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Nick Schlieper

BIO

Australian born Nick Schlieper has designed lighting for opera and theatre internationally, across Europe, Canada and the United States, and for all the major companies in Australia. Work in Europe includes productions for the Royal Shakespeare Company and the State Theatres of Berlin, Hamburg and Munich as well as productions in Vienna, Stuttgart, at the Hamburg State Opera and Theatre Clwyd in Wales. Notable credits include Wagner's Ring Cycle in Adelaide, Hedda Gabler and A Streetcar Named Desire in Washington and New York. His designs have also won four Melbourne Green Room Awards, two Sydney Theatre Critics Awards and two Helpmann Awards.

Productions

 
[West End, 2027]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Lighting Design
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[Toronto, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2009]
Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Nick Schlieper, The Picture of Dorian Gray

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Chris Pine-Led IVANOV Postponed at the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

The previously announced production of Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre, led by Chris Pine, has been postponed due to a scheduling conflict. Learn more here!
Photos: Cynthia Erivo Stars in DRACULA in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026

All new photos have been released of Cynthia Erivo in DRACULA, now playing in London's West End. Learn more about the production and check out the photos here!
Photo: First Look at Cynthia Erivo in One-Woman DRACULA
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2026

A first look photo of Cynthia Erivo in the new London production of DRACULA has been revealed. The classic story has been adapted and directed for the stage by visionary theatre-maker Kip Williams.
Winners Revealed For the 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards have announced their winners, celebrating outstanding achievements in theatre across various categories.
THE EDIT, GRIEF IS THE THING WITH FEATHERS, and More Receive 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards Nominations; Full List
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025

Nominations were announced for the 2025 Sydney Theatre Awards, which will be presented at an industry gala ceremony on Monday 19 January 2026 at the York Theatre, Seymour Centre.
Chris Pine Will Star in IVANOV at London's Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025

Chris Pine makes his London stage debut in Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre, directed by Simon Stone. Discover details about this exciting production!
Video: THE LADY FROM THE SEA Trailer at the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025

London Theatre Company has released a trailer for The Lady from the Sea, written and directed by Simon Stone after Henrik Ibsen. The production, which is in collaboration with Wouter van Ransbeek, is now playing at the Bridge Theatre.
Tickets For Cynthia Erivo in DRACULA Go on Pre-sale This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

Tickets for Sydney Theatre Company's production of DRACULA, starring Cynthia Erivo, adapted and directed by visionary theatre-maker Kip Williams, will have a Priority On-Sale on Monday 22 September. 
Ganadores de los PREMIOS DEL PÚBLICO BROADWAYWORLD SPAIN 2025
by Alba Corona - Aug 6, 2025

Ya tenemos a los ganadores de la 15ª Edición de los PREMIOS DEL PÚBLICO BROADWAYWORLD SPAIN. El musical más premiado ha sido MAR I CEL, con 12 galardones.
Further Cast Revealed For THE LADY FROM THE SEA at The Bridge
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2025

London Theatre Company has announced further casting for The Lady from the Sea written and directed by Simon Stone after Henrik Ibsen, opening at The Bridge in September.
Segunda Ronda de los Premios del Público BroadwayWorld Spain 2025
by Juan Cano - Jul 2, 2025

BroadwayWorld Spain se complace en anunciar la lista oficial de finalistas de los Premios del Público BroadwayWorld Spain 2025, donde los espectadores han tenido, una vez más, el poder de reconocer lo mejor del teatro musical del último año. Un año vibrante, lleno de talento, emoción y producciones memorables que han dejado huella en los escenarios de toda España.
GRIEF IS THE THING WITH FEATHERS Comes to Belvoir
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

Belvoir will present acclaimed New Zealand-Australian theatre director Simon Phillip’s new adaptation of Max Porter’s bestselling novel, Grief is the Thing With Feathers.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Video: Sarah Snook Discusses Technical Challenges and Collaboration in THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2025

Tony-nominee Sarah Snook visited The View on Tuesday to lift the veil on her multi-character performance in The Picture of Dorian Gray, which is now on Broadway. Watch the interview now!
Sarah Snook Set to Appear on THE VIEW to Discuss THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 23, 2025

Tune in to The View next week to watch an interview with Sarah Snook! The Tony-nominated performer will join the daytime talk show to discuss her turn in the one-woman production of The Picture of Dorian Gray on Tuesday, May 27.
Video: Sarah Snook Recalls Ghostly Story From London Performance of THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2025

On Thursday, Tony nominee Sarah Snook visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss her turn in the one-woman production of The Picture of Dorian Gray. During their conversation, she recalled a time when she believed she saw a ghost during a performance. Watch the conversation now!
Cynthia Erivo Will Lead One-Woman DRACULA in London's West End
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

Cynthia Erivo will lead a one-woman production of Dracula, set to premiere next year in London's West End. Learn more about this upcoming production here!
Sarah Snook to Talk THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2025

Tune in to Late Night with Seth Meyers next week to watch an interview with Sarah Snook! The Tony-nominated performer will join the late-night show to discuss her turn in the one-woman production of The Picture of Dorian Gray on Thursday, May 15.
2025 Tony Awards- The Nominees React
by Robert Diamond - May 1, 2025

Tonys time is here at last! The nominations for the 78th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!

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