Jean Rosenthal (born Eugenia Rosenthal; March 16, 1912 – May 1, 1969)[1] is considered a pioneer in the field of theatrical lighting design. She was born in New York City to Romanian-Jewish immigrants.[2][3]
In the early part of the 20th century, the lighting designer was not a formalized position; the set designer or electrician handled the lighting of a production. Rosenthal helped make the lighting designer an integral member of the design team.[2] She also said that lighting "was a career in itself".[4] As well as particular lighting innovations, she created an atmosphere specific to the production, and she was in demand as a Broadway lighting designer.[5]
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