The seasons are amongst us, and it is quite chilly in the old bean town. After doing a lot of freelancy stage handish gigs I am pleased with the notch I have dug out for myself. It looks like my dream of becoming a regional lighting designer is coming in ahead of schedule. Recently, I found myself on the floor of my bedroom, cleaning off an old computer, while doing so I came across letters I had written almost three years ago. They where letters of intent directed at perspective graduate programs. Filled with my hopes and dreams, those words were intended to carry me into the future.
Now I was scheduled to graduate from Grad School this spring, and it had been my hope to be an international, Broadway, or regional lighting designer. Now as I sit typing to you, I thank myself quietly for unpacking my travel size suit case, for she is going to get a work out. I will be on a plane shortly heading across the continent to design!
Also I have an opera to look forward to, which will be touring New England. Now friends, all of this comes with extreme waves of caution and jubilation. I looked at my partner and said these jobs are both big and small at the same time, i.e. minimal equipment and manipulation for maximum effect.
Now as I emotionally prep for my journeys ahead, I ask the universe for hubris, strength, and wisdom. I will need all of these things, and a dash of luck to keep moving forward.