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BIO

PAUL RUSSELL is a freelance lighting designer, project manager and candle expert. Credits include Exquisite Sister, Four Nights in Knaresborough (West Yorkshire Playhouse); Romeo and Juliet (Young Vic); M. Butterfly (Singapore Repertory Theatre); A Midsummer Night's Dream (world tour); Romeo and Juliet (Spoleto Festival); The Duchess of Malfi, L'Ormindo, Knight of the Burning Pestle, Farinelli and the King (Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, West End); Two Gentlemen of Verona (European tour).

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2013]
Production Manager
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Production Manager

Awards and Nominations

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

Paul Russell, Farinelli and the King

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lighting Design

Paul Russell, Farinelli and the King

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Lighting Design of a Play

Paul Russell, Farinelli and The King

News


ELTON ROHN Tribute Performance Comes To Raue Center In December

Experience the music of Elton John as tribute band ELTON ROHN performs at Raue Center on December 31, 2024, at 7 pm.
Paul Russell Releases Debut EP 'Again Sometime?'

Platinum recording artist Paul Russell has released his debut EP “Again sometime? ”The EP includes 3 new tracks along with “Slippin”, Russell’s most recent chart-climbing collab with global popstar Meghan Trainor, “Say Cheese,” “Eat Pray Love” and the song that started it all, “Lil Boo Thang.”
Paul Russell to Release Debut EP; Shares 'Homecoming' Single

Platinum recording artist Paul Russell has announced his debut EP Again sometime? Due out August 30th. In celebration of the announcement, Russell has also shared the introductory track to the EP, “Homecoming,” out now.
Meghan Trainor Releases 'Timeless (Deluxe)' With Three New Songs

GRAMMY® Award-winning hitmaker Meghan Trainor expands on her sixth full-length album, Timeless, with a brand new Deluxe Edition. The Deluxe includes three brand-new tracks. Listen to the deluxe album now!
Meghan Trainor Releasing 'Timeless (Deluxe)' Album

GRAMMY® Award-winning hitmaker Meghan Trainor will be releasing an expansion of her sixth full-length album, Timeless, with a brand new Deluxe Edition. The album will be available on August 16th.
Paul Russell and Meghan Trainor Release New Single 'Slippin''

Platinum recording artist Paul Russell has recruited GRAMMY Award-winning artist Meghan Trainor for their new track 'Slippin”. The release follows a busy top half of the year for Paul who kicked off 2024 with the release of acclaimed singles “Say Cheese,” and “Eat Pray Love.'
Video: Meghan Trainor Releases Music Video For New Song 'Whoops'

Fresh off the release of her 6th album, Timeless, GRAMMY® Award-winning hitmaker Meghan Trainor has released a music video for album track, “Whoops.' This fall, Meghan will be making her long-awaited return to stages for the Timeless Tour. Watch the new music video!
Meghan Trainor Releases Sixth Album 'Timeless'

GRAMMY® Award-winning hitmaker Meghan Trainor has released her sixth full-length album, Timeless. The 16-track record is pop perfection, complete with ballads, bops, and everything in between. This fall, Meghan will also be making her long-awaited return to stages for the Timeless Tour. Listen to the new album and check out the tour dates here!
Video: Meghan Trainor Takes Us 'To The Moon' In New Music Video

Meghan Trainor has delivered an out-of-this-world new music video for latest single, “To The Moon,” directed by VMA award winning Philip Lopez (Selena Gomez, Renee Rapp, Lauv) and she’s brought some friends along for the ride. During an intergalactic mission, Meghan gets help from Niecy Nash, Chris Olsen, Daryl Sabara, Riley Trainor, and Brookie & Jessie. Watch the video now!
Meghan Trainor Releases Single 'To The Moon' Ahead of New Album

The song paves the way for the arrival of her sixth full-length album, Timeless, out June 7 via Epic. The track, which Meghan considers her favorite on the album, builds towards an upbeat, dance music-inspired chorus with pounding bass as Meghan sings, “I got a spaceship, come get in it for the ride of your life.” Listen to the new song now!
Meghan Trainor Sets New Album & First Tour In 7 Years

Meghan Trainor is back with a new album and her first tour in seven years. The global superstar also releases her new single 'Been Like This' featuring T-Pain. Along with the album, Meghan has announced her highly-anticipated North American tour with special guests Natasha Bedingfield, Paul Russell, Ryan Trainor, and Chris Olsen.
Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance's FORBIDDEN BROADWAY'S GREATEST HITS

Get ready to laugh until your face hurts—Forbidden Broadway is coming to Lancaster!  In this legendary, iconic, and comic Off-Broadway hit musical revue, Broadway’s greatest musical legends meet Broadway’s greatest satirist in this hilarious, loving, and endlessly entertaining tribute to some of the theatre’s greatest stars and songwriters.
Photos: Inside the People's Choice Awards With Rachel Zegler, Halle Bailey & More

The people have spoken, and tonight NBC, Peacock and E! celebrated the best in movies, television, music, and pop culture, all chosen by the fans, during the 2024 “People’s Choice Awards.” Check out photos of Rachel Zegler, Halle Bailey, Adam Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, Billie Eilish, Ice Spice, Kylie Minogue, Erika Jayne, and more.
P1Harmony Drops First Album “때" (Killin' It)' With New Single

Presently rising on the Top 40 radio chart in the US, P1Harmony (피원하모니) (@P1H_official) competes on their own terms without compromise, as they official deliver their distinctive style on their first full-length studio album, “때깔 (Killin‘ It),” arriving three years and six “mini album” projects since their debut.
Paul Russell Reminds Us to Smile on New Track 'Say Cheese'

Rapper singer-songwriter Paul Russell shares his new track 'Say Cheese' and encourages listeners to celebrate life. “Say Cheese” follows Russell's highly acclaimed track “Lil Boo Thang'' which Billboard raved, “it is impossible to sit still when this infectious ditty comes on” and selected it on their 100 Best Songs of 2023: Staff Picks list.
Lana Del Rey, Renée Rapp & More Join Hangout Music Festival

The three-day beachfront event will also include Zach Bryan, Lana Del Rey, ODESZA, The Chainsmokers, Cage The Elephant, Dominic Fike, Renée Rapp, Subtronics, Jessie Murph, A Day To Remember, Dom Dolla, Doechii, Alison Wonderland, Nelly, Koe Wetzel, Megan Moroney, Sexyy Red, All Time Low, NLE Choppa, Chappell Roan, and more
LL COOL J & Cardi B Join NEW YEARS ROCKIN' EVE Lineup

Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning hip-hop icon LL COOL J, featuring DJ Z-Trip, will perform just before midnight from New York's Times Square as part of “Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024.” In addition, GRAMMY Award-winning female rap artist Cardi B will join the lineup from the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.
What to Watch on New Year's Eve - Cynthia Erivo, Reneé Rapp & More

As 2023 comes to a close, Broadway fans will be able to ring in the New Year with some of their favorite faces! Countdown to midnight with names like Cynthia Erivo, Ben Platt, Joaquina Kalukango, Reneé Rapp, Neil Patrick Harris, and more. Check out a full guide of what Broadway fans should watch on TV this New Year's Eve!
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Columbus Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus 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!
Megan Thee Stallion, Sabrina Carpenter & More to Perform in New York For NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE

The New York lineup for “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024,” the nation’s most-watched New Year’s Eve celebration, has been announced. Ryan Seacrest and his 2024 co-host, Rita Ora, will lead festivities from New York’s Times Square, with a lineup of Megan Thee Stallion, Jelly Roll, Sabrina Carpenter and Tyla.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Paul Russell been nominated for?

Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Farinelli and the King, Outstanding Lighting Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Farinelli and the King and Best Lighting Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Farinelli and The King.

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