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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).

Paul Russell Productions

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

Paul Russell 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

Paul Russell News


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.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Columbus Awards; RAGTIME, A CHRISTMAS STORY, Abbey Theater of Dublin & More Lead!


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Cher, Olivia Rodrigo & More Featured in ABC's JingleBall Special


The show will feature select performances by this year’s biggest artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, SZA, Niall Horan, OneRepublic, Sabrina Carpenter, Jelly Roll, Doechii, Paul Russell, Melanie Martinez, David Kushner, AJR, Pentatonix, Big Time Rush and a performance from Cher, including her smash hit “Believe,' celebrating its 25th anniversary.

BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; RAGTIME, A CHRISTMAS STORY, Columbus Children's Theatre & More Lead!


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Reneé Rapp, Green Day & More Join NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVE


Emmy Award-winning television personality Jeannie Mai will lead the Hollywood festivities, which will feature a chart-topping roster of artists: Aqua, Doechii, Ellie Goulding, Green Day, Janelle Monáe, Loud Luxury x Two Friends with Bebe Rexha, Ludacris, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Paul Russell, Reneé Rapp with Coco Jones and Thirty Seconds to Mars.

BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards December 5th Standings; RAGTIME Leads Best Musical!


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; A CHRISTMAS STORY Leads Best Play!


Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; KINKY BOOTS Leads Best Musical!


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

How to Watch the 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - Your Complete Guide!


Whether you plan to enjoy the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from the hustle and bustle of the sidewalks or the cozy comfort of your couch, we've got the full scoop on what to watch for, when to look for it, and how!

SHUCKED, SPAMALOT & More Set For Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Performances on NBC


The annual Thanksgiving Day celebration will feature a performance by music legend Cher and also features performances by Broadway’s “& Juliet,” “Back to the Future: The Musical,” “How To Dance In Ohio,” “Shucked” and “Spamalot,” with a special appearance by Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells of “Gutenberg! The Musical!” and much more.

Olivia Rodrigo, Usher, Nicki Minaj & More Join Jingle Ball Tour


The annual tour captures the music and holiday spirit on iHeartRadio stations across America and the iHeartRadio app with performances by this year’s biggest artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Usher, Nicki Minaj, SZA, Niall Horan, OneRepublic, AJR, Sabrina Carpenter, Miguel, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, NCT DREAM, Flo Rida and more.

Paul Russell FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Paul Russell been nominated for?

Paul Russell has been nominated for several awards for his work on "Farinelli and the King." These nominations include Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Lighting Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Best Lighting Design of a Play at the Tony Awards.

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