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BIO

Isabella is a New York based Lighting Designer.

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Productions

Grief CampGrief Camp
 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
Lighting Designer
Romeo + JulietRomeo + Juliet
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Lighting Designer
Pre-Existing ConditionPre-Existing Condition
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Lighting Designer
Cabaret at the Kit Kat ClubCabaret at the Kit Kat Club
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Lighting Design
An Enemy of the PeopleAn Enemy of the People
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Lighting Design
Evanston Salt Costs ClimbingEvanston Salt Costs Climbing
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Lighting Design
As You Like ItAs You Like It
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Lighting Designer
CabaretCabaret
 
[West End, 2021]
Lighting Designer
DaddyDaddy
 
[West End, 2020]
Lighting Designer
Sanctuary CitySanctuary City
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Lighting Designer
Love in Hate NationLove in Hate Nation
 
[Regional (US), 2019]
Lighting Designer
Heroes of the Fourth TurningHeroes of the Fourth Turning
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Designer
ContinuityContinuity
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Lighting Designer
The Hello GirlsThe Hello Girls
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Lighting Designer
The Thanksgiving PlayThe Thanksgiving Play
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Lighting Designer
Sundown, Yellow MoonSundown, Yellow Moon
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Lighting Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Special Award

Isabella Byrd

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Isabella Byrd, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Isabella Byrd, An Enemy of the People

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play

Isabella Byrd, Epiphany


winner
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Isabella Byrd, Epiphany

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play

Isabella Byrd, Sanctuary City

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

Isabella Byrd, Heroes of the Fourth Turning


winner
Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation

Isabella ByrdHeroes of the Fourth Turning


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Isabella Byrd, Heroes of the Fourth Turning


winner
Obie Awards - 2019 - Design Award

Isabella Byrd, Light Shining in Buckinghamshire

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Review: WEATHER GIRL, Soho Theatre Photo
Review: WEATHER GIRL, Soho Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Mar 12, 2025

It would be fair to say Weather Girl was the talk of last year’s Edinburgh Fringe. With a Scotsman Fringe First, a Lustrum Award, and a queue stretching back into the Summerhall courtyard, it was only a matter of time until this sweltering success got a much-anticipated London transfer. Now fully sold out at Soho Theatre, it’s clear to see why this show had audiences talking.
Photo: New Look at Orville Peck as the Emcee in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Photo
Photo: New Look at Orville Peck as the Emcee in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by Michael Major - Mar 11, 2025

See a new look at Orville Peck as the Emcee in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. The photo cuts off Peck's eyes, not yet making it clear if the country music singer will don one of his classic masks for his performance.
Review Roundup: DEEP BLUE SOUND Opens at The Public Theater Photo
Review Roundup: DEEP BLUE SOUND Opens at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Clubbed Thumb is currently presenting Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler and directed by Arin Arbus. Read the reviews for the production and see what the critics are saying
Clubbed Thumb to Present One-Week Extension for DEEP BLUE SOUND Photo
Clubbed Thumb to Present One-Week Extension for DEEP BLUE SOUND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Clubbed Thumb will present a one-week extension for the return engagement of Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler and directed by Arin Arbus. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photo: New Look at Eva Noblezada as 'Sally Bowles' in CABARET Photo
Photo: New Look at Eva Noblezada as 'Sally Bowles' in CABARET
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025

See a new look at Eva Noblezada in character as Sally Bowles in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. The Great Gatsby alum joins the Broadway revival alongside Orville Peck. See new photos of her in in Sally Bowles' fuzzy green jacket and purple costume.
Photos: Eva Noblezada & Orville Peck Get Into CABARET Costume Photo
Photos: Eva Noblezada & Orville Peck Get Into CABARET Costume
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2025

A first look at Eva Noblezada and Orville Peck in Cabaret has been revealed. The production has shared first look photos of the pair in costume, teasing a first look at Peck without his iconic mask on.
ROMEO + JULIET Recoups on Broadway Photo
ROMEO + JULIET Recoups on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET recouped its $7 million capitalization during its extended, standing-room-only, 20-week limited engagement at  Broadway’s Circle in the Square Theatre.
Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Guthrie Theater Photo
Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - Feb 7, 2025

It may be the dead of winter in Minnesota but that is not stopping the Guthrie Theater from taking audiences to the moonlight filled forests of Athens in the middle of summer. Yes, William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is back on the Guthrie stage and this ravishing production proves why it remains one of the most cherished of the Bard’s works.
Applications for 4th Year of 1/52 Project Now Open Photo
Applications for 4th Year of 1/52 Project Now Open
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt, revealed applications for the fourth year of The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program for early career designers, founded by Boritt and a group of Broadway designers, are now open for the 2025 cycle.
Deirdre O'Connell & More to Star in GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. at The Public Photo
Deirdre O'Connell & More to Star in GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025

The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new works written by groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. Learn more.
Video: Adam Lambert Celebrates His Birthday at CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Photo
Video: Adam Lambert Celebrates His Birthday at CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club and Pride Live/Stonewall National Monument Visitors Center celebrated GRAMMY Award nominee Adam Lambert’s birthday with a special curtain call. Check out a video here!
New Cast Joins Prologue Company of CABARET at the Kit Kat Club Photo
New Cast Joins Prologue Company of CABARET at the Kit Kat Club
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

The West End production of CABARET at the KIT KAT CLUB will welcome new members to the show's Prologue Company from 3 February 2025. Learn more about the new cast here!
Photos: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in CABARET in London Photo
Photos: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in CABARET in London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

All new photos have been released of Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in CABARET at the Kit Kat Club in London. The pair begin performances in the show tonight, Tuesday 28 January 2025. Check out photos here! Explore new photos and discover the full cast and show details here.
Photos: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in Rehearsal For CABARET Photo
Photos: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in Rehearsal For CABARET
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

All new rehearsal photos have been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club starring Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace, ahead of their first performance. Check out the photos here!
Orville Peck & Eva Noblezada to Join CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Photo
Orville Peck & Eva Noblezada to Join CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

Country music star Orville Peck and two-time Tony Award nominee and GRAMMY Award winner Eva Noblezada will star as ‘Emcee’ and ‘Sally Bowles’ in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tony Winner Miriam Silverman, Arnie Burton, And Carmen Zilles Join Clubbed Thumb's DE Photo
Tony Winner Miriam Silverman, Arnie Burton, And Carmen Zilles Join Clubbed Thumb's DEEP BLUE SOUND
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award-winning theater company Clubbed Thumb has announced additional casting for Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler (Staff Meal) and directed by Arin Arbus (Waiting For Godot).
Cast & Creative Team Set for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Guthrie Theater Photo
Cast & Creative Team Set for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025

The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, directed by Joseph Haj. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Billy Strings and Jesca Hoop to Join Punch Brothers' ENERGY CURFEW MUSIC HOUR Photo
Billy Strings and Jesca Hoop to Join Punch Brothers' ENERGY CURFEW MUSIC HOUR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025

Billy Strings and Jesca Hoop will appear as special guest artists this Saturday, January 11 to kick off season two performances of The Energy Curfew Music Hour. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; MATILDA at Moore Vision Entertainment Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Houston 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!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway 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!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Isabella Byrd been nominated for?

Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for , Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for An Enemy of the People, Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Epiphany, Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Epiphany, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Sanctuary City, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Heroes of the Fourth Turning, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Heroes of the Fourth Turning, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Heroes of the Fourth Turning and Design Award (Obie Awards) for Light Shining in Buckinghamshire.

What awards has Isabella Byrd won?

Isabella Byrd has received several prestigious awards, including a Special Award from the Drama Desk Awards. She won Outstanding Lighting Design at The Lortels for Epiphany and received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for Heroes of the Fourth Turning. Additionally, she was awarded Outstanding Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Heroes of the Fourth Turning and received a Design Award from the Obie Awards for Light Shining in Buckinghamshire.

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