Watershed (Part II): Soiled

Posted on July 12, 2013 by The LIDA Project

Terry Burnsed, Jaime Lujan, & Miriam BC Tobin in Watershed (Part II: Soiled). Photo: Brian Freeland (2013).

Watershed (Part II: Soiled)
devised work of Jeannene Bragg, Brian Freeland, and The LIDA Project*

The second in a two part play built in collaboration between The LIDA Project and Metro State University. Watershed is a modern performance fantasy that looks at the character of water in a world of radically changing politics and climate. This meta-media work combines elemental water, high tech projection, and human performance that pushes the boundaries of performance presentation and political theatre.

“The nature of the performing arts tends to shy away from topics of environmental concern and a political nature. Artists have the opportunity to make a point and spark important conversations.”
– Brian Freeland

Production History
August 23 – September 21, 2013: work | space :: Denver, CO

Media Coverage
Metro and the LIDA Project partner on Watershed, an artistic look at global warming – Westword

The Company
Direction: Brian Freeland
Text Design: Jeannene Bragg
Costume Design: Jeannene Bragg
Sound Design: Brian Freeland

Ensemble
Rhea Amos
Terry Burnsed
Jaime Lujan
Anson Nicholson
Kenny Storms
Miriam BC Tobin
Dane Torbenson

*This production was created with the support and collaboration of Metropolitan State University. Development collaborators: Rhea Amos, Jeannene Bragg, Terry Burnsed, Brian Freeland, Jaime Lujan, & Miriam BC Tobin.

Watershed (Part I): The Sea Is Not Full

Posted on July 10, 2013 by The LIDA Project

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full) (2013).

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full)
a devised work of The LIDA Project*

The first part of a modern performance fantasy that looks at the character of water in a world of radically changing politics and climate. This meta-media work combines elemental water, high tech projection, and human performance that pushes the boundaries of performance presentation and political theatre.

Production History
July 10 – 13, 2013 : The King Center :: Denver, CO

Media Coverage
Watershed, an artistic look at global warming – Westword
My night at LIDA Project’s Watershed – CultureWest

The Company
Direction: Brian Freeland
Text Design: Jeannene Bragg
Stage Manager: Kristen Littlepage
Costume Design: Jeannene Bragg
Lighting Design: Jacob M. Welch
Master Electrician: Kenrick Fischer
Projection Design: Brian Freeland / Tammy Williams
Scenic Design: David Lafont w/ Alex Polzin
Sound Design: Brian Freeland / Anson Nicholson

Ensemble
Rhea Amos, Terry Burnsed, Alexander Tate Freeland, Michelle Hurtubise, Jaime Lujan, Matthew Schultz, Miriam BC Tobin, Clio Torbenson, Dane Torbenson, Tian Torbenson, Allyxandra Townend & Ryan Wuestewald

Video

Images

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Brian Freeland (2013)

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Ryan Wuestewald (2013).

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Brian Freeland (2013)

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Ryan Wuestewald (2013).

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Brian Freeland (2013)

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Ryan Wuestewald (2013).

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Brian Freeland (2013).

Watershed (Part I: The Sea Is Not Full). Photo: Ryan Wuestewald (2013)

This production was created with the support and collaboration of Metropolitan State University.

* Development collaborators: Rhea Amos, Jeannene Bragg, Terry Burnsed, Brian Freeland, Michelle Hurtubise, Kristen Littlepage, Laura Lounge, Jaime Lujan, Matthew Schultz, Miriam BC Tobin, Allyxandra Townend, & Ryan Wuestewald.

Auto da Fé

Posted on May 3, 2012 by The LIDA Project

Trina Magness and Dan O’Neill in Auto da Fé (2012)

Auto da Fé
An original adaptation of the book by Elias Canetti by Rebecca Gorman O’Neill.

A twisted creation developed by The LIDA Project ensemble, playwright Rebecca Gorman, and director Brian Freeland. Manipulations of darkness and light and juxtapositions of ghastly imagery help to re-imagine Canetti’s breakthrough 1935 work about a lone recluse and his infinite library of books.

Production History
May 11 – June 2, 2012: work | space :: Denver, CO

Awards
Best New Work (Rebecca Gorman O’Neill), True West Awards Nomination
Best Actor in a Drama (Dan O’Neill), True West Awards Nomination

Media Coverage
LIDA Project’s surreal Auto da Fé – The Denver Post
The Sound and The Fury – Westword

The Company
Producers: Brian Freeland, Steven J. Deidel & The LIDA Project
Direction: Brian Freeland
Words / Dramaturgy: Rebecca Gorman O’Neill
Production Stage Manager: G. Austin Allen
Lighting Design: Steven J. Deidel / Anna R. Kaltenbach
Scenic Design: David Lafont
Projection Design: Steven J. Deidel / Ryan Gaddis
Costume Design: Hart DeRose
Sound Design: Brian Freeland
Associate Sound Design / Operator: Anson Nicholson
Associate Lighting Design: Tommy Sheridan

Ensemble
Dan O’Neill: Kien
Trina Magness: Therese
Robin Davies: Doorman / Fischerle
Lorenzo Sariñana: George / Brute / Beggar / Others

Images

Trina Magness & Dan O’Neill in Auto da Fé (2012)

Lorenzo Sariñana, Robin Davies, Dan O’Neill, & Trina Magness in Auto da Fé (2012)

Lorenzo Sariñana in Auto da Fé (2012)

Lorenzo Sariñana & Trina Magness in Auto da Fé (2012)

Robin Davies & Dan O’Neill in Auto da Fé (2012)

Robin Davies in Auto da Fé (2012)

Dan O’Neill in Auto da Fé (2012)