Justin Townsend
Latest News on Justin Townsend:
Review Roundup: DEATH BECOMES HER Opens On Broadway Starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard (Nov 21, 2024)
Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Old National Centre On Sale Tomorrow (Nov 21, 2024)
DEATH BECOMES HER Extends Run Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night (Nov 21, 2024)
Review Roundup: DEATH BECOMES HER Opens On Broadway Starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard (Nov 21, 2024)
Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Old National Centre On Sale Tomorrow (Nov 21, 2024)
DEATH BECOMES HER Extends Run Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night (Nov 21, 2024)
BIO
Justin Townsend received a Drama Desk Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award Honour for his work on Moulin Rouge! The Musical. His Broadway credits include Jagged Little Pill, Saint Joan, Present Laughter, The Little Foxes, The Humans (Tony nomination), American Psycho (Tony nomination), Fool for Love, Casa Valentina, A Night with Janis Joplin, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, The Other Place, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson. He served as Creative Director for Drake’s “Boy Meets World” European Tour and OVO Fest 2017. He previously worked with Alex Timbers on Here Lies Love. He is an associate professor at Brooklyn College.
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Justin Townsend, Here Lies Love
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical
Justin Townsend, Moulin Rouge!
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Justin Townsend, Moulin Rouge!
winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Justin Townsend, Jagged Little Pill
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Justin Townsend, Moulin Rouge!
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play
Justin Townsend, The Little Foxes
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical
Justin Townsend, American Psycho
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play
Justin Townsend, The Humans
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical)
Justin Townsend, American Psycho
The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Justin Townsend, The Humans
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Justin Townsend, American Psycho
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Justin Townsend, The Humans
winner
Obie Awards - 2014 - Performance- Sustained Excellence of Lighting Design
Justin Townsend
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2014 - Hewes Design Award
Justin Townsend, Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play
winner
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Justin Townsend, Here Lies Love
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Justin Townsend, Here Lies Love
Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Justin TownsendOne Night with Janis Joplin
The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Justin Townsend, Unnatural Acts
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production
Justin TownsendHamlet
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Justin Townsend, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
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Video: MOULIN ROUGE! 5th Anniversary Performance Curtain Call Speech
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 26, 2024
Video/Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Michelle Williams & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Joshua Wright - May 18, 2024
VIDEO: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Talk DEATH BECOMES HER on WGN9 Chicago
by Joshua Wright - May 2, 2024
Video: David Byrne & More Talk HERE LIES LOVE's Immersive Sound Design
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Derek Klena Perform 'Finale (Come What May)' from MOULIN ROUGE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2023
Video: Arielle Jacobs, Lea Salonga, Jose Llana, and More Talk HERE LIES LOVE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 16, 2023
VIDEO: First Look at the New Trailer for MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2022
VIDEO: Aaron Tveit & Natalie Mendoza Perform 'Your Song' from MOULIN ROUGE! on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2022
VIDEO: Aaron Tveit and Karen Olivo Perform 'Your Song' From MOULIN ROUGE! on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2019
VIDEO: Watch An All New Trailer For MOULIN ROUGE!; Tickets Now Available Through July 5, 2020!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2019
VIDEO: Find Your Truth With All New MOULIN ROUGE! Teaser; Plus New Block of Tickets Released
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2019
VIDEO: Celebrate Love Like the French with New Footage from Broadway-Bound MOULIN ROUGE!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2019
Official: MOULIN ROUGE Will Can-Can to the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in July with Aaron Tveit, Karen Olivo & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 19, 2018
VIDEO: Aaron Tveit Sings 'Come What May' From Broadway-Bound MOULIN ROUGE; Full Casting Announced!
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2018
VIDEO: Cynthia Nixon Talks Challenge of Alternating Roles in Broadway's THE LITTLE FOXES
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 14, 2017
News
Review Roundup: DEATH BECOMES HER Opens On Broadway Starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard
DEATH BECOMES HER comes to life on Broadway tonight as it celebrates its opening at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Grammy Award winner Michelle Williams. Did the critics fall under the spell of Broadway's most glamourous new musical? Find out below!
DEATH BECOMES HER comes to life on Broadway tonight as it celebrates its opening at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Grammy Award winner Michelle Williams. Did the critics fall under the spell of Broadway's most glamourous new musical? Find out below!
Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Old National Centre On Sale Tomorrow
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Indianapolis at Old National Centre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Indianapolis at Old National Centre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
DEATH BECOMES HER Extends Run Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night
Ahead of tonight's opening night for Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, the production has announced a new block of tickets on sale. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Ahead of tonight's opening night for Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, the production has announced a new block of tickets on sale. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Video: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
Get a first look at footage of Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at footage of Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
MOULIN ROUGE! On Sale This Friday At Kravis Center
Single tickets for the acclaimed musical MOULIN ROUGE will be available at the Kravis Center starting Friday, November 22.
Single tickets for the acclaimed musical MOULIN ROUGE will be available at the Kravis Center starting Friday, November 22.
Photos: Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More in DEATH BECOMES HER
Get a first look at Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: MOULIN ROUGE! Welcomes Arianna Rosario and More To Its National Tour
The new North American tour cast of Moulin Rouge! is carting its kickline across the nation! Get a first look at the newest crop of bohemians to hit the road in the iconic jukebox love story in new photos below!
The new North American tour cast of Moulin Rouge! is carting its kickline across the nation! Get a first look at the newest crop of bohemians to hit the road in the iconic jukebox love story in new photos below!
Robert Petkoff to Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL on Broadway
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Broadway veteran Robert Petkoff in the role of 'Harold Zidler' beginning this month. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Broadway veteran Robert Petkoff in the role of 'Harold Zidler' beginning this month. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE at Orpheum Memphis
Truth. Beauty. Freedom. Love. The Bohemian ideals combined with a spectacular medley of tunes, some incredible choreography, and a love story for the ages.
Truth. Beauty. Freedom. Love. The Bohemian ideals combined with a spectacular medley of tunes, some incredible choreography, and a love story for the ages.
DEATH BECOMES HER Will Offer Digital Lottery and Rush Tickets
DEATH BECOMES HER, which begins performances this Wednesday, October 23, 2024, has announced its Digital Lottery and Rush Policy. Learn how to get discount tickets here!
DEATH BECOMES HER, which begins performances this Wednesday, October 23, 2024, has announced its Digital Lottery and Rush Policy. Learn how to get discount tickets here!
DEATH BECOMES HER Digital Lottery And Rush
DEATH BECOMES HER now playing on Broadway has revealed its Digital Lottery and Rush Policy for the new musical comedy. Find out how to get ticket discounts for this new musical!
DEATH BECOMES HER now playing on Broadway has revealed its Digital Lottery and Rush Policy for the new musical comedy. Find out how to get ticket discounts for this new musical!
Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Old National Centre to go on Sale Tomorrow
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will play in Indianapolis at Old National Centre.
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will play in Indianapolis at Old National Centre.
Jordan Fisher, Taran Killam, Keala Settle Will Lead URINETOWN at Encores!
Additional cast members have been revealed for New York City Center's Encores! series. City Center’s 2025 Encores! series includes Urinetown, Love Life, and The Wild Party. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Additional cast members have been revealed for New York City Center's Encores! series. City Center’s 2025 Encores! series includes Urinetown, Love Life, and The Wild Party. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to Birmingham in 2025
The first ever World Tour of multi-award-winning hit stage show Moulin Rouge! The Musical, will come to Birmingham Hippodrome, its only engagement in the Midlands, with performances from Wednesday 15 October to Saturday 15 November 2025.
The first ever World Tour of multi-award-winning hit stage show Moulin Rouge! The Musical, will come to Birmingham Hippodrome, its only engagement in the Midlands, with performances from Wednesday 15 October to Saturday 15 November 2025.
Arianna Rosario Steps Into the Role of 'Satine' in MOULIN ROUGE! Tour
Arianna Rosario will step into the role of Satine in the North American tour of Moulin Rouge! the Musical beginning September 24th.
Arianna Rosario will step into the role of Satine in the North American tour of Moulin Rouge! the Musical beginning September 24th.
Tickets on Sale Now For MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL in Grand Rapids
Broadway Grand Rapids announced that tickets are on sale now for the first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards® including Best Musical.
Broadway Grand Rapids announced that tickets are on sale now for the first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards® including Best Musical.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Will Launch Digital Lottery in Oklahoma City
The North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will launch a Broadway Direct Digital Lottery ticket policy in Oklahoma City. Performances are at the Civic Center Music Hall between September 8 – 15.
The North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will launch a Broadway Direct Digital Lottery ticket policy in Oklahoma City. Performances are at the Civic Center Music Hall between September 8 – 15.
Tony Winner Beowulf Boritt's 1/52 Project Reveals Nine Early Career Designer Recipients
The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program founded by Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt, has selected third round of nine early-career designer recipients to benefit from $150,000 in grants.
The 1/52 Project, the financial grant program founded by Tony Award-winning set designer Beowulf Boritt, has selected third round of nine early-career designer recipients to benefit from $150,000 in grants.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL to Launch Digital Lottery in Oklahoma City
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will launch a Broadway Direct Digital Lottery ticket policy in Oklahoma City. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will launch a Broadway Direct Digital Lottery ticket policy in Oklahoma City. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MOULIN ROUGE! To Welcome Solea Pfeiffer, John Cardoza & Pepe Muñoz In October
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Solea Pfeiffer as Satine, John Cardoza as Christian and Pepe Muñoz as Santiago to the Broadway company beginning Tuesday, October 15 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Solea Pfeiffer as Satine, John Cardoza as Christian and Pepe Muñoz as Santiago to the Broadway company beginning Tuesday, October 15 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Justin Townsend been nominated for?
Outstanding Lighting Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Little Foxes, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for American Psycho, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Humans, Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for American Psycho, Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for The Humans, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for American Psycho, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Performance- Sustained Excellence of Lighting Design (Obie Awards), Hewes Design Award (The Hewes Awards) for Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play, Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for One Night with Janis Joplin, Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Unnatural Acts, Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hamlet and Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson.
What awards has Justin Townsend won?
Justin Townsend has received several prestigious awards for his work in lighting design. His accolades include Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Moulin Rouge! and Outstanding Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same show. He won Best Lighting Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Jagged Little Pill, as well as Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for American Psycho. Townsend was honored with Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Humans and Outstanding Lighting Design in Play or Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for American Psycho. Additionally, he received the Performance-Sustained Excellence of Lighting Design at the Obie Awards, the Hewes Design Award at The Hewes Awards for Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play, and Outstanding Lighting Design at The Lortels for Here Lies Love.
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