Eli Hunt (Theatre Technology)

Biography

What’s been your highlight in the industry?

My highlight of working the industry is being able to work on Les Miserables in the West End as a lighting dep carrying out both followspot plots and stage LX plots. I have also really enjoyed working as Associate Lighting Designer for L’Olimpiade produced by Vache Baroque. I really enjoyed the challenge of working outside in an outdoor site-specific venue and being able to think of creative solutions to design and technical problems. 

What other passions and projects have you enjoyed exploring during your time at Guildhall?

I have really enjoyed researching and working on safe spaces in theatre. During my time as a production assistant, I took great pride in being able to create a quiet space for the team working on the production which was greatly appreciated and boosted people’s morale. 

What’s something you’ve learned that you feel will help you when you graduate?

I have learnt the importance of soft people skills and how to manage working relationships and get along with others no matter any personal differences. I have also learnt of the significance of making a good first impression.

What are you most interested in working in after you graduate?

I am most interested in working in lighting design and programming after I graduate. I have a particular interest in opera, dance and theatre although enjoy working in all art forms. I also enjoy working in video engineering for opera and theatre and am keen to explore that discipline further. 

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