Drama 16 Stage Lighting

Fall Sunset in Vermont 

Lighting Instruments:

SL boom 36 degree four/ ETC 436 coral amber

SR boom 36 degree four/ ETC 436 coral amber

Cyc/  R15 yellow

Cyc/ R27 Red

6” fresnel

Gobo Leaves full/ R94 kelly green/ 36 degree source four ETC 436

I created a sunset color with a mixture of burnt orange and red while adding an amber tone to the sides to resemble the finally setting. I added dark green leaves at the gobo to add the Vermont texture of nature.

Easter sunrise in a gothic cathedral

Lighting Instruments:

Cycs: R15, R27, R80

FOH 2/ 26 degree source four/ ETC 426/ Color R47

Side: SL 36 degree source four/ ETC 436/ Gobo Budding Branches

For this picture, purple and yellow are the two main colors that pop in my head as easter. I wanted a pastel yellow to show the innocence of the morning with the juxtaposition of the medium light purple that fits with the gothic cathedral texture gobo.

Noon on a hot summer day at the Caribbean 

Lighting Instruments:

Cyc: R126,R27,R80,R15

6” Fresnel/ color R14- medium straw

36 degree source four ETC 436/ SL/ gobo  Wild palms

SR par 64mfl/ GE FFR

36 degree source four ETC 436/ SL/ gobo  foliage jungle

I used tints of green for the yellow base of lights. I kept thinking of the jungle or green leaves for the Caribbean with a light summer flow from the yellow sun. The model is leaping, because they are happy with leaping around in the sand. I also added a straw like color for the floor to give off the impression of a sand color.

Winter afternoon just before the snow

Lighting Instruments:

cyc R80

FOH 1 and 2 SR and SL 26 degree source four/ ETC 426 /Zephyr blue R84

6” Fresnel/ color G845 Cobalt

SR side light 36 degree source four / ETC 436/ Gobo snowflake six

I wanted to keep this simple with a blue monochrome idea. I imagine before a snowstorm or just for the snow falling, the atmosphere to be a dark blue. There are different angles of blue and values of blue in this lab, and it is supposed to arise the idea of a cold front.

1) A Fall sunset in Vermont

• Cyc Altman- R21
• Two 36 degree source 4s with gobo- Foliage Breakup Close-Up
  • SR on 2nd pipe in L106
  • SL on 2nd pipe in R2004
• Two 26 degree source 4s
  • FOH SR in R313
  • FOH SL in R22

A fall sunset in Vermont in my mind means lots of warm tones due to the leaves and the bright sun as it sets. I chose a gobo and used green and red for the foliage. The cyc lights are meant to look like the sun, and the subject is covered in hues of orange and yellow.

2) Easter sunrise in a Gothic Cathedral

• Two Cyc Altmans- L798 and R15
• 26 degree source 4
  • CS of 2nd pipe with gobo- Church Window and in R55
• 50 degree source 4
  • SL Boom in L179
• 8” Fresnel
  • CS of 2nd pipe in L164

Gothic cathedrals are infamous for their stained glass windows that seem to glow during sunrise and sunset. I wanted to capture that energy as much as possible in my use of the window gobo. Additionally, sunrises typically have elements of soft yellows and oranges, but they also have the remaining cool tones left from the night disappearing, hence my use of purple on the cyc.

3) Noon on a hot Summer day in the Caribbean

• Two Cyc Altmans- G835 and G840
• Two 36 degree source 4s
  • SR on 2nd pipe with gobo- Pool of Water and in L141
  • SL on 2nd pipe with gobo- Wild Palms and in R4460
• 26 degree source 4
  • SR of FOH in L104
• 6” Fresnel CS on 1st pipe in R3442

The Caribbean has lots of vibrant blues and greens between the sky, water, and foliage. I chose to use the cyc to represent the sky, and the gobos to show the plants and water. Additionally, noon is one of the hottest times of the day and especially in tropical areas it shines quite brightly, which is why I used the direct yellow light to shine straight down on the subject.

4) Winter afternoon just before the snow

• Two Cyc Altmans- L209 and 2020
• 36 degree source 4
  • SL Boom with gobo- Overcast and in 2090
• 8” Fresnel CS on 2nd pipe in G880
• 6” Fresnel CS on 1st pipe in G870

Right before a snow storm, it is usually bleak and full of gray. I used different shades of gray, white, and blue in order to create the feeling of the coolness before snow. Additionally, I used a cloud gobo in order to further the effect of an overcast sky during winter.

1) A Fall sunset in Vermont

Cyc Lights: 8200, R27, 2190, R15

par64mfl: no color

36 degree Source Four: 6600, 6500

The vibrant colors of the sunset in Vermont illuminate the model. The lack of gradient symbolizes the crisp mountains of the landscape, mixing into a pale amber as it lights the ground.

2) Easter sunrise in a Gothic Cathedral

Cyc Lights: 7900, 8450, 6200, 6800

Gobo: Window Chancery in 36 degree Source Four, no color

par64mfl: 6200, 6800

par64wfl: 7900, 8450

A more gentle spring sunset is represented through a soft gradient of white, to amber to pink, very similar to Easter colors. The light shines through the Gothic Cathedral’s giant window as the light encompasses the building’s guests.
3) Noon on a hot Summer day in the Caribbean

Cyc Lights: No Color, L117

Gobo: Palm in 36 degree Source Four, No Color

par64wfl: 7750, R316

par 64 mfl: L764, 6500

The pure, light blue on the cyc is representative of both the clear skies and water in the Caribbean. The palm leaf gobo adds to the island feel and the warm lighting allows for a more toasty environment.

4) Winter afternoon just before the snow

Cyc: G870

Gobo: Cloud 8 in 36 degree Source Four, 4720

26 degree Source Fours: R398, no color

Right before it snows, the sky gets grey and the clouds gather overhead, as is shown with the off-white cyc and cloud gobo. Although still, light, it the stage is darker as the weather worsens.

Fall sunset in Vermont

3 Altman cyc lights: R27-Medium Red, R80-Primary Blue, R15-Deep Straw

Front light: One 26 degree Source 4: R20-Medium Amber

Sidelight: Two 36 degree source 4s: R27-Medium Red, R22-Deep Amber; Leaves Realistic

When I think of Fall I think of very warm colors with red and orange leaves everywhere, hence the choice of gobos. I wanted it to look like the Sun was shining right on the person. I chose to make the background pink to contrast with the orange and yellow tones but still maintain the warmth.

Easter Sunrise in a Gothic Cathedral

2 Altman cyc lights: R80-Primary Blue, R15-Deep Straw

Sidelight: Four 36 degree Source 4s: R80-Primary Blue, R336-Billington Pink, R58-Deep Lavender, R92-Turquoise; Gobo: Church Window

Backlight: 1 PAR can (64mfl): L102-Light Amber

Churches tend to have a lot of stained glass, and considering the gobo is called “Church Window” I think it’s quite fitting. I chose colors that are in the typical Easter color scheme. Since this person is standing in the cathedral, I wanted the “sunlight” to be less harsh.

Noon on a hot summer day in the Caribbean

2 Altman cyc lights: R80-Primary Blue, R126-Green Cyc Silk

Front light: One 26 degree Source 4: L102-Light Amber

Sidelight: Two 36 degree Source 4s: R130-Medium Blue Green Silk, Gobo-Foliage Jungle; R72-Azure Blue, Gobo-Water Shimmering

Top light: One 6” Fresnel: L102-Light Amber

Back light: One 8” Fresnel: 8450-Spanked Pink

The bright yellow light shows how intense the sun is. Cyan is a rather tropical color, and the pink is as well (it also adds some warmth to contrast from the cool blues and greens.)

Winter afternoon just before the snow

2 Altman Cyc Lights: R80-Primary Blue, R15-Deep Straw

Front light: One 26 degree Source 4: R55-Lilac

Side light: Two 36 degree Source 4s: R57-Lavender, R78-Trudy Blue

Top light: One 6” Fresnel: L102-Light Amber

I wanted there to be a lot of cool tones to represent the cold weather and winter, but I didn’t make the color too white since it is not snowing yet. There is just the tiniest bit of sunlight left.

Fall Sunset in Vermont

LIGHTS USED: 

3rd Pipe: Cyc #1 – R4260 – Cal Blue – 10% Intensity, Cyc #2 – L550 – ALD Gold – 10% Intensity, Cyc #4 – R317 – Apricot – 20% Intensity 

2nd Pipe: Par 64mfl/GE FFR – R20 – Medium Amber – 100% Intensity, Par 64mfl/GE FFR – R15 – Deep Straw – 100% Intensity 

1st Pipe: 6” Fres/Altman – R40 – Wild Salmon – 90% Intensity 

SR Boom: 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – G905 – Dark Blue – 50% Intensity

SL Boom: 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – G905 – Dark Blue – 50% Intensity

When I picture a sunset in Vermont in the fall I imagine people standing near a lake on the edge of the forest. The sky is a mix of pinks, blues, and purples, with a heavy accent of oranges. I wanted to try to keep all of those colors in the design but have them mix coherently. 

Easter Sunrise in a Gothic Cathedral

LIGHTS USED:

3rd Pipe: Cyc #1 – R4260 – Cal 60 Blue – 10% Intensity, Cyc #4 – R121 – Blue Diffusion – 30% Intensity 

1st Pipe: 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – R151 – Hamburg Lavender – Gobo 608 – Church Window – 100% Intensity, Par 64wfl/GE FFS – R55 – Lilac – 30% Intensity, 6” Fres/Altman – R310 – Daffodil – 20% Intensity

SR Boom: 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – R46 – Magenta – 30% 

SL Boom: 26° Source Four/ETC 426 – R14 – Medium Straw – 30% Intensity

FOH: 26° Source Four/ETC 426 – R2460 – Forgot this colors name – 10% Intensity 

I have never attended a church service during Easter but when I hear Gothic Cathedral I immediately picture the Hunchback of Notre Dame.  I wanted to depict someone standing by the window looking out as they bask in the rising sun before the church fills with worshippers. 

Noon on a hot summer day in the Caribbean 

LIGHTS USED: 

3rd Pipe: Cyc #3 – R313 – Light Relief Yellow – 70% Intensity

2nd Pipe: Par 64mfl/GE FFR – R64 – Light Steel Blue – 50% Intensity, Par 64mfl/GE FFR – R71 – Sea Blue – 30% Intensity 

1st Pipe: 6” Fres/Altman – R72 – Azure Blue – 100% Intensity

SL Boom: 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – R363 – Aquamarine – 10% Intensity, 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – R365 – Tharon Delft Blue – 100% Intensity 

SR Boom: 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – R363 – Aquamarine – 10% Intensity, 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – R365 – Tharon Delft Blue – 100% Intensity 

FOH: 26° Source Four/ETC 426 – R05 – Rose Tint – 20% Intensity 

I wanted this image to be someone swimming in the ocean under the intense sun. Noon is when the sun is at its highest point so it would be extremely bright. I wanted to incorporate that bright yellow and then give ocean vibes on the stage floor. 

Winter Afternoon just before snow

LIGHTS USED: 

3rd Pipe: Cyc #2 – R53 – Pale Lavender – 20% Intensity 

2nd Pipe: Par 64mfl/GE FFR – R94 – Kelly Green – 100% Intensity, Par 64mfl/GE FFR – R77 – Green Blue  – 100% Intensity 

1st Pipe: 6” Fres/Altman – R95 – Medium Blue Green – 100% Intensity

SR Boom: 36° Source Four/ETC 436 – R07 – Pale Yellow – 20% Intensity

FOH: 26° Source Four/ETC 426 – R362 – Tipton Blue – 40% Intensity

I wanted to capture the green grass that is usually still seen but covered in a blue frost. When I picture that it is about to snow the sky is usually a light grey with a hint of lavender, I wanted my model to be standing underneath the pale setting sun and everything seemingly quiet. 

1.A Fall Sunset In Vermont

Lights used:

36Deg. Srce 4 ETC 436, R54
PAR64wfl/ GE FFS, R316
36Deg. Srce 4 ETC 436, No color, Gobo: Leaves Foliage
36Deg. Srce 4 ETC 436, No color, Gobo: Leaves Foliage
Cyc Lights: R126, R27, R15

When I think of a fall sunset, I imagine the deep orange sky with the rays of sun poking through the trees from all around

2. Easter Sunrise in a Gothic Cathedral

Lights Used:

PAR64wfl/ GE FFS, R316
PAR64mfl/ GE FFR, R316
36Deg. Srce 4 ETC 436, 3100, Gobo: Chruch Window
6″ Fresnel, R3216
Cyc Lights: R126, R27, R80, R15

Ive never been to a gothic cathedral because I’m jewish so I’m not sure what it REALLY looks like, but i can imagine a pink-ish sky from the sunrise mixed with the stained glass windows surrounding the inside

3. Noon on a hot summer day in the carribean

Lights used:

26Deg. Srce 4 ETC 426, 6800
36Deg. Srce 4 ETC 436, R361
36Deg. Srce 4 ETC 436, no Color, Gobo: Palm
PAR64wfl/ GE FFS, R316
6″ Fresnel, R3216
PAR64mfl/ GE FFR, R316
Cyc Lights: R126, R80, R15

The gobo didn’t come out exactly how i wanted it to, but the bright blue sky with the sun beating down overhead mixed with the shade of the palm trees

4. Winter Afternoon just before the snow

Lights Used

26Deg. Srce 4 ETC 426, R15
50Deg. Srce 4 ETC 450, L202
36Deg. Srce 4 ETC 436, no Color, Gobo: Starry
6″ Fresnel, R3216
8″ Fresnel, R80
Cyc Lights: R126, R80, R15

The sky turns almost a blue-ish/gray before the snow falls. I did add a few flurries for the effect that it was starting to coming down at this exact moment. The area feels bleak and muted.

1) A Fall sunset in Vermont

INSTRUMENTS USED:

• #1 Cyc, R15 (Yellow)
• #2 Cyc, R80 (Blue)
• #3 Cyc, R27 (Red)
• 26 Degree Source Four, ETC 426, Upper Stage Right, 6800 (Butterscotch)
• 36 Degree Source Four, ETC 436, Stage Right with Distant Trees Gobo, 7700 (Peach Amber)

INSPIRATION: When thinking about a fall sunset in Vermont, I envision the colorful trees and the golden sun. I added a lot of orange light to capture the feel of the fall leaves and added various pinks and yellows to captivate the various colors present in a sunset. The pink backdrop represents the sky and the various colors it turns during a sunset. I made the golden light particularly distinct to represent the setting sun, and added a tree Gobo to captivate the shadows cast by the fall trees when the sun begins to set.

2) Easter sunrise in a Gothic Cathedral

INSTRUMENTS USED:

• #1 Cyc, R15 (Yellow)
• #2 Cyc, R80 (Blue)
• #3 Cyc, R27 (Red)
• 26 Degree Source Four, ETC 426, Front Stage Left with Anglican Window Gobo, 4740 (Monday Morning Blue)
• 26 Degree Source Four, ETC 426, 2nd Pipe, Center Stage with 70’s Gobo, 4740 (Monday Morning Blue)
• Par64wfl, GE FFS, 1st Pipe, Stage Left, L004 (Medium Bastard Amber)
• Par64mfl, GE FFR, 2nd Pipe, Stage Left, L007 (Pale Yellow)

INSPIRATION: Gothic Cathedrals are typically large and contain little to no artificial light, and therefore rely on natural light to illuminate it’s contents. This inspired me to keep the stage relatively dark. The addition of blue and purple light is meant to capture the color of the sky at early dawn hours, when night has just begun to transition to day. I utilized two different Gobo’s to represent the patterns cast by stained glass windows and ceilings when light passes through the cathedral.

3) Noon on a hot Summer day in the Caribbean

INSTRUMENTS USED:

• #1 Cyc, R15 (Yellow)
• #2 Cyc R80 (Blue)
• #4 Cyc R126 (Green)
• 6” Fresnel, Overhead, Center Stage, 2240 (Apollo Straw 1/4 CTS)
• 36 Degree Source Four, ETC 436, Stage Right with Wild Palms Gobo, L007 (Pale Yellow)
• 36 Degree Source Four, ETC 436, Stage Left with Wild Palms Gobo, L007 (Pale Yellow)
• 26 Degree Source Four, ETC 426, Upper Stage Right, 2240 (Apollo Straw 1/4 CTS)
• 26 Degree Source Four, ETC 426, Upper Stage Left, 2240 (Apollo Straw 1/4 CTS)
• 50 Degree Source Four, ETC 450, SL Boom, Stage Left, L007 (Pale Yellow)

INSPIRATION: When thinking of the Caribbean, I envision a sunny beach complimented by a bright blue sky. Noon is when the sun is highest in the sky, leading me to include a lot of bright white and yellow light into my photo. I also added palm Gobo’s to convey the feeling of being on a tropical beach. The blue backdrop is meant to represent the sky and the ocean.

4) Winter afternoon just before the snow

INSTRUMENTS USED:

• #1 Cyc, R15 (Yellow)
• #2 Cyc, R80 (Blue)
• #3 Cyc, R27 (Red)
• #4 Cyc, R126 (Green)
• 6″ Fresnel, Overhead, Center Stage, 2110 (Apollo Orange 3/4 CTO)
• 36 Degree Source Four, ETC 436, 2nd Pipe, Back Stage Right with Snowflake Fall Gobo, 2040 (Apollo Blue 1/4 CTB)
• 36 Degree Source Four, ETC 436, 2nd Pipe, Back Stage Left with Snowflake Fall Gobo, 2040 (Apollo Blue 1/4 CTB)
• Par64wfl, GE FFS, Stage Right, L237 (CID to Tungsten)
• Par64wfl, GE FFS, Stage Left, L237 (CID to Tungsten)

INSPIRATION: Winter days are “short,” meaning the sun begins to set in the afternoon. Knowing this, I wanted to create a photo that captivated dusk and the transition from day to night. As a result I added a lot of cool toned purple and blue light. I captivated the setting sun through various orange and yellow colored lights. I chose to include a lot of orange because sometimes, before a snow storm occurs, the sky will change colors (yellow, purple, orange, etc.). I added snowflake Gobo’s with blue gels to captivate the traditional winter weather.

1) ATTRIBUTES: This photo was taken by me on March 5th 2021 at 11:42AM. Pictured is one of my prized possessions: Hue: The Hague House Plant. Used in conjunction with LXFree.

2) THEME: Spring

3) INSTRUMENTS USED:

• Cyc Light 1 (R15 – Amber)
• Cyc Light 2 (R80 – Blue)
• Cyc Light 4 (R126 – Green)
• 36 degree Source Four, ETC 436, located on the first pipe, stage right, at position #7. (2140 – Apollo Orange 1/4 CTO)

1. ATTRIBUTION: Starbucks Holiday Cup Advertisement and LX Beams
2. THEME: Advertisement
3. LIGHTING INSTRUMENTS USED:    Cyc – Quarter Mustard – E643, – Winter White – G870

1. ATTRIBUTION: Original photo taken by me (February 2020) and LX Beams
2. THEME: Cold
3. LIGHTING INSTRUMENTS USED:
   1. 3 cyc lights R15- Deep Straw, R80- Primary Blue, R126- Green Cyc Silk
   2. 1 Parcan on SL boom- L550- ALD Gold
   3. 1 26 Degree Source Four in FOH- R55- Lilac