This show has a
different flow to the story that is more transitional in the telling than the
other shows I have designed. It will be a challenge to express that
transition throughout both acts creating the tone the actors need for the
telling of this story.
2. What shows
have you designed that are memorable for you?
I have only recently
been designing the lights for shows here at Imagination Theater for the last
year, so all of the shows I have designed are memorable in their own way - each
with its own special requirements and nuances. For a new designer, the
first show is always your most memorable since it is an expression of the
directors vision through the skills you have developed either in your education
or apprenticeship with the tools you have on hand to bring that show to
life. Without you, the actors are performing their craft in the dark.
3. What advice
would you have for people interested in helping with lights and running lights
during a show?
Sometimes when you are
in the booth, it seems that you are disconnected and apart from the show, which
is not true. You are a part in the show - so be a part in the show and
make sure you hit all of your queues. The cast is depending upon you to
play your part as much as any other actor on the stage and help make the show a
success.
4. What other
hobbies do you enjoy in your busy life?
My wife and I are
members of the Girl Scouts where I teach Boating Safety using Canoes, and I
teach Archery. I volunteer for a number of Veteran organizations and
utilize my Information Technology background to assist in web design and
computer training. I am in the process of developing and running a
role-playing game for some friends which is going to start in a few
weeks.
5. You've acted
on stage as well as designed. Any other roles in theater you'd like to explore?
Since my first role
on-stage in Camelot, I have worked in many of the jobs or roles that can be
offered here at Imagination Theater because I want to get the whole Theater
Experience. I will probably not make a good costumer since I do not know
my way around a sewing machine. At sometime in the future, I would like
to direct a show - however I do not have anything specific in mind as
yet. I would like to do a more in-depth exploration in Producing where I
can utilize my organizational and communication skills not needed on-stage to make
a show successful from inception to the final curtain call. I had the
opportunity to be the assistant producer in Deathtrap and loved
being on the inside of that production.
To get involved behind the scene in SouthFork Confessions, please contact the theater at 530-642-0404.
