Lap Chi Chu
Latest News on Lap Chi Chu:
Matilda Lawler & More to Star in THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH at Berkeley Rep (Dec 18, 2024)
SUFFS Special Event to Take Place at The Grammy Museum (Nov 25, 2024)
YELLOW FACE Starring Daniel Dae Kim to Premiere on PBS (Nov 21, 2024)
Matilda Lawler & More to Star in THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH at Berkeley Rep (Dec 18, 2024)
SUFFS Special Event to Take Place at The Grammy Museum (Nov 25, 2024)
YELLOW FACE Starring Daniel Dae Kim to Premiere on PBS (Nov 21, 2024)
BIO
Chu's lighting for Mlima’s Tale earned him the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Lighting in 2019 and an Outer Critics Circle Award nomination in 2018. Also in 2018, he received an Obie for Sustained Excellence in Lighting Design and a Berkshire Theatre Critics Association Award for Outstanding Lighting Design for Dangerous House. In 2009, Chu was nominated for a Lucille Lortel Award for his lighting of The Good Negro.
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lighting Design of a Musical
Lap Chi Chu, Suffs
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Lap Chi Chu, Camelot
winner
Obie Awards - 2018 - Design Award
Lap Chi ChuSustained Excellence of Lighting Design
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Lap Chi Chu, Mlima's Tale
The Lortels - 2009 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Lap Chi Chu, The Good Negro
Videos
Video: SUFFS Hosts Roll Call With Representatives from the 36 States that Ratified 19th Amendment
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-25 10:11:28
Video: First Look at Steve Carell, William Jackson Harper & More in UNCLE VANYA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-04-23 14:25:40
Video: Producer Hillary Rodham Clinton Featured in New SUFFS Promotional Video
by Stephi Wild - 2024-03-04 10:19:43
Video: Meet the 2023 Tony Nominees for Lighting and Sound Design
by Richard Ridge - 2023-06-09 23:01:33
Video: Watch Highlights from CAMELOT on Broadway- Opens Tonight!
by Show Highlights - 2023-04-13 11:09:33
Video: First Look at THE COAST STARLIGHT at Lincoln Center Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-10 14:22:54
TV: THE WOLVES Take the Field in Highlights at Lincoln Center Theater
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-11-16 14:43:17
TV: Watch Highlights from OEDIPUS EL REY at The Public Theater
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-10-24 11:32:58
STAGE TUBE: New Trailer for 'FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS' at the Taper
by Stage Tube - 2016-04-22 21:35:14
VIDEO: THE BODY OF AN AMERICAN, Dan O'Brien's Ghost Story of a War Photo That Outraged A Nation
by Michael Dale - 2016-01-12 18:50:07
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of Denver Center's World Premiere of THE 12 - Terence Archie, Mike Backes, Anthony Fedorov & More!
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-03-30 14:45:40
STAGE TUBE: Audiences React to A.R.T.'s 'FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS'
by Stage Tube - 2015-02-18 17:16:48
News
Matilda Lawler & More to Star in THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Thing About Jellyfish, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Thing About Jellyfish, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
SUFFS Special Event to Take Place at The Grammy Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024
In celebration of Suffs’ GRAMMY Award nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album” the GRAMMY Museum will host A New York Evening with Suffs, a special night of music and conversation at The Greene Space in NYC. Learn how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024
In celebration of Suffs’ GRAMMY Award nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album” the GRAMMY Museum will host A New York Evening with Suffs, a special night of music and conversation at The Greene Space in NYC. Learn how to attend!
YELLOW FACE Starring Daniel Dae Kim to Premiere on PBS
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2024
Great Performances has announced it will capture Roundabout Theatre Company’s production of David Henry Hwang’s Yellow Face for premiere on PBS. The Great Performances premiere on PBS will be announced at a later date.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2024
Great Performances has announced it will capture Roundabout Theatre Company’s production of David Henry Hwang’s Yellow Face for premiere on PBS. The Great Performances premiere on PBS will be announced at a later date.
Video: Shaina Taub Talks SUFFS and Shares Why RAGTIME is Her Favorite Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2024
Shaina Taub, who was recently honored by Time Magazine as part of their 2024 Time100 Next List, recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss her musical Suffs. During the interview, she also shared why Ragtime is her favorite show and how it serves as an inspiration for Suffs. Watch the segment now!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2024
Shaina Taub, who was recently honored by Time Magazine as part of their 2024 Time100 Next List, recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss her musical Suffs. During the interview, she also shared why Ragtime is her favorite show and how it serves as an inspiration for Suffs. Watch the segment now!
SUFFS Will Play Final Broadway Performance In January
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024
The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Suffs will play its final Broadway performance in January of 2025 following 24 previews and 301 regular performances. After closing, the show will head out on tour and we've got the scoop.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024
The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Suffs will play its final Broadway performance in January of 2025 following 24 previews and 301 regular performances. After closing, the show will head out on tour and we've got the scoop.
Video: Daniel Dae Kim and Ryan Eggold Talk Reuniting for YELLOW FACE
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2024
Daniel Dae Kim and Ryan Eggold visited TODAY on Friday to discuss their roles in David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, which is currently in previews on Broadway. Watch the interview now!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2024
Daniel Dae Kim and Ryan Eggold visited TODAY on Friday to discuss their roles in David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, which is currently in previews on Broadway. Watch the interview now!
Video: Daniel Dae Kim Talks YELLOW FACE & More on THE DAILY SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2024
Daniel Dae Kim sat down with Ronny Chieng on The Daily Show to discuss his role in David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, which is currently in previews on Broadway.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2024
Daniel Dae Kim sat down with Ronny Chieng on The Daily Show to discuss his role in David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, which is currently in previews on Broadway.
SUFFS Will Offer Discount Tickets Aimed at Mobilizing Young Voters
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024
Broadway musical Suffs has announced a new slate of ticketing initiatives focused on mobilizing young voters ahead of the election. These new ticket offers are now in effect and will be valid through the November 5 election:
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024
Broadway musical Suffs has announced a new slate of ticketing initiatives focused on mobilizing young voters ahead of the election. These new ticket offers are now in effect and will be valid through the November 5 election:
Meet the Cast of YELLOW FACE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024
Next up from Roundabout Theatre Company is the new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang directed by Leigh Silverman. Previews will begin tonight, September 13, at the Todd Haimes Theatre, ahead of opening night on October 1. Meet the cast of Yellow Face here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024
Next up from Roundabout Theatre Company is the new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang directed by Leigh Silverman. Previews will begin tonight, September 13, at the Todd Haimes Theatre, ahead of opening night on October 1. Meet the cast of Yellow Face here!
Tony Winner Beowulf Boritt's 1/52 Project Reveals Nine Early Career Designer Recipients
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
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.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
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.
Daniel Dae Kim Says Working on YELLOW FACE is a 'Joy'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2024
Daniel Dae Kim sat down with Kelly and Mark on LIVE to discuss his role in David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, which makes its Broadway debut this month. Watch the interview now!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2024
Daniel Dae Kim sat down with Kelly and Mark on LIVE to discuss his role in David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, which makes its Broadway debut this month. Watch the interview now!
Video: SUFFS Hosts Roll Call With Representatives from the 36 States that Ratified 19th Amendment
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 25, 2024
On Saturday, August 24th, Suffs hosted a special performance in partnership with the League of Women Voters that featured a roll call including representatives from all 36 states that ratified the 19th Amendment. Watch the full roll call in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 25, 2024
On Saturday, August 24th, Suffs hosted a special performance in partnership with the League of Women Voters that featured a roll call including representatives from all 36 states that ratified the 19th Amendment. Watch the full roll call in the video here!
SUFFS Will Celebrate Women's Equality Day and the Ratification of the 19th Amendment With Events
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2024
From August 18-26, Broadway’s two-time Tony Award winning musical Suffs will celebrate the 104th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, as well as Women’s Equality Day (August 26), through a series of activations in and outside of the Music Box Theatre. Plus, watch a video of Emily Skinner performing 'A Letter from Harry’s Mother'!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2024
From August 18-26, Broadway’s two-time Tony Award winning musical Suffs will celebrate the 104th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, as well as Women’s Equality Day (August 26), through a series of activations in and outside of the Music Box Theatre. Plus, watch a video of Emily Skinner performing 'A Letter from Harry’s Mother'!
Up on the Marquee: YELLOW FACE
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 13, 2024
Next up from Roundabout Theatre Company is the new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang directed by Leigh Silverman. Check out photos fo the new marquee at the Todd Haimes Theatre here!
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 13, 2024
Next up from Roundabout Theatre Company is the new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang directed by Leigh Silverman. Check out photos fo the new marquee at the Todd Haimes Theatre here!
Kevin Del Aguila, Francis Jue, Ryan Eggold & More Join YELLOW FACE on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 1, 2024
Roundabout Theatre Company just announced complete casting for the new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang directed by Leigh Silverman. Check out who will join the cast here!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 1, 2024
Roundabout Theatre Company just announced complete casting for the new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang directed by Leigh Silverman. Check out who will join the cast here!
Photos: SUFFS Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway
by Lauren Hilton - Jul 15, 2024
Shaina Taub's Tony-winning musical, Suffs, just celebrated its 100th performance on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. See photos of the company's celebration here.
by Lauren Hilton - Jul 15, 2024
Shaina Taub's Tony-winning musical, Suffs, just celebrated its 100th performance on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. See photos of the company's celebration here.
SUFFS Interrupted By Demonstrators Calling the Show 'A White Wash'
by Team BWW - Jul 3, 2024
A performance of SUFFS was interrupted by demonstrators holding a banner in one of the boxes at the Music Box Theatre. The banner read 'SUFFS is a whitewash' and was coupled with chants urging the show to be cancelled.
by Team BWW - Jul 3, 2024
A performance of SUFFS was interrupted by demonstrators holding a banner in one of the boxes at the Music Box Theatre. The banner read 'SUFFS is a whitewash' and was coupled with chants urging the show to be cancelled.
2024 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2024
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2024
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
SUFFS Releases New Block of Tickets Through January 5
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2024
Suffs has released a new block of tickets on sale now! Tickets for the 6x Tony-nominated musical are now on sale through January 5, 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2024
Suffs has released a new block of tickets on sale now! Tickets for the 6x Tony-nominated musical are now on sale through January 5, 2025.
Listen: SUFFS Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024
Suffs (Original Broadway Cast Recording), the official musical companion to the 6x Tony Award-nominated new musical from award-winning singer-songwriter Shaina Taub, is available now! Listen to the full album here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024
Suffs (Original Broadway Cast Recording), the official musical companion to the 6x Tony Award-nominated new musical from award-winning singer-songwriter Shaina Taub, is available now! Listen to the full album here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Lap Chi Chu been nominated for?
Outstanding Lighting Design of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Suffs, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Camelot, Design Award (Obie Awards) for Sustained Excellence of Lighting Design, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mlima's Tale and Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for The Good Negro.
What awards has Lap Chi Chu won?
Lap Chi Chu has won the Design Award at the Obie Awards for Sustained Excellence of Lighting Design.
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