Allen Lee Hughes
Latest News on Allen Lee Hughes:
Video: Katie Holmes Surprises Zoey Deutch on GMA with OUR TOWN Question (Dec 9, 2024)
Video: Katie Holmes Shares OUR TOWN Pre-Show Rituals (Nov 29, 2024)
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN (Nov 19, 2024)
Video: Katie Holmes Surprises Zoey Deutch on GMA with OUR TOWN Question (Dec 9, 2024)
Video: Katie Holmes Shares OUR TOWN Pre-Show Rituals (Nov 29, 2024)
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN (Nov 19, 2024)
BIO
Broadway: Clybourne Park, Having Our Say; Mule Bone; and Once on this Island, (Tony nomination); K2 (Tony nomination, Outer Critics Circle Award, Maharam Award); Strange Interlude (Tony nomination); Accidental Death of an Anarchist; Quilters. NY and Off-Broadway: NYSF/Public, Roundabout, Playwright’s Horizons, others. Regional: Kennedy Center, Steppenwolf, Arena Stage, Guthrie, McCarter, Seattle Rep, Long Wharf, Goodman, Center Stage, Intiman, others. Dance: Eliot Feld’s Ballet Tech, NYCB, ABT, others. Associate Professor: NYU Tisch
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play
Allen Lee Hughes, Ohio State Murders
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Allen Lee Hughes, A Soldier's Play
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesComedy of Errors
Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesK2
Helen Hayes Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesK2
Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesSunday in the Park With George
Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesThe Odyssey
Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesJuno and the Paycock
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Lighting Design
Allen Lee Hughes , Once on this Island
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesA Midsummer Night's Dream
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesOn The Town
winner
Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesSix Characters In Search of an Author
Helen Hayes Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Allen Lee HughesAll the King's Men
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Lighting Design
Allen Lee Hughes, Strange Interlude
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Allen Lee Hughes, K2
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Set and Lighting Design
Allen Lee Hughes, K2
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Lighting Design
Allen Lee Hughes, K2
Videos
Video: Katie Holmes Surprises Zoey Deutch on GMA with OUR TOWN Question
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2024
Video: Get a First Look at HOME on Broadway Directed By Kenny Leon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2024
Photos/Video: First Look at Audra McDonald and More in OHIO STATE MURDERS, Opening Tonight!
by Show Highlights - Dec 8, 2022
Video: Audra McDonald, Lizan Mitchell & More Discuss Bringing OHIO STATE MURDERS to Broadway
by Sneak Peek - Nov 6, 2022
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Huntington's GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER
by Stage Tube - Sep 9, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Director Phylicia Rashad Discusses JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE
by Stage Tube - Apr 19, 2013
STAGE TUBE: Highlights from CLYBOURNE PARK in LA! Opens Tonight; Hits Broadway in April
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 25, 2012
TV: Steppenwolf's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Performance Highlights
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 16, 2010
News
Video: Katie Holmes Surprises Zoey Deutch on GMA with OUR TOWN Question
Zoey Deutch recently visited Good Morning America to discuss the new production of Our Town. On the show, her co-star Katie Holmes surprised her with a special video asking her about her experience with the play. Watch the interview now!
Zoey Deutch recently visited Good Morning America to discuss the new production of Our Town. On the show, her co-star Katie Holmes surprised her with a special video asking her about her experience with the play. Watch the interview now!
Video: Katie Holmes Shares OUR TOWN Pre-Show Rituals
Katie Holmes visited The Tonight Show to discuss the new production of Our Town, which is currently running at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. On the show, she shared some of her pre-show rituals that help her get ready for a performance. Watch the interview now!
Katie Holmes visited The Tonight Show to discuss the new production of Our Town, which is currently running at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. On the show, she shared some of her pre-show rituals that help her get ready for a performance. Watch the interview now!
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN
Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January
TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
Video: Jim Parsons Recalls First Time Reading OUR TOWN
In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is currently playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is currently playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
OUR TOWN to Honor Veterans in November in Partnership with TDF
The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!
The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!
Video: Zoey Deutch Discusses Longtime Dream of Performing OUR TOWN
Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Video: Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes & More in OUR TOWN
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, opened on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre where the production is running for a strictly limited engagement. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, opened on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre where the production is running for a strictly limited engagement. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Video: Jim Parsons Talks Building Community With OUR TOWN Cast
Jim Parsons is sharing his experience with the new revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Parsons plays the Stage Manager in the production, a role he says was an immediate 'yes' when it was offered to him. Watch his interview on the Today Show now!
Jim Parsons is sharing his experience with the new revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Parsons plays the Stage Manager in the production, a role he says was an immediate 'yes' when it was offered to him. Watch his interview on the Today Show now!
Dalia Ashurina Named 2024-2025 SDCF Denham Fellow
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has named Dalia Ashurina as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow for her upcoming production of Iraq, but Funny by Atra Asdou. Learn more about Ashurina and the play.
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has named Dalia Ashurina as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow for her upcoming production of Iraq, but Funny by Atra Asdou. Learn more about Ashurina and the play.
Video: Jim Parsons Says OUR TOWN Role Represents Playwright Thornton Wilder
Jim Parsons, star of the new Broadway revival of Our Town, visited The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Monday to discuss the highly-anticipated production. Watch the full interview now!
Jim Parsons, star of the new Broadway revival of Our Town, visited The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Monday to discuss the highly-anticipated production. Watch the full interview now!
OUR TOWN Releases Tickets for Exclusive Onstage Seating
The new Broadway production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will offer 30 immersive onstage seats, now available to the public for purchase. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase.
The new Broadway production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will offer 30 immersive onstage seats, now available to the public for purchase. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase.
Video: OUR TOWN Cast Explores the Town That Inspired Thornton Wilder's Iconic Play
The cast of Our Town recently embarked on a memorable journey to Peterborough, New Hampshire, the town that inspired Thornton Wilder’s timeless play. Check out photos and video here!
The cast of Our Town recently embarked on a memorable journey to Peterborough, New Hampshire, the town that inspired Thornton Wilder’s timeless play. Check out photos and video here!
Awni Abdi-Bahri's THREE TALL PERSIAN WOMEN Gets World Premiere At Shakespeare & Company
Shakespeare & Company will present the World Premiere of Awni Abdi-Bahri's Three Tall Persian Women, directed by Dalia Ashurina and staged at the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre from August 30 through October 13.
Shakespeare & Company will present the World Premiere of Awni Abdi-Bahri's Three Tall Persian Women, directed by Dalia Ashurina and staged at the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre from August 30 through October 13.
OUR TOWN Opens Box Office With an Exclusive Giveaway
The new Broadway production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will open its box office at The Barrymore Theatre beginning on Tuesday, August 6 at 10 am! To mark the occasion, the production will be giving out a special exclusive gift to the first 100 people in line on Tuesday, August 6 and Wednesday, August 7.
The new Broadway production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will open its box office at The Barrymore Theatre beginning on Tuesday, August 6 at 10 am! To mark the occasion, the production will be giving out a special exclusive gift to the first 100 people in line on Tuesday, August 6 and Wednesday, August 7.
Roundabout's HOME Enters Final Three Weeks of Performances on Broadway
Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the new production of Home by Samm-Art Williams. See the show in its final three weeks on Broadway! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the new production of Home by Samm-Art Williams. See the show in its final three weeks on Broadway! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Get a First Look at HOME on Broadway Directed By Kenny Leon
Get a first look at footage of Home on Broadway! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at footage of Home on Broadway! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: See Kenny Leon & More on the Red Carpet for HOME on Broadway
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Home on Broadway!
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Home on Broadway!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of HOME on Broadway
Roundabout Theatre Company’s new Broadway production of HOME by Samm-Art Williams, directed by Kenny Leon, officially opened last night, June 5, at Todd Haimes Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
Roundabout Theatre Company’s new Broadway production of HOME by Samm-Art Williams, directed by Kenny Leon, officially opened last night, June 5, at Todd Haimes Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
Review Roundup: HOME Opens On Broadway Directed By Kenny Leon
Home opens at the Todd Haimes Theatre on Broadway. Read the reviews!
Home opens at the Todd Haimes Theatre on Broadway. Read the reviews!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Allen Lee Hughes been nominated for?
Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ohio State Murders, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Soldier's Play, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Comedy of Errors, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for K2, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for K2, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Sunday in the Park With George, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Odyssey, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Juno and the Paycock , Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Once on this Island, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for On The Town, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Six Characters In Search of an Author, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for All the King's Men, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Strange Interlude, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for K2, Best Set and Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for K2 and Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for K2.
What awards has Allen Lee Hughes won?
Allen Lee Hughes has won several prestigious awards for his work, including: Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream; Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Six Characters In Search of an Author; and Best Set and Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for K2.
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