Summary

In this episode of Curtains Up, host Rohan interviews lighting designer Grace McIntyre, who shares her journey into lighting design, the importance of collaboration in theatre, and her creative process. Grace discusses how she associates colors with characters, the challenges she faces in designing lighting for different productions, and offers advice for aspiring lighting designers. The conversation highlights the significance of lighting in enhancing the audience's experience and the collaborative nature of theatre production.

Takeaways

Lighting design can be one of the most overlooked yet powerful parts of a production.

Grace started in theatre acting before transitioning to lighting design.

She associates each character with a specific color to enhance storytelling.

Collaboration with directors and other designers is crucial for a successful production.

Actor safety is a key consideration in lighting design.

The audience's focus is influenced by what they see on stage.

Grace emphasizes the importance of asking for help and collaboration in learning.

Balancing school and lighting design can be challenging but rewarding.

Creating a signature lighting moment involves creativity and technical skill.

Grace dreams of designing lighting for musicals like Six and The Little Mermaid.