I am producing "Peter Pan and Wendy" this fall. I don't HAVE to fly my actors, but I want to. I have almost 20 years of experience in educational theatre. As you can imagine, that experience does NOT mean I know about quality rigging and tech work! I want to learn all I can from real techies.
My question is this:
What is the best and safest way to achieve the flying effect in a high school theatre production?
I can spend up to $1,000 (or maybe a bit more) IF it will be a useful addition beyond the life of the show. I'm open to any and all ideas for achieving the effect- not limited to rigging.
Before you answer, let me assure you that safety is my first priority.
My question is this:
What is the best and safest way to achieve the flying effect in a high school theatre production?
I can spend up to $1,000 (or maybe a bit more) IF it will be a useful addition beyond the life of the show. I'm open to any and all ideas for achieving the effect- not limited to rigging.
Before you answer, let me assure you that safety is my first priority.