On Tuesday evening, May 19, a group of 130 people—including attendees, speakers, sponsors, and staff of the Broadway Lighting Master Classes—went to see 9 to 5 The Musical at the Marriott Marquis theatre. Following the performance, the group was able to remain in the theatre for a Q&A session with production electrician Greg Husinko and head electrician Eric Abbott. They answered questions about the lighting rig, the load-in and more

I would like like to thank Live Design for yet again for the experience of meeting upcoming and future designers.

TMB is very proud to be part of this and is looking foward to next year. Thanks to all at Live Design for making this happen

—Jedd Taub, TMB

Wow…our third time sponsoring the Master Classes and I didn’t think it could get better but it did! We are still showcasing our wares to intelligent and motivated participants, that hasn’t changed. But the experience is easier because we’re keeping our table in place for the Projections class, allowing me to focus on talking to people instead of breaking down and setting up once more. Another improvement is more

As a vendor, the BLMC offers a unique opportunity to get together with lighting designers.

Where else can you be with the likes of Beverly Emmons, Jules Fisher, and Ken Posner.

We can discuss upcoming projects, the introduction of new equipment, or just make small talk.

—Steve Lerman, director of sales, Lycian

Speaking at the Master Classes this afternoon reminded me again what a great opportunity it is to talk about our work as designers. Not only is it a chance to pass on my experience to future designers, but it also provides me with the opportunity, or perhaps imperative, to genuinely consider my work, my process, and the theory that underpins my aesthetic choices.

—Peter Nigrini, projection designer