Jean Rosenthal

Jean Rosenthal was a pioneering American lighting designer who revolutionized stage and theater lighting in the mid-20th century. She was among the first to consider lighting as a vital part of storytelling, using it creatively to set mood, focus attention, and enhance theatrical productions. Rosenthal worked on many significant Broadway shows and was influential in developing techniques that combined technical skill with artistic expression. Her innovations helped elevate lighting from mere utility to an essential element of theatrical design, making her a key figure in the history of theater production.