Broadway Lighting Designer: How the Job Works, What They Make, and How to Break In

Lighting Designer Career

11/25/25

Go behind the scenes of Broadway with four-time Tony Award–winning Lighting Designer Kevin Adams. He breaks down what a theatre lighting designer actually does, the skills you need to get started, and the unexpected twists of his career path.

The jaw-dropper? Adams reveals how Broadway designers really make their big money—including income streams, payment structures, union and more.

Perfect for anyone curious about Broadway careers, creative jobs, and how much you can make in the performing arts.

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