Session: Using Color in Costumes Presenter: Darien O'Neal A discussion on the importance of being deliberate in the choice of colors in costume designs. Lessons on color theory, color symbolism, and showcasing plot and character relationships through color. Join us on November 8th at Slippery Rock University for this session and many more. Darien O’Neal  is a designer whose work includes costume design and hair design for theatre, pageants, photo shoots and short films. Origi

Session: Projection Design using QLab & Digital Painting Presenter: Jonathan Bucci and Greta Paulding Using examples from our past several shows, this session walks attendees through our process to create custom projection designs using digital painting (Adobe Fresco) and programming them in QLab. This is suitable for entry level technicians and designers who are interested in projection design through experienced designers who are interested in comparing processes. Join us

Session: Why & How Should You Budget (Scenery/Props) Presenter: Calia Yates It's hard, time gets away from you, you may not know how much you have, you're doing it all yourself - but budgeting for a show is important! Come learn and share some information on how and why you should budget for scenery and prop items both for materials and labor! Join us on November 8th at Slippery Rock University for this session and many more. Calia Yates : Currently the Production Manager an

Session: Building Dynamic and Expressive Puppets Presenter: lisa leibering Have some fun and channel your inner Jim Henson as you experiment with feathers, fur, and foams to create puppets with great movement and lots of personality. Join us on November 8th at Slippery Rock University for this session and many more. lisa leibering  is the Assistant Professor for Costume Design and Technology and Costume Shop Supervisor at Seton Hill University. She teaches classes in all asp

Session: Figure Drawing - Gesture and Detail Presenter: Michelle Souza Hone your drawing skills with this hands-on session focused on basic figure drawing strategies. We’ll tackle the trickiest parts— hands, feet, and heads —with simple techniques to boost your confidence and sharpen your skills. Join us on November 8th at Slippery Rock University for this session and many more. MICHELLE HUNT SOUZA is Associate Professor of Costume Design at Kent State University. Her profes

Session: Ribbon Flowers Presenter: Angela Howell Students will use a pattern to hand sew a simple ribbon flower. Ribbon flowers were...

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The Peggy Ezekiel Awards are a way for the amazing designers and artisans of our region to share their work and foster creativity and...

Hattie V. Fann (she/her) is a current MFA student in Stage Properties at University of Cincinnati Conservatory. She holds a BFA in Design...

Each year the Ohio Valley Section and Future Light offer 3 scholarships to help students in the region attend the National Conference....

Every year, as part of the OVS Travel Award, Future Light provides internships for up to three students. They receive their conference...

Career Goals: After achieving my MFA, my goals are to move back to Chicago and begin designing and working at the larger theatres there....

Roza Gavriilidis is an aspiring entertainment manager. She has spent five years working on her management and theatrical knowledge at CCM...

Kaitlin Barnett is a sound designer and audio engineer. She is currently pursuing an MFA in Sound Design at the University of...

AWARDS OF DISTINCTION: work receiving an average score of 6.5 – 7.9 Nick Bartleson for Anubis Sculpture - Scenic Craft Sierra Shreves for...

This year the Ezekiels will be held virtually at the Fall Conference on October 9. Deadline for nomination and entry form is October 4th....

OVS will begin accepting applications in early September for its Travel Awards for USITT22 in Baltimore, MD. Three awards of $750 will be...

Creating safe spaces is everyone's job. Join us for this workshop. Tickets $50 general admission for all three days credentials $25 for...

What skills need to be added to your design toolbox to work internationally? Join us and find out. Tickets $50 general admission for...