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BIO

CHRIS LEE (Knuck). Broadway debut! Off-Broadway: Hell’s Kitchen. Hamilton (Chicago). Film: Play Dead, Back to Lyla, Single Car Crashes. TV: “Legacies,” “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” (CW); “The Chi” (Showtime); “Scream” (MTV); “S.W.A.T” (CBS); “Empire” (Fox). Chris is also a musical artist, whose music can be streamed on all media platforms. Actor, singer, songwriter, musician, producer, screenwriter, poker player; the kid is crazy. All Glory to God. Gabby, Bryce, Blaire, and Beautiful, you’re my world. @theofficialchrislee

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Knuck

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Knuck

[US Tour]
Chicago, Los Angeles, National Tour Production, 2016
Marquis de Lafayette

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2014]
Lighting Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Lighting Designer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2008]
Lighting Designer
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2007]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[Regional (US), 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[New York, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Chris LeeUrinetown

Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production

Chris LeeHedwig and the Angry Inch

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News


Video: Behind The Scenes of the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Parade with Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN

Go behind the scenes at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with the cast of Hell's Kitchen. Watch the cast perform in the rain as they discuss their memories from previous parades in the video here!
Video: Alicia Keys Visits Former School, Reunites with Teacher Who Shaped Her Music

Alicia Keys is looking back at the education and educators that have led to her massive success. The Hell's Kitchen writer recently visited her old performing arts school, also reuniting with a former teacher who has been integral to her journey. Watch the video now!
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 16, 2024.
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Perfect Way To Die' from HELL'S KITCHEN at The Root 100 Gala

Kecia Lewis was recognized as one of The Root's most influential Black Americans. She performed 'Perfect Way To Die' from Hell's Kitchen. Check out the video here!
Broadway Buying Guide: December 9, 2024- Give the Gift of Broadway This Holiday Season

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 9, 2024.
Video: Shoshana Bean and Jakeim Hart of HELL'S KITCHEN Cover ‘Lesson Learned’ by Alicia Keys

Watch Shoshana Bean, who plays her final performance in Hell's Kitchen on Sunday, December 1, and castmate Jakeim Hart cover Alicia Keys' 'Lesson Learned' in the video here!
Review: STRAUSS AND SIBELIUS at the NY Philharmonic

What did our critic think of STRAUSS AND SIBELIUS AT THE NY PHILHARMONIC at Geffen Hall?
Review: BERNADETTE PETERS at Carnegie Hall Is Iconic

Renowned Broadway singer Bernadette Peters made a stunning return to Carnegie Hall on Monday October 27, 2024. It had been nearly 30 years since her last show there in 1997, but it was well worth the wait. The show kicked off Carnegie Hall's 2024-25 Original series which continues tomorrow night with Pink Martini on 11/1
Review: The Philadelphia Orchestra Delivers a Monumental Mahler 3 at Carnegie

The Philadelphia Orchestra’s performance of Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 3 aCarnegie Hall on October 15th was an unforgettable evening of rich musical storytelling. Under the dynamic direction of Maestro Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the orchestra captured the emotional breadth and technical demands of this vast work. The night showcased both the grandeur and intimacy of Mahler’s vision, with some moments achieving sublime transcendence.
Video: HELL'S KITCHEN Stars Maleah Joi Moon and Chris Lee Perform 'Unthinkable (I'm Ready)'

As lead cast member Chris Lee prepares to exit the show, Broadway's Hell's Kitchen has released a new look at the show. Check out the video below as Lee and star Maleah Joi Moon perform the love ballad, 'Unthinkable'.
Jessica Vosk Will Join HELL'S KITCHEN in December

Jessica Vosk will star as Jersey in the hit musical Hell's Kitchen on Broadway. As previously announced Shoshana Bean, who originated and received a Tony Nomination for her role, will play her final performance on Sunday, December 1.
Donna Vivino to Star as 'Jersey' in HELL'S KITCHEN in December

Hell's Kitchen's current standby for 'Jersey', Broadway Veteran, Donna Vivino, will star as 'Jersey' for select dates in December. Learn more about the production featuring music by Alicia Keys, and see how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 14, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 14, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Phillip Johnson Richardson Joins HELL'S KITCHEN as 'Knuck' This Month

Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN will welcome Phillip Johnson Richardson (The Wiz) as “Knuck”, starting on Tuesday, October 22. Chris Lee, who originated the role, will play his final performance on Sunday, October 20.
Shoshana Bean Sets Departure Date From HELL'S KITCHEN

Shoshana Bean will depart Hell's Kitchen on Broadway on December 1. Bean made the announcement herself on Instagram, in a photo with the caption, 'Mama’s hanging up her apron….Last day in the kitchen is December 1st!'
HELL'S KITCHEN's Original Broadway Cast Album Hits #1 on the Billboard Cast Albums Chart

The HELL’S KITCHEN’s Original Broadway Cast Album has hit #1 on the Billboard Cast Albums chart. HELL’S KITCHEN is a new musical from 16-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys, whose songs and experiences growing up in NY inspire a story made for Broadway. Learn more about the show and the album.
HELL'S KITCHEN Stars To Host Cast Album Signing At Barnes & Noble Midtown This Friday

Join Maleah Joi Moon and Brandon Victor Dixon from the Broadway cast of HELL'S KITCHEN for a signing at Barnes & Noble 5th Ave this Friday at noon to support the Hell’s Kitchen Original Broadway Cast Recording.
Video: Behind-the-Scenes with HELL'S KITCHEN at the US Open

Go behind-the-scenes with the cast of Hell's Kitchen at the US Open in the video here!
The Music of HELL'S KITCHEN Will Be Heard During the U.S. Open

The music of Alicia Keys’ Broadway Musical Hell’s Kitchen will be heard across channels and platforms during the three weeks of the US Open, thanks to a new partnership with the USTA and ESPN.
Photos: HELL'S KITCHEN Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway

Hell's Kitchen celebrated 100 performances on Broadway! See photos!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Chris Lee been nominated for?

Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Urinetown and Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

How many Broadway shows has Chris Lee been in?

Chris Lee has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Chris Lee been in?

Chris Lee has not appeared in the West End.

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