Applications for Howell Binkley Fellowship Program 2023 Accepted March 1 Through 17

Howell Binkley Fellowship has been established in co-operation with the Hemsley Lighting Programs to honor Binkley's legacy of mentorship to emerging lighting designers. Binkley had a tremendous career as a lighting designer that included 52 Broadway shows and two Tony awards for Jersey Boys and Hamilton.

The recipient of this fellowship will gain exposure to New York City based lighting designers and the theatrical lighting community. The three-month individualized course will be led by Ryan O'Gara and Amanda Zieve, two of Binkley's key associates of many years. They will help to develop the Fellows' technical skills as well as giving them practical advice on how to navigate the industry. This will include the opportunity to observe the tech of a Broadway, Regional, Opera, or Dance production at the tech table.

Binkley would always take the time to talk to young designers; he loved to hear their stories and help them anyway he could. This fellowship continues his efforts, providing the extra 'push' and assistance in fostering the next generation.

The ideal candidate must:

*Be 21 years of age or older
*Be a United States citizen
*Have at least 2 years of higher education or equivalent experience
*If currently in an education program, must be about to graduate.
--Recent graduates also may apply.
*Have a design background
*Desire to have a career in Theatrical Lighting
*Be proactive, reliable, hardworking, mature and a self-starter

Applicants must submit:

*Resume
*One-page statement addressing the follow questions:
--What drew you to Lighting Design?
--Why are you the ideal candidate for this mentorship?
--What do you hope to gain from this mentorship?
*Two letters of recommendation emailed directly to: BinkleyFellowship@gmail.com
*Website or Digital Portfolio

For more information, to apply or donate please visit the link below.

(28 February 2023)

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