Designers, Technicians, and Stage Managers
Affiliated DTM Awards
Added August 9, 2011
The Stagecraft Institute of Las Vegas Award
The Stagecraft Institute of Las Vegas award is for a student who displays potential for success in their chosen area in the future, preferably to a student who has not received one of the other awards, a student that could possibly be entering a project in a future festival, and most importantly a student who would benefit from a week at the Stagecraft Institute. The student must be 18 years of age or older and should have demonstrated knowledge, skill, craft, and artistry in his/her area of specialization.
The student chosen may attend any week of their choosing. In 2011, sessions included Computer Drafting, Computer Modeling, Rigging, Automation, Props & SFX, Sound, Makeup & Masks, Lighting Technology, Patterning, Projections & Video and Moving Lights.
The award includes tuition and housing, breakfast and lunches (on class days), a Vegas show, and a backstage tour.
Focal Press/Rafael Jaen Showcase Award
The FPRJ Showcase award is dedicated to first-time Design, Technologies and Management KCACTF entrants in Regional entries. It is meant to inspire young DTM practitioners and encourage their studies in DTM fields.
Respondents will look for work that best answers following questions:
- Does the presentation have design substance in one or all of these areas: clear concept or premise, clear dramaturgical or technical research, and clear specs or workbooks?
- Is there innovation in the project's approach in the use of technology, materials, design execution, etc? (i.e.: a "green" approach, the use of digital software to facilitate the realization of the design, research on the use of new materials, or an innovative presentation style).
If a recipient is selected, it will be announced at the Awards Ceremony. The recipient of the Focal Press/Rafael Jean Award will receive three books of their choosing from Focal Press.
