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BIO

Howard’s current work on Broadway includes Tom Stoppard’s Rock ’n’ Roll, Mary Poppins (2007 Tony nomination) and Mamma Mia! (also London and worldwide). In the West End: Macbeth, Glengarry Glen Ross, Guys and Dolls, Donkeys’ Years and Edward Scissorhands. Previous work in New York/on Broadway includes Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Putting It Together and The Makropulos Case and Nabucco for the Metropolitan Opera.

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2023]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2023]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2022]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2022]
Lighting designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2020]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[Las Vegas, 2014]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2012]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2012]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2010]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2009]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2005]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2004]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2003]
Lighting Designer
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2000]
Lighting Designer
 
[Toronto, 2000]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Lighting Designer
 
[UK Tour, 1998]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 1997]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 1995]
Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Lighting Design

Howard HarrisonCity of Angels

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Anna Christie


winner
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Lighting Design

Howard HarrisonMacbeth

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Howard Harrison, Macbeth

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Mary Poppins

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Howard Harrison, Mary Poppins

Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Guys And Dolls

Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Mary Poppins

Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best Lighting Design

Howard Harrison, Ragtime

Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard HarrisonCat On A Hot Tin Roof

Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard HarrisonTo The Green Fields Beyond

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard HarrisonPrivate Lives

Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Lighting Designer

Howard Harrison, The Fix

Videos

News


MAMMA MIA! Returns To Orpheum Theatre In April 2025

The 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA!, the ultimate feel-good show based on the songs of ABBA, will return to San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre for a limited two-week engagement beginning Wednesday, April 30.
MAMMA MIA! On Sale Broadway At The Hobby Center This Friday

Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center has announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Houston will go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 6 for performances April 8-13, 2025 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
25th Anniversary Tour Of MAMMA MIA! is Coming to the Hobby Center

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Houston will go on sale to the general public this week. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase!
MAMMA MIA! Tickets Now On Sale At Chrysler Hall

Tickets for MAMMA MIA at Chrysler Hall are now available. Experience the beloved musical featuring ABBA's timeless hits in Norfolk. Secure your seats for this popular show.
MAMMA MIA! Sets Cast For Second Year of North American tour

The cast has been announced for the second year of the 25th Anniversary North American Tour of Mamma Mia! The musical is currently playing to sold out audiences in Toronto, ON before continuing its North American Tour through June 2025.
Video: EDWARD SCISSORHANDS Comes to Cinemas This Week; Check Out a Clip!

Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for the big screen and will be released in cinemas across the UK and internationally for the first time from Wednesday 25th September 2024. Watch a video clip here!
First Venues Revealed For New UK Tour of MAMMA MIA!

MAMMA MIA! will launch a new UK tour in 2025: opening at the Mayflower Theatre, Southampton in October, before visiting Bristol, Oxford and Edinburgh, with further dates to be announced.
MAMMA MIA! Returns To North Charleston PAC This January; Tickets On Sale Next Week

MAMMA MIA will return to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center from January 2-5.
MAMMA MIA! Extends Booking and Reveals New Cast Members

The new cast has been announced for MAMMA MIA! from Monday 7 October 2024 and the extension of its booking period to Saturday 27 September 2025 at London’s Novello Theatre, with tickets now on sale.
Tickets on Sale Now to MAMMA MIA! at the Kentucky Center

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MAMMA MIA! in Louisville are now on sale. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Broadway in Cincinnati Engagement of MAMMA MIA! Tickets On Sale Tomorrow

Get ready for the return of MAMMA MIA! as tickets go on sale July 19th. Don't miss the chance to experience this beloved musical featuring the timeless hits of ABBA live on stage.
Cast and Creatives Set For ABIGAIL'S PARTY at Stratford East

Stratford East has announced the full cast and creative team for ABIGAIL’S PARTY, the unmissable tragicomic portrait of social class, materialism, and sexual tension in 1970s England by Mike Leigh.
Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS is Headed to Cinemas This Year

Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for the big screen and will be released in cinemas across the UK and internationally for the first time from Wednesday 25th September 2024. 
Review: SWAN LAKE IN-THE-ROUND, Royal Albert Hall

Derek Deane’s Swan Lake has quite the reputation. First premiered in 1997 it became known for its corps de ballet of 60 swans (with freelancers hired to beef up ENB’s ranks) and then in 2010, a BBC documentary tracked its rehearsals and opening night, not always depicting everyone in the most flattering light, but the spectacle of all those white tutus made it an audience favourite. Now it’s back to conclude the first season under new Artistic Director Aaron S. Watkin. 
Review: MAMMA MIA! at Peace Center

What did our critic think of MAMMA MIA! at Peace Center?
Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS Comes To The Theatre Royal, Glasgow in May

EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, is coming to the Theatre Royal in Glasgoe from 21-25 May 2024.
MAMMA MIA! Returns to Toronto in October

MAMMA MIA! will return to Toronto to play a limited 5-week run from October 8 to November 10, 2024 at Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre. Find out how to get tickets
MAMMA MIA! Extends Booking Period To March 2025

As part of the celebrations for MAMMA MIA! turning 25 on Saturday 6 April 2024, the hit musical has extended its booking period at London's Novello Theatre to Saturday 29 March 2025, with tickets now on sale.
Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS Opens at Theatre Royal Glasgow Next Month

EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, comes to the Theatre Royal in Glasgow from 21-25 May 2024. 
MAMMA MIA! Comes To Fort Worth's Bass Performance Hall This July

Get ready for a musical extravaganza as MAMMA MIA! tickets go on sale this Friday. The show is set to hit Fort Worth from July 16-21.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Howard Harrison been nominated for?

Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for City of Angels, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Anna Christie, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Macbeth, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Macbeth, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Ragtime, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for To The Green Fields Beyond, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for Private Lives and Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for The Fix.

What awards has Howard Harrison won?

Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for City of Angels and Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Macbeth.

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