• A picture of the cover of the book Performance Lighting Design, written by Nick Moran
    Performance Lighting Design, 2nd Edition
    Photographer: Patrick Baldwin |
  • a picture of the cover of the book The Right Light by Nick Moran
    The Right Light - based in interviews with 19 contemporary theatre lighting designers working in the UK
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    © Border Crossings Theatre Company Suppliants of Syria at Hoxton Hall, for Border Crossings Theatre Company
    Photographer: John Cobb |

    Nick Moran

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    Biography

    Freelance Theatre Maker and Educator, based in London. 

    My Production and Lighting Design career spans Theatre, Concert Touring and Events, from Fringe to Main House, Festivals, Arenas and Stadiums

    I led the BA(hons) Lighting Design and BA(hons) Production Lighting programmes at CSSD London from 2023 to 2026, and continue to teach on an ad-hoc basis.

    I have delivered master-classes across Europe, and led public seminars at The PLASA Show, PLASA Focus, The ABTT Theatre Show, and the USITT Conference.  

    Author of:

    The Right Light, based on interviews with contemporary lighting designers, published by Macmillan International [https://www.macmillanihe.com/page/detail/The-Right-Light/?K=9781137334770]

    Performance Lighting Design [2nd Edition] published by Methuen Drama [https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/performance-lighting-design-9781350017092/]

    Electric Shadows - an introduction to video & projection design on stage published by ET Books [https://www.etbooks.co.uk/product/electric-shadows-9781904031734]

    More information about my personal or professional identity:

    Senior Lecturer in Production & Design for Live Events and Theatre, with over 20 years’ experience developing and delivering high quality Undergraduate outreach programmes.
    Skilled in fostering collaborative, respectful, and sustainable practices that promote excellent Health, Safety, and Welfare.
    Strong advocate of approaches that embrace diversity and inclusion. Author of three textbooks including Performance Lighting Design.
    International interviewer, presenter, panel chair and guest speaker.


    Key Skills & Expertise
    Very experienced teacher of Production & Design for Live Events
    Excellent record of producing high quality, industry relevant training, for introductory and pre-entry
    level through to Masters candidates Strong record of supporting and developing sta􀆯 and freelance teachers and mentors
    Health & safety leadership and training for production environments, including theatre stages &
    workshops, temporary electrical installations, rigging, and working at height
    History of working as a Production Electrician, Lighting Designer and Production Manager
    Extensive record of stakeholder engagement and developing external partnerships
    Long standing advocate for sustainable and low-carbon technical practice

    View my CV:

    Specialisms

    Theatre:
    • International
    • Commercial Tour
    • Regional (Studio)
    • Small Scale Touring
    • Fringe / Pub Theatre
    • Touring relights
    • Projection / Video Design
    Musical:
    • International
    • Commercial Tour
    • Regional (Studio)
    • Small Scale / Fringe
    • Education Establishment
    • Touring relights
    • Projection / Video Design
    Opera:
    • International
    • Large scale
    • Small scale
    • Touring relights
    • Projection / Video Design
    Concert:
    • Arena Touring
    • Stage Touring
    • Club
    • Projection / Video / Content Design
    Corporate:
    • Conferences
    • Exhibition Stands
    • Fashion Shows
    • Product Launches
    • Award Ceremonies
    • Open Air Events
    Non-professional:
    • Musicals
    • Projection / Video Design
    Education:
    • Lectures
    • Workshops
    • Training

    Availability

    Previous productions

    Show name Type Venue/Company Role Creative Team Opened
    Performance Lighting Design Theatre Macmillan International Lighting Designer
    The Right Light? Theatre Palgrave Macmillan Lighting Designer
    Contact method Details
    Website http://www.nickmoranlighting.com
    Email address nm@nickmoranlighting.com
    Website https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick...