"It was vital for us that the production of the Wizard of Oz look professional in every sense of the word," commented production designer Michael Clisdell. "Each individual element of the Chauvet Professional lighting rig enabled us to really step beyond the realm of the typical school production, and elevate the experience for the audience to that of a genuine theatrical outing."
Together with second production designer Peter Ford and lighting operator Dale Edginton, the production crew flew the 12 Rogue R1 Spots from above stage truss. "The R1 Spot was the star of the show," proclaimed Edginton. "The output of these compact fixtures is simply stunning. The sharpness and power of the spots elevated the entire production, giving the actors on stage the confidence they needed to really shine."
The Rogues performed several functions, including spot lighting various characters on stage, and providing atmospheric aerial effects projected onto the stage.
An additional 24 x COLORdash Par-Hex 12s and 24 x COLORdash Batten- Hex 8s were positioned at steady intervals on above stage and side stage truss to provide colour fills and wash for the stage.
The Vesuvio RGBA fixtures also provided illuminated fog effects to add to the dynamic of the show. "The Vesuvios provided stunning plumes of thick illuminated fog," added Edington.
(Jim Evans)
