Lighting Design
Theatre / Opera / Dance / Concerts
Rachael N Blackwell
Lighting design for theatre, opera, dance, concerts, and live entertainment.
More than 10 years of professional experience across creative and technical production roles.
About
Lighting design, programming, and production experience.
I’m a freelance Lighting Designer with more than 10 years of professional experience in the theatre industry. Alongside my design work, I’ve recently started teaching.
My experience includes work as a Lighting Programmer, Lighting Supervisor, Lighting & Projections Director, Technical Coordinator, Technical Director, and Project Manager. I also hold a PMP certification.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my partner and our cats, Panther and Leppi, karaoke, top golf, reading, and live concerts.
Portfolio
Selected Work
A selection of lighting design work and other projects. Select an image to view it larger.
Services
Creative and technical lighting services.
Lighting Programmer
Lighting Director / Supervisor
Lighting Consultant
Project Management
Journal
Notes from the work
Thoughts on lighting, collaboration, process, and life in live entertainment.
Designing with contrast
Thoughts on how contrast, shadow, and restraint can shape the emotional rhythm of a live performance.
Collaboration before cues
Why strong lighting work starts long before programming begins.
Building flexible systems
Creating lighting systems that can respond to the realities of live performance.
Contact
Let’s start a conversation.
For lighting design, programming, supervision, consulting, or project management enquiries, get in touch by email.