(Read my technically-focused article in LIVEDESIGN)
I had no idea Shaw could be so hard to light- and so fun to watch!
Misalliance was brought to life by a wonderful team of professionals, led by the accomplished Kathleen Conlin who pulled strong performances out of every cast member. A play of ideas, Misalliance engaged me from my first reading and kept my attention riveted through the final performance. I went back night after night to see it- even when I was done with my work- because the team, including the wonderful cast, did such a great job.
And the lighting? A sunny Saturday afternoon can be quite a challenge, I discovered. But I got there eventually, sculpting the stage and providing the illumination. By the end, I had added instruments, used a dozen custom window gobos, added dimmers, and swapped out the light board. The show truly "shone" brightly- and would have, even without my work.
MISALLIANCE
Written by George Bernard Shaw
Directed by Kathleen Conlin
Richard Isackes, Scene Design
Alison Heryer, Costume Design
David K. Warfel, Lighting Design
Beth Parthum, Sound Design
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