Howell Binkley
Latest News on Howell Binkley:
Video: HAMILTON Wishes Happy Anniversary to Alexander and Eliza Hamilton (Dec 14, 2024)
COME FROM AWAY Returns To The Washington Pavilion In January (Dec 12, 2024)
Lin-Manuel Miranda Casts Doubt on HAMILTON Movie (Dec 12, 2024)
Video: HAMILTON Wishes Happy Anniversary to Alexander and Eliza Hamilton (Dec 14, 2024)
COME FROM AWAY Returns To The Washington Pavilion In January (Dec 12, 2024)
Lin-Manuel Miranda Casts Doubt on HAMILTON Movie (Dec 12, 2024)
BIO
Binkley's Broadway credits includeSummer: The Donna Summer Musical, Escape to Margaritaville, Come From Away (2017 Tony nomination), A Bronx Tale, Hamilton (2016 Tony winner/2018 Olivier winner), After Midnight (2014 Tony nomination), How to Succeed... (2011 Tony nomination), West Side Story (2009 Tony nomination), In the Heights (2008 Tony nomination), Jersey Boys (2006 Tony winner), Avenue Q, Parade, Kiss of the Spider Woman (1993 Tony nomination).
He is also the Co-Founder/Resident Lighting Designer for Parsons Dance. 1993 Sir Laurence Olivier and Canadian Dora Awards for Kiss of the Spider Woman. 2006 and 2016 Henry Hewes Design Awards for Jersey Boys and Hamilton.
He is also a five-time Helen Hayes Award recipient, 1993 Laurence Olivier Award and Canadian Dora Award for Spider Woman, 2006 Henry Hewes Design Award and Outer Critics Circle Award for Jersey Boys.
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations
winner
Olivier Awards - 2018 - White Light Award For Best Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Hamilton
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, Come From Away
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, Come From Away
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2016 - Best Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Allegiance
winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, Hamilton
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Hamilton
winner
The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Hamilton
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical)
Howell Binkley, After Midnight
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, After Midnight
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, West Side Story
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley , In The Heights
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, LoveMusik
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Jersey Boys
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Jersey Boys
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2006 - Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Jersey Boys
winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Howell Binkley, Jersey Boys
Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyCyrano
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleySweeney Todd
Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleySunday in the Park With George
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, Radiant Baby
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Howell Binkley, The Full Monty
Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleySweet Bird of Youth
Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyPeer Gynt
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyTempest
Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyMourning Becomes Electra
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyMacbeth
Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyHenry V
Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyHenry IV
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Lighting Designer
Howell Binkley, Kiss Of The Spider Woman
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Lighting Design
Howell Binkley , Kiss of the Spider Woman
Helen Hayes Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyKing Lear
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Howell BinkleyRichard III
Videos
Video: HAMILTON Wishes Happy Anniversary to Alexander and Eliza Hamilton
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 14, 2024
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at COME FROM AWAY 2023-24 National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of AIN'T TOO PROUD London Cast Singing 'My Girl'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2023
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes With JERSEY BOYS' Return to Live Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2022
VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek at SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL in San Francisco
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2019
VIDEO: AIN'T TOO PROUD Kicks Off Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with Show Medley
by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 28, 2019
VIDEO: Watch COME FROM AWAY's Becky Gulsvig Eat Chicago Deep Dish Pizza And More!
by Alan Henry - Aug 8, 2019
TV: Watch Highlights of John Larroquette, Will Swenson & More in NANTUCKET SLEIGH RIDE
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2019
News
Video: HAMILTON Wishes Happy Anniversary to Alexander and Eliza Hamilton
Hamilton is celebrating the anniversary of Alexander and Eliza Hamilton, who were married on this day, December 14, in 1780. Watch a tribute in the video, featuring current Broadway cast members Trey Curtis and Morgan Anita Wood here!
Hamilton is celebrating the anniversary of Alexander and Eliza Hamilton, who were married on this day, December 14, in 1780. Watch a tribute in the video, featuring current Broadway cast members Trey Curtis and Morgan Anita Wood here!
COME FROM AWAY Returns To The Washington Pavilion In January
The Washington Pavilion will welcome the popular musical production of COME FROM AWAY back to its stage for a limited time engagement on January 7–9, 2025.
The Washington Pavilion will welcome the popular musical production of COME FROM AWAY back to its stage for a limited time engagement on January 7–9, 2025.
Lin-Manuel Miranda Casts Doubt on HAMILTON Movie
Don't expect a Hamilton movie anytime soon. Despite the enormous success of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway musical, the creator explains why he is hesitant to bring it to the big screen.Â
Don't expect a Hamilton movie anytime soon. Despite the enormous success of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway musical, the creator explains why he is hesitant to bring it to the big screen.Â
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Australia - Sydney Awards
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
New Cast Set For the UK and Ireland Tour of HAMILTON
New casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland Tour of the multi award-winning HAMILTON. The new cast will have their first performance at Cardiff's Wales Millennium Centre on Monday 20 January 2025.
New casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland Tour of the multi award-winning HAMILTON. The new cast will have their first performance at Cardiff's Wales Millennium Centre on Monday 20 January 2025.
Review: HAMILTON at Hershey Theatre
This production retains the same charm and value as what I have seen before, while adding a few additional tweaks to make it special.Â
This production retains the same charm and value as what I have seen before, while adding a few additional tweaks to make it special.Â
Tickets to COME FROM AWAY in Chicago to Go On Sale Tomorrow
The national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will return to Chicago this winter. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will return to Chicago this winter. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets to HAMILTON at the Hobby Center to go On Sale This Week
Single tickets for HAMILTON at the Hobby Center will go on sale to the public this week. There will be a lottery for 40 $10 seats for all performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Single tickets for HAMILTON at the Hobby Center will go on sale to the public this week. There will be a lottery for 40 $10 seats for all performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
HAMILTON to Launch #Ham4Ham Lottery in San Francisco
A digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show’s first performance on Wednesday, November 27 in San Francisco at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre.
A digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show’s first performance on Wednesday, November 27 in San Francisco at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre.
HAMILTON Tickets on Sale Next Week For Portland Run
Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway in Portland announced that single tickets for HAMILTON will go on sale to the public next week. Find out how to get tickets here!
Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway in Portland announced that single tickets for HAMILTON will go on sale to the public next week. Find out how to get tickets here!
Tickets to HAMILTON at Bass Hall to go on Sale This Week
Tickets for HAMILTON at Bass Concert Hall will go on sale this week. HAMILTON follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets for HAMILTON at Bass Concert Hall will go on sale this week. HAMILTON follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Learn how to purchase tickets.
COME FROM AWAY to Return to The Fisher Theater in February
COME FROM AWAY will return to the Fisher Theatre in Detroit. Experience the musical that tells the story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town that welcomed them. Learn how to purchase tickets.
COME FROM AWAY will return to the Fisher Theatre in Detroit. Experience the musical that tells the story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town that welcomed them. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look at the New Cast of HAMILTON in London
All new production photos have been released for HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre, where its currently booking until 27 September 2025. Check out the photos here!
All new production photos have been released for HAMILTON at the Victoria Palace Theatre, where its currently booking until 27 September 2025. Check out the photos here!
HAMILTON to Return to San Francisco in November
HAMILTON is coming back to SanFrancisco! The hit show will play BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre for a limited six-week engagement beginning in November. Check out details on how to get tickets and more.
HAMILTON is coming back to SanFrancisco! The hit show will play BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre for a limited six-week engagement beginning in November. Check out details on how to get tickets and more.
AIN’T TOO PROUD â€" THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS Comes to San Francisco in February
BroadwaySF has announced that AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will perform a limited engagement at San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre from Tuesday, February 25 through Sunday, March 2, 2025.
BroadwaySF has announced that AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will perform a limited engagement at San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre from Tuesday, February 25 through Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Video: Inside the HAMILTON Orchestra Pit at The Buell Theatre
Go inside the HAMILTON orchestra pit at Denver's Buell Theatre in the video here!
Go inside the HAMILTON orchestra pit at Denver's Buell Theatre in the video here!
Tickets to COME FROM AWAY at the Aronoff Center on Sale Tomorrow
Single tickets for the national tour of COME FROM AWAY at the Aranoff Center will go on sale Friday, October 25 at 10:00 AM. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Single tickets for the national tour of COME FROM AWAY at the Aranoff Center will go on sale Friday, October 25 at 10:00 AM. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets On Sale For COME FROM AWAY Return Engagement At The Hippodrome
The national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, returns to the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, home of Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre, for a limited engagement April 18-19, 2025.
The national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, returns to the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, home of Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre, for a limited engagement April 18-19, 2025.
COME FROM AWAY Tickets On Sale Now At Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
COME FROM AWAY, the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical, will be performed at BBMann from February 25 to March 2, 2025.
COME FROM AWAY, the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical, will be performed at BBMann from February 25 to March 2, 2025.
HAMILTON Returns To The Orpheum, Tickets On Sale Thursday
HAMILTON is set to return to the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis from February 18 to March 2 as part of the 2024-2025 Broadway Season.
HAMILTON is set to return to the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis from February 18 to March 2 as part of the 2024-2025 Broadway Season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Howell Binkley been nominated for?
Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations, White Light Award For Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Hamilton, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Come From Away, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Come From Away, Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Allegiance, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hamilton, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Hamilton, Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Hamilton, Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for After Midnight, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for After Midnight, Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for West Side Story, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for In The Heights, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for LoveMusik, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jersey Boys , Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jersey Boys, Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Jersey Boys, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jersey Boys, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Cyrano, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Sunday in the Park With George, Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Radiant Baby, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Full Monty, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Sweet Bird of Youth, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Peer Gynt, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Tempest, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mourning Becomes Electra, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Macbeth, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry V , Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry IV, Best Lighting Designer (Olivier Awards) for Kiss Of The Spider Woman, Best Lighting Design (Tony Awards) for Kiss of the Spider Woman, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for King Lear and Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III.
What awards has Howell Binkley won?
Howell Binkley has received several prestigious awards for his work in lighting design. His accolades include: - White Light Award for Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Hamilton - Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Allegiance - Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hamilton - Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Hamilton - Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying - Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jersey Boys (awarded twice) - Lighting Design (The Hewes Awards) for Jersey Boys - Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jersey Boys - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Sweeney Todd - Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Full Monty - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Tempest - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Macbeth - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III.
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