THEATRE

Theater has been a passion of mine over the years. Thankfully, I’ve had the privilege of combining this love for theater with my creative pursuits in graphic design and photography. From poster design to marketing campaigns, photography, acting, and even directing, I’ve found a way to bring these passions together into what feels like the perfect trifecta of creativity. Below is a collection of some of my favorite projects, showcasing my dedication to bringing performances to life.

Farewell Foxwood

Designing for Farewell Foxwood was one of the most rewarding creative challenges I’ve taken on. This original musical revue gave me the opportunity to develop a visual identity from the ground up—one that honored both the show’s storyline and its emotional core.

Farewell Foxwood follows an aging couple who have owned and operated a beloved theater for decades. Now preparing to sell it, they revisit treasured memories from their time onstage and backstage. Through a blend of heartfelt ballads, playful ensemble numbers, and poignant moments, the revue captures the rich, layered history of The Foxwood.

For the design, I wanted to reflect the nostalgia and warmth of the story. I centered the visual around the couple, silhouetted in soft stage light, gazing toward their final curtain. In the shadows of that curtain are figures from the songs performed throughout the show—representing how these characters not only inhabit the theater’s history but exist because of this couple’s legacy.

To bring this concept to life, I chose a digitally painted style that feels personal, hand-crafted, and timeless. I wanted the design to evoke a sense of familiarity and nostalgia—something that felt like a memory in and of itself.

The Playbill Spreads

For this spread, I didn’t want the storytelling to live solely on the main poster—I wanted it to flow throughout the entire playbill. The inside spread references a note left by the older couple to the theater’s next owners, featured at the end of the show. Surrounding the note are personal items they leave behind, each tied to a cherished memory from their time running the theater. The inside design is intentionally dusty, worn, and aged, evoking the history of the space. In contrast, the cast inserts are clean and vibrant—reflecting the energy of a brand-new show. The back cover represents the back of the theater, or stage door, further emphasizing the building’s age and slow decay.

Altogether, the spread is meant to reflect the passing of time—the beauty of what once was, the excitement of what’s to come, and the emotional weight of letting go.

TELLING THE STORY ON PAPER

The Foxwood Photographed

CLUE on stage

MAIN POSTER DESIGN

While designing the main poster for Clue, I drew inspiration from the original posters and had the exciting opportunity to create a version unique to our production. What sets this poster apart is its personalized touch—it’s tailored specifically to our cast and our interpretation of the story, making it truly one-of-a-kind.

CAST POSTER DESIGN

This is one of my all-time favorite theater designs. I had the privilege of photographing the cast in costume, which sparked the idea for this poster. I love how it captures the individuality of this specific cast, making it a truly one-of-a-kind creation.

SECOND POSTER DESIGN

This secondary poster was designed to complement the primary marketing materials for the performance. I thoroughly enjoyed creating this piece, as it allowed me to delve into the original Clue board game for inspiration and craft a design uniquely tailored to our show.

PLAYBILL & CAST

PLAYBILL CREATION

As opening night approaches, designing the playbill becomes one of my favorite parts of the creative process. For Clue, I aimed to make the playbill both engaging and interactive. The design reflects the thrilling search for the murder mystery’s victims and suspects. During intermission, the audience could scan a QR code and cast their vote on who they believed the murderer was, adding an immersive layer to the experience.

CAST HEADSHOTS

CLUE PHOTOGRAPHED

ONE ACT PLAYS

With this production consisting of just two one-act plays, I had the creative freedom to design a distinctive poster that captured the essence of the storytelling. The two plays, The 39 Steps and The One-Act Play Disaster, are brimming with chaos, comedy, and creativity. This design allowed me to blend the suspenseful, murder-mystery feel of The 39 Steps with the wildly chaotic and humorous energy of The One-Act Play Disaster, resulting in a dynamic and cohesive visual.

This trio of dramatic one-acts shared a compelling central theme: Out of Time. The first explored a supernatural encounter with a loved one years after their passing. The second depicted a nail-biting climax that unfolds as if it were only a dream. The third delved into the ethical dilemmas of freezing time for personal gain. Inspired by this theme, I created a unique poster that incorporates the intricate inner workings of a clock, visually representing the deeper narrative of time and its mysteries.

For the poster design of Missing—a trio of one-acts centered on the theme of absence—I aimed to reflect the emotional undercurrent shared by all three pieces. Each story begins in a seemingly normal world, disrupted by a sudden loss of a loved one, family, or hope. I used a rough silhouette of a person to evoke the emptiness of a missing presence, styled loosely after a missing persons poster. Surrounding images connect back to key moments in each story, creating a visual narrative of what’s been lost.

Designing a poster for these three one-act plays, each with distinct and unrelated storylines, was an exciting creative challenge. To embrace their uniqueness, I highlighted key moments and props from each play in the design. This approach sparked curiosity among the audience, adding an element of intrigue—like the cantaloupe featured on the poster, which made perfect sense once they experienced the show.