Neil Austin
Latest News on Neil Austin:
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD To Launch In Brazil And Netherlands (Dec 16, 2024)
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Launch in Brazil in 2025 & Netherlands in 2026 (Dec 16, 2024)
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical! (Dec 16, 2024)
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD To Launch In Brazil And Netherlands (Dec 16, 2024)
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Launch in Brazil in 2025 & Netherlands in 2026 (Dec 16, 2024)
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical! (Dec 16, 2024)
BIO
NEIL AUSTIN was the recipient of the 2019 Tony Award for Ink (Friedman); the 2018 Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Lyric); and the 2010 Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Red (Golden). He was also awarded the 2017 and 2011 Olivier Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Palace, West End) and The White Guard (National, London). His Broadway credits include Ink, Travesties, Hughie, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Evita, Red, Hamlet, The Seafarer and Frost/Nixon. Other work in the U.S. includes Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Curran, San Francisco), Macbeth (Park Avenue Armory), Julius Caesar (St. Ann’s Warehouse), The Night Alive (Atlantic), The Sunshine Boys (Ahmanson Theatre), Red and Parade (Mark Taper Forum).
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical)
Neil Austin, Leopoldstadt
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Neil Austin, Leopoldstadt
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Neil Austin, Company
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Neil Austin, Ink
winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Neil Austin, Ink
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play
Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
winner
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two
winner
Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Lighting Design
Neil Austin, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play
Neil Austin, Hughie
Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Lighting Design
Neil AustinThe Winter's Tale
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Neil Austin, Evita
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical)
Neil Austin, Evita
winner
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Lighting Design
Neil Austin, The White Guard
winner
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Lighting Design
Neil Austin, The White Guard
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Neil Austin, Red
winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Neil Austin, Red
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Lighting Design of a Play
Neil Austin, Hamlet
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Neil Austin, Hamlet
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Lighting Design
Neil AustinPiaf
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Lighting Design
Neil AustinNo Man's Land
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Lighting Design
Neil AustinThérèse Raquin
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lighting Design
Neil Austin, Frost/Nixon
Videos
Video: Britney Coleman Says COMPANY Tour Has Recouped Initial Investment
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 15, 2024
Video: First Look at Japanese Production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Joshua Wright - Jun 7, 2024
Video: Rob Ashford Discusses MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024
Video: Go Inside House Pride Nights at HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 30, 2024
VIDEO: Decorating the Lyric Theatre Christmas Tree with the Cast of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 23, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Stars Cara Ricketts and Aaron Bartz Decorate HARRY POTTER & THE CURSED CHILD Character Biscuits
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 23, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside Halloween Tuesdays with HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023
Video: Watch the All New Trailer For HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in the West End
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD's First Preview in Toronto
by Alan Henry - Jun 2, 2022
PHOTOS/VIDEO: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Opens in San Francisco; Get a First Look and Hear From J.K. Rowling!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2019
VIDEO: John Malkovich Talks BITTER WHEAT, His Career, and More With Neil Sean
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2019
VIDEO: Get a Look Backstage at HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD With James Snyder!
by Linnae Medeiros - Aug 1, 2019
TV: Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday With This CURSED CHILD Opening Night Throwback!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jul 31, 2019
VIDEO: J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack Thorne Discuss Creating HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2018
VIDEO: Daniel Radcliffe Explains Why He Won't See HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Stephi Wild - Nov 23, 2018
News
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD To Launch In Brazil And Netherlands
Two new international productions of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will launch in Brazil in 2025 and the Netherlands in 2026.
Two new international productions of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will launch in Brazil in 2025 and the Netherlands in 2026.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Launch in Brazil in 2025 & Netherlands in 2026
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will launch two new international productions of the multi award-winning play. In 2025 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will launch in Brazil, followed by the Netherlands in 2026. Learn more!
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will launch two new international productions of the multi award-winning play. In 2025 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will launch in Brazil, followed by the Netherlands in 2026. Learn more!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
TAMMY FAYE To Play Final Broadway Performance in December
The Almeida Theatre production of the new musical TAMMY FAYE will play its final Broadway performance in December. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets before it plays its final show.
The Almeida Theatre production of the new musical TAMMY FAYE will play its final Broadway performance in December. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets before it plays its final show.
Video: New HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Cast Takes Its First Broadway Bow
The new cast of witches and wizards of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway took their first bows on Broadway this week! See video of their first curtain call!
The new cast of witches and wizards of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway took their first bows on Broadway this week! See video of their first curtain call!
TAMMY FAYE Will Offer Digital Lottery and Student Rush Tickets
Tammy Faye will offer a digital lottery and student rush tickets for its Broadway run as two ways to get discounted tickets to see the new Elton John musical at the Palace Theatre. Digital lottery and student rush tickets are now available.
Tammy Faye will offer a digital lottery and student rush tickets for its Broadway run as two ways to get discounted tickets to see the new Elton John musical at the Palace Theatre. Digital lottery and student rush tickets are now available.
Photos: New Cast Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in London
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will welcome its new cast who take to the stage for their first performances at the Palace Theatre this week. Check out all new photos here!
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will welcome its new cast who take to the stage for their first performances at the Palace Theatre this week. Check out all new photos here!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Offer $25 Tickets Through Digital Scavenger Hunt
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is hosting a digital scavenger hunt, in which a handful of $25 tickets will be hidden throughout the show's ticketing site. Learn more about how to find the tickets, and learn about the production!
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is hosting a digital scavenger hunt, in which a handful of $25 tickets will be hidden throughout the show's ticketing site. Learn more about how to find the tickets, and learn about the production!
What We Know So Far About MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL on Broadway
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Matthew James Thomas and More Will Join HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
All new cast members are joining the Broadway company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, beginning performances at New York's Lyric Theatre on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Learn more about the cast here!
All new cast members are joining the Broadway company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, beginning performances at New York's Lyric Theatre on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Learn more about the cast here!
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Will Open on Broadway in 2025
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, the new musical from Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown, is headed to Broadway next year!
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, the new musical from Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown, is headed to Broadway next year!
COMPANY National Tour Begins Performnces Next Week at AT&T Performing Arts Center
COMPANY announced its Texas debut at the AT&T Performing Arts Center. The production will run from May 9-14, 2023, offering audiences a chance to experience the acclaimed musical in Dallas.
COMPANY announced its Texas debut at the AT&T Performing Arts Center. The production will run from May 9-14, 2023, offering audiences a chance to experience the acclaimed musical in Dallas.
Video: Britney Coleman Says COMPANY Tour Has Recouped Initial Investment
Britney Coleman reveals that the COMPANY tour has recouped its initial investment! Watch the announcement in the video here.
Britney Coleman reveals that the COMPANY tour has recouped its initial investment! Watch the announcement in the video here.
New Cast Members to Join HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
New cast members will join the Company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child from 15 October 2024. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
New cast members will join the Company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child from 15 October 2024. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set For TAMMY FAYE, Starring Katie Brayben, Christian Borle, and Michael Cerveris
The full company has been set for the acclaimed Broadway-bound musical TAMMY FAYE. Learn more about the full cast here!
The full company has been set for the acclaimed Broadway-bound musical TAMMY FAYE. Learn more about the full cast here!
Review: SHIFTERS, Duke of York's Theatre
An eloquent and very funny depiction of two young black British people, navigating their way through a waxing and waning relationship. It is a bittersweet, intelligent and exciting piece of theatre.
An eloquent and very funny depiction of two young black British people, navigating their way through a waxing and waning relationship. It is a bittersweet, intelligent and exciting piece of theatre.
Idris Elba, Maya Jama and Little Simz Join Producing Team of SHIFTERS in the West End
Award-winning actor Idris Elba, broadcaster and entrepreneur Maya Jama and Brit Award and Mercury Prize-winning musician and actor Little Simz have been announced as producers for the West End Transfer of Bush Theatre’s production of Shifters.
Award-winning actor Idris Elba, broadcaster and entrepreneur Maya Jama and Brit Award and Mercury Prize-winning musician and actor Little Simz have been announced as producers for the West End Transfer of Bush Theatre’s production of Shifters.
Sondheim & Furth's COMPANY Now Playing At Hollywood Pantages Theatre
Sondheim & Furth's COMPANY is now playing at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.
Sondheim & Furth's COMPANY is now playing at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.
Michael Cerveris Joins the Cast of TAMMY FAYE on Broadway as 'Jerry Falwell'
Two-time Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris will play Jerry Falwell in the Broadway production of the acclaimed musical TAMMY FAYE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Two-time Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris will play Jerry Falwell in the Broadway production of the acclaimed musical TAMMY FAYE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Neil Austin been nominated for?
Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Leopoldstadt, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Leopoldstadt, Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Company, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ink, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Ink, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Hughie, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for The Winter's Tale, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Evita, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for The White Guard, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for The White Guard, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Red, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Red, Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Hamlet, Outstanding Lighting Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Hamlet, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Piaf, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for No Man's Land, Best Lighting Design (Olivier Awards) for Thérèse Raquin and Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Frost/Nixon.
What awards has Neil Austin won?
Neil Austin has received numerous awards for his work in lighting design. He won the Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Ink. He also received the Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outstanding Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, both for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Additionally, he won the Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two, as well as Best Lighting Design at the Olivier Awards for both Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and The White Guard. Furthermore, he received Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Red and won the Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for Red.
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