Opening cosmos as the Celebrant sings

Mass

Composed by Leonard Bernstein

Directed by David Lefkowich

ASU Gammage, Tempe, Arizona

Position: Assistant Media Designer and Animator

The production of Leonard Bernstein’s Mass, performed through Arizona State University’s Lyric Opera Theatre in celebration of Bernstein’s 100th birthday, featured an adult and student choir, dancers, a marching band, and an orchestra.

The design focused on the clash between the organic, specifically space and the cosmos, and the digital.

Media: Dallas Robert Nichols

Scenic: Alfredo Escarcega

Costume, Wig and Makeup: Sharon Jones

Lighting: Alan C. Edwards

Sound: Almir Lejlic

Production Photos: Minsoo Kang

Opening cosmos as the Celebrant sings

Opening cosmos as the Celebrant sings

Particle waterfalls and fireworks for the entrances of the chorus, dancers, and musicians

Particle waterfalls and fireworks for the entrances of the chorus, dancers, and musicians

Ominous instrumental moments with dancers, called Meditations

Ominous instrumental moments with dancers, called Meditations

Flying nebulas during a more upbeat song

Flying nebulas during a more upbeat song

Colorful yet ominous final Meditation

Colorful yet ominous final Meditation

Colorful and uplifting final cosmos

Colorful and uplifting final cosmos

Particle Waterfall

Flying Nebulas

Ending Cosmos