FMP

Week one

During the first week of our final major project, we received a project brief outlining our task, which was to work on the Grimm’s Fairy Tales. Due to budget constraints, we couldn’t perform an actual theatrical musical and had to find a free alternative. One of the tutors came up with an idea for a play we could do without purchasing the rights.

After receiving the brief, we had discussions about the various roles and production responsibilities assigned to each of us. It was ,reat to see the team coming together and researching the different roles in the afternoon. Later in the week, we were informed of our specific roles for the project. I was assigned the production roles of lighting assistant and sound assistant.

As a lighting assistant, I created a draft plan for my tasks. This involved de-rigging and re-rigging all the lights. B doing this, we were able to identify which lights were working and which ones were not. For the lights that weren’t working, I relaced the bulbs to ensure they were functioning properly. I also had the idea of const;ructing a truss for th front of the stage, but unfortunately, it proved to be challenging as one of the technicians was leaving.

Overall, it was an eventful first week, with discussions, planning, and taking on responsibilities for the productionroles. I’m excited to continue working on the project and contribute to its success in the following weeks.

Week two

In week two, we focused on de-rigging and re-rigging all the lights. We made sure to handle the cables neatly and organized them for proper cable management. To ensure safety, we added safety cables to hold the lights securely. These safety cables act: as a backup in case any lights come loose and prevent them from falling and causing harm to anyone.

During the same week my task was to connect all the lights with cables so that they would work properly: We employed a daisy chain method, connecting one light to another using DMX and power cables. This approach saved us a lot of hassle since we only needed two pug sockets and reduced the need for additional cables for other shows.

Moving on to week three, I started patching all the lights to the lighting control box. Additionally I backed up previous performance shows, which helped us organize and clear out. unnecesary data. As the week progressed, I successfully patched all the lights according to their respective values on the lighting control box

I also received assistance in connecting another robo light to the truss at the back of the stage;This involved daisy chaining the DMX cable and plugging the power cable into a socket.

Overall, during these weeks, we focused on the technical aspects of the lighting setup. We ensured safety, efficiently managed cables, and successfully connected and controlled the lights for a smooth performance experience.

Week four

During week four, my ain task was to create a draft of all the lights we would be using for the show. I sketched out images on paper to visually represent the placement and arrangement of the lights. This was important to help the team understand which lights would be used in each specific part of the performance.

As the week progressed, I began programming cues for te different acts and scenes of the sho. This involved setting,up instructions for the lighting control console to execute specific lighting changes at predetermined times. By programming cues, we could create. different moods and atmospheres to enhance the storytelling and engage the audience.

It’s worth noting that the Brothers Grimm are widely recognized for their renowned collection of childrens and hosehold tales. Their work played a significant role in the development of the modern study of folklore. The stories they compiled have captivated generations and continue to be cherished worldwide.

week five

During week five, I dedicated time to conducting research, and heres what I discovered:

Jacob and Wilhelm grim known as the grim brothers were the oldest in a family of five brothers and one sister. Jacob and Wilhelm farther Philipp Wilhelm was a lawyer and a town clerk in Hanau. Later he was justiciar in steniau which was another small town in hessian. When Philipp passed away in 1796, it brought a social hardship to the family, The death of there mother was in 1808, which left a 23 year old jacob with the responsibility of four brothers and one sister. Jacob was a scholarly type he was described as a small and slender with sharply cut features, while Wilhelm the brother of Jacob was taller and had a softer face and was sociable and fond of all of the creative arts.

After they both attuned high school in Kassel the brother followed the footpath of there late farther and studied law at the university of Marburg 1802 – 06 with the insertion to enter a civil service job. which one of his friends interduce him into folk poetry. he left his civil service job.

when the brothers grim was made it wasnt orignally grimms fairy tales where not meant for a children. The had sex, violence . In the original versions of the different tales Rapunzel gets pregnant by the price after a casual fling. Later down the years the tales have been changed to be kid friendly.

Brother Grimm didn’t write fairy tales, Jacob and Wilhelm are often known for snow white and Rapunzel the brothers didn’t actually write any of the stories, the stories existed long before the two men were born in Germany in the mid 1780s. Pass down from generation to generation which is also often by women seeking to pass the time during household chores.

Biography.com. (n.d.). Brothers Grimm: 7 Fascinating Facts About the Fairy Tale Writers. [Online] Available at: https://www.biography.com/authors-writers/brothers-grimm-facts (Accessed: 2023).
D.L. Ashliman. (n.d.). The Complete Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm. [Online] Available at: https://sites.pitt.edu/~dash/grimm.html (Accessed: 16 June 2023).
GrimmStories.com. (n.d.). Grimm's Fairy Tales. [Online] Available at: https://www.grimmstories.com/en/grimm_fairy-tales/index (Accessed:2023).

Week six

During week five, I successfully completed the rigging process for all the lights, ensuring they were securely installed and connected. Additionally, I took the necessary steps to patch them, which involved establishing the proper electrical connections and configurations.

Now, in the current week, my focus has shifted to plotting and programming the lights. Plotting involves strategically determining the ideal placement and angles for each light to achieve the desired visual effects during the performance. This includes consideringe factors such as highlighting specific areas, creating atmosphere, and emphasizing key moments.

Once the plotting is complete, I move on to programming the lights. This entails configuring the lighting control system to control the intensity, color, and movement of each individual light or groups of lights. By programming the lights, I can create dynamic and synchronized lighting cues that align with the timing and mood of different scenes or acts.

Overall, my main objective this week is to bring the lights to life by plotting their positions and programming them for a capqtivating and visually engaging performance

Week seven

Week seven was the most important week of our project because it marked the completion of all the programming work and also happened to be the week of our performance.

Throughout the previous weeks, I dedicated time and effort to programming the lights, ensuring that each cue and effect was precisely timed and synchronized with the various scenes and acts of the performance. This involved fine-tuning the settings, adjusting intensities, colors, and movements, and overall perfecting the lighting design to create the desired atmosphere and enhance the overall experience for the audience.

Finally, in week seven, the culmination of all our hard work arrived as we prepared for the actual performance. The lights were ready to illuminate the stage and bring the show to life. It was an exciting and nerve-wracking time, as we anticipated showcasing our efforts and the result of our collective creativity and dedication.

The performance itself was the highlight of week seven, where everything we had worked on came together. The programmed lighting cues were executed flawlessly, transforming the stage and enhancing the storytelling and emotions conveyed by the performers. It was a rewarding and memorable experience for everyone involved.

In essence, week seven marked the completion of our programming tasks and the much-anticipated moment when we shared our performance with the audience, showcasing the fruits of our labor and the power of lighting to enhance the overall impact of the show.