The lighter side
In addition to my 'real' work, I have an avid interest in technical theatre, mainly lighting.
I have considerable experience in basic design, rigging and operation of both lighting and, to a lesser extent, sound in theatres and other performance venues mainly gained at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and local theatres.
Until recently I have held the role of Technical Manager and LD/Op for Theatre École in Glasgow.
I also have an interest in, and some experience of, Stage Management and have assumed the role of an ASM/DSM on a number of occasions.
I have knowledge of both older, and more recent, control systems by Strand, ETC and Zero88 and am a competent followspot operator.
For smaller productions, I have a small stock of lighting equipment, which can be borrowed for minimal cost.
Past Experience
- "Bugsy Malone" 2010 - LD / Set / Hire, Theatre Ecole
- Pantomime - 2009 - LD / Hire, Theatre Ecole
- "Seussical The Musical" 2009 - LD / Hire, Theatre Ecole
- "Ebenezer" Christmas 2008 - LD + Operator / Supplementary Hire, GYCT Glasgow
- "Pirates Prince" 2008 - LD + Operator, Theatre Ecole
- "Olivia" 2008 - LD + Operator / Supplementary Hire, GYCT Glasgow
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2005 - DTM + Operator, C Central
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2004 - DTM, Sweet
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2004 - Venue Technician, Rocket Venues
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2003 - Venue Technician, Rocket Venues
- Ultimo Show 2003 - Tech Assistant, SECC Clyde Auditorium
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2002 - Venue Technician, Smirnoff Underbelly
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2002 - Operator / ALD, Decoy Theatre Co.
- Monster 2001 - Rigging/Focussing Ast, Theatre Royal Glasgow
- Patchwork Theatre Pantomime 2001 - Followspot Operator, Eastwood Theatre
- Glasgow Gang Show 2000 - Followspot Operator, Mitchell Theatre Glasgow
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2000 - FX Operator, Twilight Theatre Co.
- Our Town Story 2000 - Technician, Our Town Stage, Millenium Dome
- Play in The Park 2000 - Technician, Temporary Venue, Rouken Glen Park
Need a hand?
If you would be interested in hiring me as a tech, need an experienced volunteer, or just want to chat about anything theatre-related feel free to eMail contact@rsmck.co.uk or give me a ring on +44(0)141 430 3030
More information along with examples of my work will soon be available at my new Lighting Site, rmlx.co.uk