XXI Encounter Of The Light: David Picazo / Richard III at Pavón Kamikaze Theatre
On Friday, October 11, took place in the main hall of the Kamikaze Theatrethe XXI Encounter of Light organized by the Association of Lighting Authorswith the presence of David Picazolighting designer of the work Richard III. This 21st edition, with the collaboration of Kamikaze Theatre and celebrated with great success, presented the work of David Picazo who explained his work methodology to more than 30 people, who appreciated the dress rehearsal of the play. Richard III by William Shakespeare, directed by Miguel del Arcoon October 9. The Encounters of light are a proposal that consists of spreading the knowledge of the professionals of the light, their techniques and dramaturgical visions in the different scenic fields. Six years ago, in July 2013, the Encounters were born as an event to connect professionals, partners, designers and students, with big names in the world of lighting, such as: Jennifer Tipton, Jean Kalman, James Ingalls and different AAI members. We appreciate the support of our sponsors for their confidence in the AAI, which makes possible the realization of the Encounters of Light and other informative activities.
About David Picazo
(Merida, 1975). Actor, stage director and lighting designer. David Picazo is trained in acting, combining theatre and dance. In direction he begins his career in the co-direction of the dance show 13 Roses of the Company Arrieritos-flamenco (2005), awarded with two Max prizes (2006) as best dance show and best choreography. Picazo is a self-taught illuminator and currently collaborates with creators from different disciplines. As an actor, his work stands out as
Green
by Patricia Ruz (CDN 2018),
Fortune Cookie
by Carlota Ferrer (CDN 2015). En el desierto by Chevi Muraday (Matadero 2014) which won the Max Award for best dance show (2015). In direction and lighting to point out Black Apple by Losdedae Company (Teatro Español 2018), La Romería de los Cornudos (Fundación Juan March 2018). In Pulso (Teatros del Canal 2016) and the special collaboration with the Ballet Nacional de España Zaguán (Teatro de la Zarzuela 2015) and the musical work Enchanted with Montse Cortés and Yasmin Levy (Teatro Español 2014). Special mention in lighting works such as La vida a Palos and Esto no es la casa de Bernarda Alba by Carlota Ferrer (Teatros del Canal 2017-18). Los Mariachis by Pablo Remón (Sala Negra Canal 2018) and the award-winning Historias de Usera by Fernando Sánchez Cabezudo, Max Award 2017 Best Private Production (Matadero-Sala Kubik 2016) and Danzad Malditos by Alberto Velasco, Max Award to the revelation show 2016 (Matadero 2015-16).
