https://www.johnrainsforth.com/

John is a graduate of the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama 2011, now specialising in
lighting design for theatre and dance.
 
His work has been showcased around the world including, UK, Australia, China, Dubai, Abu Dhabi,
Thailand and Norway, amongst others.
 
Some of John's credits include; "Swan Lake on Ice" Bangkok, “Nutcracker on Ice” Italy, “Aladdin” Croydon,
“Cinderella: A Fairytale” Northern Stage,“Speakeasy” UK Tour, “Peter Pan On Ice” World Tour, 
“Some Enchanted Evening” Barn Theatre & Tour “Brotherhood” Alphabetti Theatre,
“Soapbox Racer” Alphabetti Theatre & many pantomimes for
The Customs House, South Shields & UK Productions
 
John is also a visiting Lighting Designer & Mentor at Guildford School of Acting
and selected designs for GSA include; "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", “Richard III”, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A Musical”
and “The Pirate Queen” amongst many others.

John is a proud member of
The Association for Lighting Production & Design & Equity
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Awards & Nominations
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2025 UK Pantomime Association Best Lighting Design | Mother Goose, The Customs House - Nominee
2023 Broadway Worlds Best Lighting Design | Shakespeare's R&J, Reading Rep - Nominee