Grr. I typed up a long message, but when I hit post, it didn't post, and I couldn't go back, so I lost it all. Just my luck. I'll try and quickly write a condensed version.
I live in Philadelphia, PA. I'll be 16 this summer. Entering Junior year in high-school. I won't get my license until september. Now that you know about my circumstances, I'll let you know what I'm looking for. I'd like to intern or something at a
theatre over the summer. It seems like a fairly daunting task. I assume I'll be too young for most theatres. I really want to expand my knowledge and experience. I'm not in this for money, though I won't refuse it if it comes with the territory. Ahhh, I forgot what else I was going to say here, so that's it for now.
Someone mentioned classes at my school. I hope you weren't referring to
theatre classes. We have two: Drama, Tech.
Theatre.
I take both classes. I am by no means an actor. I take drama to try and
gain the perspective of the actor for my tech. work and SM and ASM work. Tech.
Theatre is mainly building sets. There are a variety of other jobs, but most of the time is making wood smaller, then painting it. I take every opportunity to help out at events, concerts,
etc. at school. And, once again, I forgot what I was going to say. If you have anymore questions, I'll be happy to answer them.
Edit: I've already picked up and skimmed through two lighting design books.
A
Practical Guide to
Stage Lighting (Paperback)
by Steven Louis Shelley (Author)
Stage Lighting Revealed: A Design and Execution Handbook (Paperback)
by Glen Cunningham (Author)