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BIO

Natasha is a London-based lighting designer with over 20 years of experience.



Her extensive work in theatre includes Enemy of People (The Armoury, New York); Kan Ya Ma Kan (Riyadh); Message in a Bottle, Electric Hotel, Dystopian Dream and Gravity Fatigue (Sadler’s Wells); Drive and Live: La Boheme (ENO); Ivanov (Staatstheater Stuttgart); Blood Wedding (Young Vic); The Doctor, Hamlet and Oresteia (Almeida); Oedipus (Toneelgroep Amsterdam); The American Clock and SYLVIA (The Old Vic); The Antipodes, Sunset at the Villa Thalia and Statement of Regret (National Theatre); The Deep Blue Sea, The Chalk Garden and The House They Grew Up In (Chichester Festival Theatre); We Are Here at La Mama New York; Allelujah! (The Bridge Theatre); The Duchess of Malfi (Royal Shakespeare Company); Belleville (Donmar Warehouse); Shoe Lady, White Pearl, The Cane, Bad Roads, Mistress Contract and Fireworks (Royal Court); 1984 (West End/Broadway); Draft Works, Electric Counterpoint, Strapless (Royal Ballet); Happy Days (Sheffield Crucible); Green Snake (National Theatre of China); Praxis Makes Perfect and The Radicalisation of Bradley Manning (National Theatre Wales); Macbeth (Broadway); 27, The Wolves in the Walls and Home (National Theatre of Scotland); Sunday in the Park with George (West End).

She has won both Olivier and UK Theatre awards and received a drama desk nomination in 2018 for 1984 on Broadway

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Productions

 
[West End, 2025]
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[Broadway, 2024]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2024]
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[West End, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2023]
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[West End, 2023]
Lighting
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
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[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Lighting Design
 
[West End, 2017] [Replacement]
Lighting[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2017]
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[West End, 2016]
Lighting Designer
 
[West End, 2015]
Lighting Designer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
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[West End, 2006]
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[London Fringe, 2005]
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[West End, ]
Lighting Design

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2023 - Best Lighting Design

Natasha Chivers, Prima Facie


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

Natasha Chivers, Prima Facie

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Natasha Chivers, Prima Facie

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play

Natasha Chivers, 1984

Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Lighting Design

Natasha ChiversOresteia


winner
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Lighting Design

Natasha Chivers, Sunday In The Park With George

News


Video: Megan Ellis & Annabel Marlow Sing 'Amazing' From MURIEL'S WEDDING; Full Cast Set
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025

Co-producers Curve and Global Creatures have revealed the full company of MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL. Watch a brand-new video of Megan Ellis and Annabel Marlow singing ‘Amazing’ here!
Clive Owen, Jamie Glover, and More Join Rufus Norris' Final Season at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

The National Theatre has announced further details and casting for previously announced shows in Director Rufus Norris' final season. Learn more about the upcoming productions here!
Wedding Seat Tickets Released for MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL at Curve
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

Exclusive tickets have been released for the ultimate MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL experience at Leicester’s Curve theatre. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
OEDIPUS Adds Matinee For Under 30s With £10 Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

An additional performance has been added specifically for under 30s with all tickets at £10 for the West End run of the critically acclaimed Oedipus. Learn more here!
UNICORN Will Make Premiere at the Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

The world premiere of Mike Bartlett’s new play Unicorn, directed by James Macdonald, starring Nicola Walker (Polly), Stephen Mangan (Nick), and Erin Doherty (Kate), will debut at the Garrick Theatre.
MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL Original Australian Cast Recording to be Released In The UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2024

The original Australian cast recording of MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL has been released in the UK for the first time, offering fans a chance to experience the acclaimed production's music.
Photos: Mark Strong, Lesley Manville, and More Star In OEDIPUS West End
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2024

See first look photos of the West End run of Oedipus, a new adaptation created by Robert Icke after Sophocles including Mark Strong, Leslie Manville & More.
Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 30, 2024

The New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, opened on Broadway last night, Sunday, September 29th at the Broadhurst Theatre. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
Review Roundup: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA by Jez Butterworth Opens on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2024

The New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, opened on Broadway tonight, Sunday, September 29th at the Broadhurst Theatre. Check out what the critics had to say here!
THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Will Offer Lottery and Rush Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

The New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes is now playing on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre. The production has just announced its lottery and rush policies so you can get your hands on discount tickets!
Megan Ellis and More Will Lead UK Premiere of MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

Initial casting has been announced for the UK premiere production of MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL, which will run at Leicester’s Curve theatre Thursday 10 April to Saturday 10 May 2025.
DISCOSHOW, A Celebration Of The Beginnings Of Disco In Early 70s NYC, Opens On Las Vegas Strip
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2024

DISCOSHOW, celebrating the early 70s NYC disco scene, has opened on the Las Vegas Strip. The show highlights the origins of disco music and culture, bringing the vibrant era to life. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Broadway Cast in Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024

Get a first look at photos of the Broadway cast of The Hills of California in rehearsals here! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set For OEDIPUS Starring Mark Strong and Lesley Manville
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024

The full cast has been announced for the West End run of Oedipus, a new adaptation created by Robert Icke after Sophocles.
Manhattan Theatre Club Joins Production Team of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2024

Manhattan Theatre Club has joined the producing team of the Broadway premiere of The Hills of California, a new play by Jez Butterworth and directed by Sam Mendes.
Jez Butterworth's THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Reveals Full Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024

The complete Broadway cast has been announced for the New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes. Learn more about who will star in the production here!
Video: Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Explains the Story Behind the Play
by Joshua Wright - Jul 25, 2024

Watch as the cast of Jez Butterworth Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, talks about the story of the play. The production will open on Broadway for a limited engagement at the Broadhurst Theatre this fall.
THE MAD HATTER'S TEA PARTY Returns to the Linbury This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024

The Mad Hatter's Tea Party, a playful and surprising take on Lewis Carroll's classic tale Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, will return to the Royal Opera House's Linbury theatre from 4-24 September 2024.  
London Cast Will Reprise Roles in THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024

Initial casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes. Find out who is starring in the show here!
Tickets Go On Sale Next Week For Jez Butterworth's THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

Tickets will go on sale next week for the Broadway premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes. The general public will have access beginning Wednesday, June 26 at 10am EST. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Natasha Chivers been nominated for?

Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Prima Facie, Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Prima Facie, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Prima Facie, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for 1984, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Oresteia and Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Sunday In The Park With George.

What awards has Natasha Chivers won?

Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Prima Facie; Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Prima Facie; and Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Sunday In The Park With George.

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