With the goal of offering “the most elegant and intimate nightlife and superstar artist experiences in Las Vegas,” Voltaire at the Venetian’s ambitions went beyond captivating audiences with impressive scenic design on just the stage itself. Instead, a relatively basic Vegas showroom was transformed into a venue like no other.
The Broadway Technical Theatre History Project, a part of Purchase College, State University of New York, will present the Ninth Broadway technical ‘Backstage Legends and Masters Award’ to theater legend, William M. (Bill) Mensching on Monday, April 24, 2023. This free event is open to everyone, and will also be streamed live.
The Museum of Broadway, an immersive and interactive theatrical experience, has opened in New York City’s theater district. The Making of a Broadway Show exhibit was designed by Scenic Designer and Architect David Rockwell with Faye Armon-Troncoso serving as Set Decorator & Prop Supervisor. She spoke with Stage Directions in PLSN about her work in support of this thoughtful and deep diving look at the many people, roles and elements that bring a Broadway show to the stage. Featuring the work of dozens of designers, theater artists, and historians, the museum’s exploration of the past, present, and future of Broadway is receiving standing ovations from visitors.
Composer, producer and “rock star of film music” Hans Zimmer traveled through Europe this spring with his 19-piece band and an orchestra. Lightswitch LD John Featherstone and his team worked with an all-Robe moving light rig supplied by Satis & Fy.
The design for MJ: The Musical, which opened on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre on Feb. 3, was brought to life by scenic designer Derek McLane and lighting designer Natasha Katz with projection design by Peter Nigrini. Both Katz and McLane worked with PRG who provided the scenic, lighting, and automation for the highly anticipated production. Here Katz and McLane discuss their design solutions for the musical, which centers around the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour.