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Tour Production/Stage Manager - "Kaput" - Tom Flanagan (SA) / Critical Stages (Syd) - NT/VIC Sept 2019
Tour Production/Stage Manager for just a short fill-in for a few shows on this tour for Critical Stages. 2 Venues in the Northern Territory & Victoria 2019. Artist/Performer - Tom Flanagan, Producer - Melanie Carolan. I had to do all production, adjust lighting, run the audio in QLAB, and run the lighting live. Small, funny one man vaudville show with lots of crowd interaction. Kaput Critical Stages (Sydney) Tour Production Manager - "I Want To Know What Love Is" - The Good Room (Bris) / Critical Stages (Syd) - NSW/QLD/VIC Aug-Sept 2019 2nd Leg
Tour Production Manager for this tour for Critical Stages. 6 Venues around NSW, VIC, QLD, 5 weeks from Aug - Sep 2019. Artistic Director - Daniel Evans, Producer - Melanie Carolan, Jeremy Gordon - Stage Manager. Second leg of the 2019 National Tour, more larger cities, incl: Cairns, Gympie, Toowoomba, Wollongong, Melbourne and Geelong. I Want To Know What Love Is - Tour 2019 Critical Stages (Sydney) The Good Room (Brisbane) Tour Production Manager - "Jump First, Ask Later" - Powerhouse Youth Theatre (West Syd) / Force Majeure (Syd) / Performing Lines (Syd) - NSW/VIC/SA/WA May - June 2019
Tour Production Manager for this tour for Performing Lines. 14 Venues around NSW, VIC, SA and WA. Director - Byron Perry, Executive Producer - Marion Potts, Tour Directors/Rehearsals - Karen Therese / Larrisa McGowan, Harrison Grindle - Stage Manager, CAST - Dauntless Movement Crew DMC Jump First, Ask Later - Performing Lines Tour Site Jump First Ask Later Video Five Star Review Syd Morning Herald Tour Production Manager - "I Want To Know What Love Is" - The Good Room (Bris) / Critical Stages (Syd) - Regional NSW/QLD/WA/VIC Feb - Apr 2019
Tour Production Manager for this tour for Critical Stages. 13 (11) Venues around NSW, VIC, QLD and the Western Australia, 3months from Feb - Apr 2019. Artistic Director - Daniel Evans, Producer - Melanie Carolan, Jeremy Gordon - Stage Manager. I Want To Know What Love Is - Tour 2019 Critical Stages (Sydney) The Good Room (Brisbane) Stage Manager / White Rabbit - "Mad Hatter's Funatorium" - Sydney Opera House - New Zealand Tour - Dec 2018
I worked as the visible Stage Manager "White Rabbit". I worked with Artistic Director Mike Finch (Circus Oz 12yrs) and Anna Pidgeon Production Manager. This is the 3rd tour and 4th season of Hatter's Funhouse! I added to the tour responsibilities and drove the Tour set truck (3tonne) for Auckland Live, under contract, to Christchurch and returned. Producer - Usha Bhana, AucklandLive Mad Hatters Auckland Mad Hatters Christchurch Tour Production Manager - "Letters To Lindy" - Merrigong Theatre Company - IPAC Wollongong 2018
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Live Music Lighting - "CD Launch" - The Escalators - 2016
I worked as lighting designer and operator for The Escalators CD launch for "From The Hip", which has gone on to have its lead single (which I did the music video for [see the video section]) reach No.1 on the Triple J Unearthed - Roots Charts in its second week of release. The CD launch was sold out @ The Milton Theatre, and I also videoed the launch, here is the live music video that came from the launch "Get Hip" : www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MIk-G4Ah2g
I worked as lighting designer and operator for The Escalators CD launch for "From The Hip", which has gone on to have its lead single (which I did the music video for [see the video section]) reach No.1 on the Triple J Unearthed - Roots Charts in its second week of release. The CD launch was sold out @ The Milton Theatre, and I also videoed the launch, here is the live music video that came from the launch "Get Hip" : www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MIk-G4Ah2g
Spotlight Operator - "The Producers" - SopOpera - IPAC Wollongong 2016
I worked on the lighting and staging team at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong. An elaborate production of The Producers, with lots of flying sets, motorised sets, and a full live orchestra in the pit. I worked on the lighting rigging crew and as a spotlight operator for the duration of the season.
I worked on the lighting and staging team at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong. An elaborate production of The Producers, with lots of flying sets, motorised sets, and a full live orchestra in the pit. I worked on the lighting rigging crew and as a spotlight operator for the duration of the season.
Technical Installer - "Paddy Bog Wog" - Lost Paradise Festival 2016
I was the Technical Installer/Production Assistant for Enda Murray with his act for the Lost Paradise Festival in the Children's area. Enda is a Children's interactive performer and singer, we also ran Children's Karaoke, and a Children's Cinema after hours, as part of the Children's Festival.
I managed all the technical aspects of the PA, microphones and audio, as well as projector and screen setup for the Children's Cinema area.
I was the Technical Installer/Production Assistant for Enda Murray with his act for the Lost Paradise Festival in the Children's area. Enda is a Children's interactive performer and singer, we also ran Children's Karaoke, and a Children's Cinema after hours, as part of the Children's Festival.
I managed all the technical aspects of the PA, microphones and audio, as well as projector and screen setup for the Children's Cinema area.
Lighting Tech/Staging - "The Dancers Company Triple Bill" - Australian Ballet - IPAC Wollongong 2015
I worked on the lighting team and staging at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong. It was a triple classical bill of SWAN LAKE ACT III / PAQUITA / RIMBOMBO
I worked on the lighting team and staging at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong. It was a triple classical bill of SWAN LAKE ACT III / PAQUITA / RIMBOMBO
Workshops & Creative Space Coordinator - "Viva La Gong" - Wollongong City Council Cultural Festival Nov 2015
I worked as Workshops & Creative Space Coordinator for the layout, workshops stalls setup of the festival, and pack down, for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council. During the day heading up a trouble shooting and OHS team that looked after all of the artists and workshop stalls and general unit manager duties, power needs, on call for emergencies and looking after extra responsibilities that came up during the day. Managed a team of volunteers, and worked with safe set-up and escort of vehicles entering and leaving the park.
I worked as Workshops & Creative Space Coordinator for the layout, workshops stalls setup of the festival, and pack down, for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council. During the day heading up a trouble shooting and OHS team that looked after all of the artists and workshop stalls and general unit manager duties, power needs, on call for emergencies and looking after extra responsibilities that came up during the day. Managed a team of volunteers, and worked with safe set-up and escort of vehicles entering and leaving the park.
Lighting Tech/Staging - "Country Song" - The Queensland Theatre Company - IPAC Wollongong 2015
I worked on the lighting team and staging at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong. the fictionalised re-telling of the story of Jimmy Little.
I worked on the lighting team and staging at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong. the fictionalised re-telling of the story of Jimmy Little.
Coordinator/Technical Manager/Installer - "Digital Art Projections" - Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council Mar/Apr 2015
I worked as the Coordinator/Curator/Technical Manager and Installer of this 3 day Digital Art Public Exhibition for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council. I sent out Expressions of Interests for artists, sorted paperwork and organisation for the Exhibition, was part of the selection Committee Panel, organised technical aspects of the exhibition (7m x 5m Blow Up Screen), large-scale projector. Supervised overall installation, and personally installed all power aspects, cabling, projector and sound system. The Exhibition ended up 11 Digital Artists/Production Groups submitting new works from local areas (8), National areas (2), International (1), and 2 digital artworks selected from previous WCC Cultural events (total 13 works) approx 1hr, which was looped 3 times (3hrs total) on each exhibition night in April 2015.
I worked as the Coordinator/Curator/Technical Manager and Installer of this 3 day Digital Art Public Exhibition for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council. I sent out Expressions of Interests for artists, sorted paperwork and organisation for the Exhibition, was part of the selection Committee Panel, organised technical aspects of the exhibition (7m x 5m Blow Up Screen), large-scale projector. Supervised overall installation, and personally installed all power aspects, cabling, projector and sound system. The Exhibition ended up 11 Digital Artists/Production Groups submitting new works from local areas (8), National areas (2), International (1), and 2 digital artworks selected from previous WCC Cultural events (total 13 works) approx 1hr, which was looped 3 times (3hrs total) on each exhibition night in April 2015.
Stalls Manager - "Viva La Gong" - Wollongong City Council Cultural Festival Nov 2014
I worked as Stalls Manager for the layout, entire stalls setup of the festival, and pack down, for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council. During the day heading up a trouble shooting and OHS team that looked after all of the stall holders, food stalls, marketeers and general unit manager duties, power needs, on call for emergencies and looking after extra responsibilities that came up during the day. Managed a team of volunteers, and worked with safe set-up and escort of vehicles entering and leaving the park.
I worked as Stalls Manager for the layout, entire stalls setup of the festival, and pack down, for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council. During the day heading up a trouble shooting and OHS team that looked after all of the stall holders, food stalls, marketeers and general unit manager duties, power needs, on call for emergencies and looking after extra responsibilities that came up during the day. Managed a team of volunteers, and worked with safe set-up and escort of vehicles entering and leaving the park.
Lighting Programmer & Operator - Drama Studio - Youth Annual Performance - IPAC Wollongong Nov 2014
I worked as Lighting Operator at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong, for the large In-house Drama Studio - Youth Annual Performance. Nov 2014
I worked as Lighting Operator at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong, for the large In-house Drama Studio - Youth Annual Performance. Nov 2014
Audio Operator - "The Importance of Being Earnest" - IPAC Wollongong Sep 2014
I worked as Audio Operator at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong, for the Touring Show of The Importance Of Being Earnest by the South Australian State Theatre Company, I was also involved with the rigging and staging of the show. Sep 2014
I worked as Audio Operator at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong, for the Touring Show of The Importance Of Being Earnest by the South Australian State Theatre Company, I was also involved with the rigging and staging of the show. Sep 2014
Lighting Tech/Staging - "Peppa Pig" - IPAC Wollongong 2014
I worked on the lighting team and staging at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong, for the touring show of Peppa Pig, popular British children's TV Show. June 2014
I worked on the lighting team and staging at IPAC (Illawarra Performing Arts Centre) in Wollongong, for the touring show of Peppa Pig, popular British children's TV Show. June 2014
Stage Manager - "Viva La Gong" - Wollongong 2013
I worked as Stage Manager on the Round Stage (Music Stage) for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council, as well as running some community demos, and workshops. Nov 2013.
I worked as Stage Manager on the Round Stage (Music Stage) for Cultural Services - Wollongong City Council, as well as running some community demos, and workshops. Nov 2013.
Festival Director / Stage Manager - "Globe Laneway Festival" - 2013
I produced the entire festival, and created the inaugural lane way festival in Wollongong. Sourced all funding, liaised with Wollongong Council, Destination Wollongong, Licensing - Police, all the businesses involved, curated all the bands that played (handpicked for maximum event vibe), Organised key community heads to help organise the Art & Clothing Markets, some food stalls, and also liaising with the cafes within the lane to have everything work well on the day, and for some of the cafes to also run entertainment after the festival finished so the place didn't just closed down straight away after the festival. See the Pics below:
https://www.facebook.com/Globelanewayfestival
pictures @: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1416431771920875.1073741829.1410618029168916&type=1
I produced the entire festival, and created the inaugural lane way festival in Wollongong. Sourced all funding, liaised with Wollongong Council, Destination Wollongong, Licensing - Police, all the businesses involved, curated all the bands that played (handpicked for maximum event vibe), Organised key community heads to help organise the Art & Clothing Markets, some food stalls, and also liaising with the cafes within the lane to have everything work well on the day, and for some of the cafes to also run entertainment after the festival finished so the place didn't just closed down straight away after the festival. See the Pics below:
https://www.facebook.com/Globelanewayfestival
pictures @: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1416431771920875.1073741829.1410618029168916&type=1
Theatre Play - "The Listies 6D" - Illawarra Performing Arts Centre 2013
I worked as the audio operator alongside the touring shows cue operator. Great kids, tweens and young at heart show, plenty on gross humour, and humour for the adults too. Lots of off script moments in each show to keep the techs on their toes. I controlled all the audio, radio mics, and links to the cue lab computer.
Theatre Play - "Earth Dreamed" - Bushland Chapel Theatre, Helensburgh 2012
I worked as Lighting Designer and operator. This is a multiform work, told in 2 Acts. It offers a distinct innovative style fusing precise movement, performed poetry, projected and staged images, music and song, and recorded video and voice. Totally distinct Acts, but with surprisingly similar themes and motivations.
Act 1 - “Walk in Beauty” is a stunng new multiform work, exploring music, movement, poetry and imagery. This is a celebration of the earth and humanity, with images of South Australian printmaker Janet Ayliffe, and performance by Branden Christine. She is artistic director of Burn International which performed at the Adelaide Fringe in 2012.
“Stars Falling” is a revised short extract from the acclaimed play “Tales of Kabbarli”. It reveals an unexpected insight into the character of Daisy Bates, the wife of Breaker Morant, who lived among outback tribes for decades. It will be performed by Robina Beard, who is a distinquished Australian entertainer.
Act 1 - “Walk in Beauty” is a stunng new multiform work, exploring music, movement, poetry and imagery. This is a celebration of the earth and humanity, with images of South Australian printmaker Janet Ayliffe, and performance by Branden Christine. She is artistic director of Burn International which performed at the Adelaide Fringe in 2012.
“Stars Falling” is a revised short extract from the acclaimed play “Tales of Kabbarli”. It reveals an unexpected insight into the character of Daisy Bates, the wife of Breaker Morant, who lived among outback tribes for decades. It will be performed by Robina Beard, who is a distinquished Australian entertainer.
Live Music Lighting - Hoodoo Gurus - Dig It Up Invitational 2012
I worked as Lighting Operator on all the support acts on the festival at the Enmore Theatre Stage, including The Sonics (USA), Red Kross, Died Pretty, The Fleshtones (USA), The Hard Ons,. Unfortunately the Hoodoo Gurus and there secret surprise band (The Sunnyboys) had there own lighting guy... I got to watch though...
I worked as Lighting Operator on all the support acts on the festival at the Enmore Theatre Stage, including The Sonics (USA), Red Kross, Died Pretty, The Fleshtones (USA), The Hard Ons,. Unfortunately the Hoodoo Gurus and there secret surprise band (The Sunnyboys) had there own lighting guy... I got to watch though...
Theatre Play - "Somewhere South" - Thirroul Excelsior Hall, Thirroul 2011
I worked as the lighting designer and operator on this short run play, about D.H Lawrence's experiences of his 12 week stay in Australia. Writer/Director - Geoff Sykes, Starring: Tim Allen, Susan Kennedy, Brad Wieghtman and Lisa McDonel. Also featuring the artworks(via projections and set) of renown painter Garry Shead - Inspired by the D.H Lawrence book "Kangaroo" and G.H Lawrence's other Australian experiences.
"‘Somewhere South’ retells the visit of the eminent English novelist, D.H.Lawrence, to Thirroul, NSW, in 1922. In a brief 11 week stay at the “Wyework” seaside cottage he wrote the novel “Kangaroo”, and managed to capture episodes and characters in left and right wing politics, as well as striking images of the coastal landscape and its people."
A very captivating and unexpected show, sure to be mounted again as a larger production.
"‘Somewhere South’ retells the visit of the eminent English novelist, D.H.Lawrence, to Thirroul, NSW, in 1922. In a brief 11 week stay at the “Wyework” seaside cottage he wrote the novel “Kangaroo”, and managed to capture episodes and characters in left and right wing politics, as well as striking images of the coastal landscape and its people."
A very captivating and unexpected show, sure to be mounted again as a larger production.
Theatre Play - "The Schelling Point" - Old Fitzroy Theatre, Woolloomooloo, Sydney 2010
I worked as the lighting designer and operator for the majority of the 4 week run 2010. Writer - Ron Elisha, Director - Sarah Goodes, Producer - Jennifer Campbell. Starring: David Callan, Daniel Cordeaux, Jonathan Elsom, Andrew Henry, Jamie McGregor, Marshall Napier and introducing Miss Lauren La Rouge
What happens when two parties are unable to communicate and reach a common ground? What happens when the stakes are so high the future of the world depends on it? All’s fair in love and war, or so they say. But when the players are John F Kennedy, Stanley Kubrick, Tom Schelling, Peter Sellers, Frank Sinatra and a Cuban Missile Crisis, the outcome is anything but expected.
A fun and rewarding production with great reviews and sell out shows
What happens when two parties are unable to communicate and reach a common ground? What happens when the stakes are so high the future of the world depends on it? All’s fair in love and war, or so they say. But when the players are John F Kennedy, Stanley Kubrick, Tom Schelling, Peter Sellers, Frank Sinatra and a Cuban Missile Crisis, the outcome is anything but expected.
A fun and rewarding production with great reviews and sell out shows
Music Festival - "The Sounds Unsound Experimental Music Festival", Sydney 2010
I worked as Lighting technician on the entire festival, working with each artist and the coordinators to create mood with each crazy act.
The Sounds UnSound Festival is a one-day event , focusing on the experimental, improvised, noise, and left-field musical fringe of Sydney and beyond. Curated by local musicians Matthew Syres and Dirk Kruith of from Forenzics, and presented by Cadence Commotions, 10 unique acts will be appearing at the festival. Artists include Japanese noise maestro Defektro, Chippendale improv group The nHOMEas, local circuit-benders Toydeath, audio-visualists Infinite Decimals, bass/drum duo The BZNZZ, Prehistoric Fuckin' Moron(s), Scissor Lock, and more
http://www.myspace.com/thesoundsunsoundfestival
The Sounds UnSound Festival is a one-day event , focusing on the experimental, improvised, noise, and left-field musical fringe of Sydney and beyond. Curated by local musicians Matthew Syres and Dirk Kruith of from Forenzics, and presented by Cadence Commotions, 10 unique acts will be appearing at the festival. Artists include Japanese noise maestro Defektro, Chippendale improv group The nHOMEas, local circuit-benders Toydeath, audio-visualists Infinite Decimals, bass/drum duo The BZNZZ, Prehistoric Fuckin' Moron(s), Scissor Lock, and more
http://www.myspace.com/thesoundsunsoundfestival
Theatre Play - "Return of the Little Prince" - The Chapel Theatre, Helensburgh 2010
I worked on the play as the tech, lighting/audio visual operator in 2010. The play contained live musicians, projections and live action.
In this beautiful retelling and sequel to the classical French story, the Little Prince leaves his planet and returns to Earth. Themes of climate and the Earth are mixed with fun and over an hour of outstanding new musical composition, song and fast paced acting. Writer Director is Geoffery Sykes. The Play's first season was completed at The Chapel Theatre, Helensburgh.
In this beautiful retelling and sequel to the classical French story, the Little Prince leaves his planet and returns to Earth. Themes of climate and the Earth are mixed with fun and over an hour of outstanding new musical composition, song and fast paced acting. Writer Director is Geoffery Sykes. The Play's first season was completed at The Chapel Theatre, Helensburgh.
Theatre Play - "Tom's Women" - The Playhouse, Mittagong 2009
I worked as lighting designer and operator for the entire short season of the play. A play inspired by the paintings of Tom Roberts. "Tom's Women" gave us an absolutely new perspective of Tom Robert's artistic works. How many have seen the 9 year old girl in 'Shearing the Rams', which was so cleverly portrayed through Robina's eloquent description and the masterful projections. The genuine, sincere portrayal by Robina of the Aboriginal Woman even down to her accent paid credit to her memory and to the process of reconciliation in this country. The play honoured Australia, along with its pioneering women. This elegant show has previously been done at the Art Gallery of NSW. It features legendary entertainer Robina Beard. Supported by well known local singer Lara Pigott and accomplished Wollongong cellist Ilir Merxhusi. Written by Geoffrey Sykes.
Theatre Play - "Colder" - The Stables Theatre, Sydney 2008
I worked on the play as the Lighting Designer and Operator. The play ran for a full season at The Stables Theatre, Kings Cross Sydney, The Griffin Theatre Company in 2008
"Colder, is a powerful exploration of the events surrounding a child and a man gone missing. Colder won the R.E Ross Trust Award and was short-listed for the 2007 Griffin Award. Inspired by the unexplained disappearance of Simon Knight in 2005, Colder is a unique contemporary Sydney story. A young boy is separated from his mother and goes missing in Disneyland. Adrift in the artificial world of giant mice and noisy parades, nobody can account for what happened in the seven frantic hours before he was found. Years later his life seems normal; stable; happy. But something about that day haunts him. Something about that day remains unresolved. And then, he disappears again"
"Colder, is a powerful exploration of the events surrounding a child and a man gone missing. Colder won the R.E Ross Trust Award and was short-listed for the 2007 Griffin Award. Inspired by the unexplained disappearance of Simon Knight in 2005, Colder is a unique contemporary Sydney story. A young boy is separated from his mother and goes missing in Disneyland. Adrift in the artificial world of giant mice and noisy parades, nobody can account for what happened in the seven frantic hours before he was found. Years later his life seems normal; stable; happy. But something about that day haunts him. Something about that day remains unresolved. And then, he disappears again"
Unima World Puppetry Festival - Perth Town Hall, Perth 2008
I worked as the Head Technician Lighting/Audio/Audio Visual Operator on the Transit Stage, Perth Town Hall. I worked with many world class puppetry production houses from all over the world. I took care of all aspect of the performances, which were usually 3-8 groups per day for 12 days. I worked with them for cueing and rehearsals in the afternoons and then performances each evening on a rolling schedule that changed performances each day. Some were taster performances of larger shows others were shows in their own right. Was an amazing gig!
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Theatre Play - "Signal Of The Real" - National Gallery, Canberra 2007
I worked as the tech and lighting/audio visual operator on a play called "Signals Of The Real" which ran in conjunction with the 20 year retrospective of the James Gleeson, one of Australia's Premiere Surrealists. The writer and director of the play is Geoffery Sykes. It was an surreal play with a actor, musician, dancer and a philosopher interacting with projections. It ran as supplemental experience to be seen before you went into the exhibition.
Theatre Play - "Tales of Kabbarli" - 313 Theatrette, Wollongong 2007
I worked on the play as the Lighting Designer and Operator. The play ran for a full short season at TheTheatrette, 313 Theatre, Coniston. This was a one person play starring Robina Beard as "Daisy Bates" a reknown documentor of aboriginal cultures in south Australia in the 1800s.
Studio Gimli (Spirited Away etc) Orchestra Performances - Sydney Town Hall, Sydney 2006
I was a live feed camera operator on the performances of the Studio Gimli Orchestra at the Sydney Town Hall in 2006. The session was vision switched to the live projector at the performance, but was also recorded for later use.
Theatre Play - "My Place, My Space" - Powerhouse Youth Theatre & Sliced Bread Attraction, 2007
I was Production Manager / Technical Operator of this play. Director was Alison Richardson of Sliced Bread Attraction, who does amazing work with people with disabilities.
For over a year and a half the My Space, My Place project explored this concept with over 60 people with a disability engaging them in various art forms such as music, puppetry, performance, sound, design and photography. The project worked in four stages and spanned the whole of Western Sydney from the Blue Mountains right down to Fairfield. Which culminated in a play that showed to sold out shows to the public over 3 nights in 2007.
For over a year and a half the My Space, My Place project explored this concept with over 60 people with a disability engaging them in various art forms such as music, puppetry, performance, sound, design and photography. The project worked in four stages and spanned the whole of Western Sydney from the Blue Mountains right down to Fairfield. Which culminated in a play that showed to sold out shows to the public over 3 nights in 2007.
Theatre Play - "Political Fiction" - Old Fitzroy Theatre, Sydney 2006
I worked as the Lighting Designer/Operator on this play. Director - Robina Beard, Writer - Geoffery Sykes, Actors - Kerry Casey, Sarah Doyle, Mark Kay and Karen Cobham
Political Fiction, by Geoffrey Sykes, is a parable of Australia now, in which hope and despair are pitted against each other... with surprising results. A disgruntled member of the government, a young singer and a free thinking staffer in Foreign Affairs. Their journey, through sex, power, intrigue, betrayal and - finally - clear vision, is a graphic exploration of what faces us all in our fallible attempts to relate to the wider world.
I worked as the Lighting Designer/Operator on this play. Director - Robina Beard, Writer - Geoffery Sykes, Actors - Kerry Casey, Sarah Doyle, Mark Kay and Karen Cobham
Political Fiction, by Geoffrey Sykes, is a parable of Australia now, in which hope and despair are pitted against each other... with surprising results. A disgruntled member of the government, a young singer and a free thinking staffer in Foreign Affairs. Their journey, through sex, power, intrigue, betrayal and - finally - clear vision, is a graphic exploration of what faces us all in our fallible attempts to relate to the wider world.
Royal Military Tattoo - Sydney Cricket Ground, 2006
I was one of 12 spotlight operators on the Royal Military Tattoo at the Sydney Cricket ground. Was a massive international show, featuring many bands from around the world.
Stage Manager Villawood Festival of Unity, Villawood 2005
Stage managed the festival and meet many varied and wonderful performers. Pictured the 9Lives Le Parkour Troupe, who have now gone on to much bigger an better things.
Theatre Play - "Divine Places" - Powerhouse Youth Theatre, Sydney 2005
I was lighting and audio operator on this play about youth, religion and growing up. Written by Alana Valentine, and directed by Katrina Douglas. I also completed video and a DVD for this project.
Myer Fashion Week Spring Launch, Sydney 2005
Spot light Operator for the Myer's Spring Launch. Production values were high... no expense spared, launch took place at the Sydney Theatre Company main theatre.
Theatre Play - "Cabramatta Story" - Powerhouse Youth Theatre Regional Tour, NSW 2004
I was head tech and bus driver on the Cabramatta Story regional tour, after a successful run in Sydney the theatre play toured regionally in NSW, Australia. From setting up the show completely in country halls to sending lighting plots ahead to the Canberra Youth Theatres tech to preset everything for us. We travelled to Young, Junee, Wagga Wagga, Baltow and Canberra.
The play was written by Khao Do (Young Australian of the Year 2005), and directed by Katrina Douglas.
The play was written by Khao Do (Young Australian of the Year 2005), and directed by Katrina Douglas.
Planet X Channel 10 - X-Trials NSW 2000-01
In 2000 and 2001 I worked with Planet X (Planet X Games, Planet X Channel 10 TV Show, X Mag) and was the production coordinator for all the on the ground X-Trials that occurred in NSW. In 2000 it was 8 events in Sydney(4) and statewide (4 - Grafton, Newcastle, Bathurst and Wollongong). In 2001 it was only 5 events, Sydney (4) and Wollongong. These events' winners in each category (Skateboard, Inline, BMX) won a wild card entry into the X-Games for that year. I conducted all the events on-site; organised support organisations, registration, PA Systems and DJs, Judges and liaison with head office.
In 2000 and 2001 I worked with Planet X (Planet X Games, Planet X Channel 10 TV Show, X Mag) and was the production coordinator for all the on the ground X-Trials that occurred in NSW. In 2000 it was 8 events in Sydney(4) and statewide (4 - Grafton, Newcastle, Bathurst and Wollongong). In 2001 it was only 5 events, Sydney (4) and Wollongong. These events' winners in each category (Skateboard, Inline, BMX) won a wild card entry into the X-Games for that year. I conducted all the events on-site; organised support organisations, registration, PA Systems and DJs, Judges and liaison with head office.
Live Music Lighting - Freelance
I have worked with many bands and venues over the years as lighting operator. Some include Hoodoo Gurus 25th Anniversary Festival, Preshrunk, Swervedriver, Tumbleweed, Heifer, The Sounds Unsound Music Festival, Redsands, Bionic Beat Boy & the $6million Society, Jekyl Switch, Tourettes, The Strange, Defektro, The Tracks, Iron Jack, Tim Ireland. Venues include: The Metro - Sydney, The Enmore Theatre, Bar Broadway, The Annandale, The Gaelic Club, Surry Hills Excelsior, The Bald Faced Stag, The Hopetoune Hotel.
I have also worked crew on most venues in Sydney from ACER ARENA, Sydney Entertainment Centre, Darling Harbour Convention Centre, State Theatre, Hordern Pavillion, Enmore Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company, and many smaller techie gigs and corporates.
I have also worked crew on most venues in Sydney from ACER ARENA, Sydney Entertainment Centre, Darling Harbour Convention Centre, State Theatre, Hordern Pavillion, Enmore Theatre, Sydney Theatre Company, and many smaller techie gigs and corporates.