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Lighting designer for theatre, dance and opera. Broadway credits include True West, King Lear, Jitney, Machinal, Amelie, Color Purple. Other recent NYC theatre includes Secret Life of Bees, Assassins and Fefu. Jane has also designed for the Barbican Theater, Sydney Opera House, San Francisco Opera and is a member of the Monica Bill Barnes Dance Company. Jane is a Professor of the Practice and Director of the Theater Program at Princeton University.

Jane Cox Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Co-Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023] Cancelled
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Lighting Design[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Design
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018] [Replacement]
Lighting Design[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Lighting Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Lighting Design
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Co-Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[Los Angeles, 2016]
Co-Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Lighting Designer
 
[Los Angeles, 2015]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2015]
Lighting Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Lighting Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Lighting Designer
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Associate Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Assistant Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Lighting Designer

Jane Cox Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Jane Cox, Macbeth

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical

Jane Cox, The Secret Life of Bees

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Jane Cox, Othello

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Jane Cox, August Wilson's Jitney

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

Jane Cox, The Color Purple

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Jane Cox, Machinal

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Jane Cox, Machinal

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Jane Cox, Passion


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The Hewes Awards - 2013 - Hewes Design Award

Jane Cox, The Flick

The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Jane Cox, The Flick

The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Jane Cox, Apparition

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Jane Cox News


Making Space At The Armory Presents ANTAGONISMS: A GATHERING Symposium Led By Claudia Rankine


Join Claudia Rankine, Anna Deavere Smith, Homi Bhabha, Saidiya Hartman, and others for a series of conversations and performances exploring public and private discourse at the Armory's Antagonisms: A Gathering on June 1.

Photos: See All-New Photos of APPROPRIATE On Broadway, Reopening Tonight


The Broadway production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE reopened at the Belasco Theater tonight, Wednesday, April 10. Check out new photos of the production below!

APPROPRIATE On Broadway Announces General Rush And Digital Lottery


The Broadway production of APPROPRIATE by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and directed by Lila Neugebauer, has announced the general rush and digital lottery policy for the show's  final extension at the Belasco Theater.

New Musical TEETH Gets Second Extension At Playwrights Horizons


Due to popular demand, the new Off-Broadway musical TEETH has extended its run again. Get the latest updates on the show's schedule and more.

Review Roundup: Michael R. Jackson's TEETH Opens At Playwrights Horizons


Playwrights Horizons is presenting the world premiere production of Teeth, a new musical with book and music by Anna K. Jacobs and book and lyrics by Michael R. Jackson. The critics stopped by the newest show from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Strange Loop. Read the reviews!

World Premiere of Michael R. Jackson's TEETH Extended at Playwrights Horizons


Playwrights Horizons will present a two-week extension of the world premiere production of Teeth, a new musical with book and music by Anna K. Jacobs and book and lyrics by Michael R. Jackson. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

APPROPRIATE Will Transfer to Belasco Theater; Extends Through June


The Second Stage Theater production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE, directed by Lila Neugebauer and starring Sarah Paulson, is extending its run and will transfer to the Belasco Theater. We have all the details!

LA Opera 2024/25 Season to Include ROMEO AND JULIET, Concerts from Kelli O'Hara and Kristin Chenoweth, and More


LA Opera President and CEO Christopher Koelsch has announced details for the company's 39th season. Music Director James Conlon will conduct three of the five mainstage productions, with other mainstage performances led by Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados and by guest conductor Domingo Hindoyan.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of APPROPRIATE


See photos from the opening night red carpet of Appropriate at Second Stage!

Photos: Go Inside APPROPRIATE Opening Night Curtain Call


Check out photos from opening night curtain call of Appropriate!

Review Roundup: APPROPRIATE Opens On Broadway Starring Sarah Paulson, Elle Fanning, Corey Stoll & More


Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Appropriate, directed by Lila Neugebauer, opens on Broadway tonight in a production from Second Stage Theater. The show's star-studded cast includes Emmy-winner Sarah Paulson, Corey Stoll, Elle Fanning and more! Read the reviews!

Photos: Get a First Look at Elle Fanning, Sarah Paulson, Corey Stoll & More in APPROPRIATE


Get a first look at Elle Fanning, Sarah Paulson, Corey Stoll, and more in APPROPRIATE.

Steven Pasquale Joins the Cast of Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs's TEETH


Get the latest news on the cast of TEETH, the new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Broadway star Steven Pasquale joins the talented ensemble in this limited engagement at Playwrights Horizons.

Jason Gotay, Alyse Alan Louis & More to Star in Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs's TEETH


Playwrights Horizons has revealed the cast for the world premiere of TEETH, a new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Sir Karl Jenkins To Kick Off DCINY 2024 Season With 80th Birthday Bash At Carnegie Hall


Sir Karl Jenkins will kick off the DCINY 2024 season with an 80th birthday celebration at Carnegie Hall.

APPROPRIATE Starring Sarah Paulson & More Extends on Broadway Through Early March


Second Stage Theater’s production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE, directed by Lila Neugebauer, has extended three weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Meet the Cast of APPROPRIATE, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!


Appropriate officially begins previews tonight, November 29, and will officially open on Monday, December 18th for a limited engagement at Second Stage’s Hayes Theater. Meet the cast of Appropriate here!

Photos: Sarah Paulson, Elle Fanning and the Cast of APPROPRIATE Meet the Press


Check out the latest photos from the press event of the highly anticipated production of APPROPRIATE, featuring Sarah Paulson, Elle Fanning, and more.

Up on the Marquee: APPROPRIATE


Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Appropriate, directed by Lila Neugebauer , is coming to Broadway! Check out photos of the new marquee at the Hayes Theatre!

Complete Cast Set for APPROPRIATE at Second Stage Theater Starring Elle Fanning, Sarah Paulson, Corey Stoll & More


The complete cast has been revealed for Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE, directed by Lila Neugebauer at Second Stage Theater. 

Jane Cox FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Jane Cox been nominated for?

Jane Cox has been nominated for various awards throughout her career, including Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for "Macbeth" and "August Wilson's Jitney." She also received nominations for Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Secret Life of Bees" and "The Color Purple." Additionally, she was nominated for Outstanding Lighting Design at The Lortels for "Othello," "The Flick," and "Apparition," as well as for "Machinal" at the Drama Desk Awards. Jane Cox also won the Hewes Design Award at The Hewes Awards for her work on "The Flick."

What awards has Jane Cox won?

Jane Cox has won the Hewes Design Award (The Hewes Awards) for her work on The Flick.

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