In my own words, "The Nether" is a dive into the darkest psychological and ethical questions of how to cope with a digital future. My design sought to be the dark underbelly of an idyllic portrait of eternal youth and beauty.
Transition from PRESHOW to SCENE 1: Interrogation Room. Heard in black; bumps coordinated with lights.
Transition into PAPA's lush Victorian foyer. The scenic panels roll away. He spins IRIS out of transition sound. Someone is at the door. WARNING: high volume.
Transition from PAPA's foyer into the interrogation room.
The Nether
written by Jennifer Haley
directed by David Kahawaii IV
lighting design by Valerie Insardi
scenic design by Vincent Gunn
costume design by Elizabeth Wilson
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photos by Avery Bart