video: Tom Felton Makes His Broadway Debut in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

Tom Felton returns to the wizarding world, joining the Broadway cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre as Draco Malfoy for a 26-week limited engagement through May 10, 2026. Check out phots and video of his Broadway debut!
Final Shows Announced For INSIDE NO.9 STAGE/FRIGHT At Eventim Apollo Photo
Final Shows Announced For INSIDE NO.9 STAGE/FRIGHT At Eventim Apollo
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

Following its Olivier-nominated West End run and extensive UK tour, this marks audiences’ last chance to see the pair perform their celebrated blend of comedy, mystery, and theatrical invention live.
Tom Felton Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tonight Photo
Tom Felton Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

Performances begin tonight, Tuesday, November 11th for the new Broadway company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at New York's Lyric Theatre, with original film star Tom Felton joining the casat.
Full Cast Set For The World Premiere Of HIGH NOON Photo
Full Cast Set For The World Premiere Of HIGH NOON
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

Joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough are Billy Howle, Rosa Salazar, Simon Chandler, James Doherty, Misha Handley, Joshua Hill, Jonah Russell, Rebecca Lee and Tim Steed.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD To Make Atlanta Premiere At The Fox Theatre In 2026 Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD To Make Atlanta Premiere At The Fox Theatre In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025

Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta will welcome the first-ever touring production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to the Fox Theatre for its Atlanta premiere engagement from February 28 to March 15, 2026.
Tom Felton to Light Empire State Building to Commemorate Broadway Debut Photo
Tom Felton to Light Empire State Building to Commemorate Broadway Debut
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025

Tom Felton will light the Empire State Building, the iconic New York City landmark to commemorate his Broadway debut and return to the role of “Draco Malfoy” this November in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Tickets to HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at The Fabulous Fox on Sale Now Photo
Tickets to HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at The Fabulous Fox on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025

Single tickets for the St. Louis premiere of the first ever touring production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD are on sale now. Learn more about the production here!
Photos: New Cast Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in London Photo
Photos: New Cast Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in London
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

New cast members have officially taken to the stage for their first performance in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre in London. Check out all new production photos and family portraits here!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Host Draco Malfoy Look-Alike Contest Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Host Draco Malfoy Look-Alike Contest
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will host a special “Draco Malfoy” look-alike contest for theatergoers on Halloween in celebration of original Harry Potter film star Tom Felton joining the company this fall.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Neil Austin been nominated for?

Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Leopoldstadt, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Leopoldstadt, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Company, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ink, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Ink, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Hughie, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for The Winter's Tale, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Evita, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for The White Guard, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for The White Guard, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Red, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Red, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Hamlet, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Hamlet, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Piaf, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for No Man's Land, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Thérèse Raquin and Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Frost/Nixon.

What awards has Neil Austin won?

Neil Austin has won several prestigious awards for his lighting design. He received the Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Ink. He also earned the Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, as well as the Outstanding Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Neil won the Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two. Additionally, he has been honored with the Best Lighting Design at the Olivier Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and for The White Guard. He received Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Red and won Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Red.

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