Curiculum Vitae
Brian S. Kurtz
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Academics and Education
B.F.A. In Theatre Design and Technology, emphasis in Lighting Design,
Pennsylvania State University, Graduated May 2010
Professional Memberships
United States Institute for Theatre Technology
Honors and Awards
Mabel Reed Knight Scholarship Recipient, 2009-2010
$150 Arts and Architecture Research Grant, 2007
Lighting Designs
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | True Vllains | Summer 2010 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Guys and Dolls | Summer 2009 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Disney Spectacular | Summer 2009 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Beauty and the Beast | Summer 2009 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Willy Wonka Jr. | Summer 2009 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | High School Musical 2 | Summer 2009 |
| Stafford Township Arts Center | Footloose | Summer 2008 |
| Surflight Theatre | Intern Cabaret 2008 | Summer 2008 |
| Surflight Children's Theatre | Snow White (two sets, two designs) | Summer 2008 | Surflight Children's Theatre | Cinderella | Summer 2008 |
| Surflight Children's Theatre | Wizard of Oz | Summer 2008 |
| Surflight Children's Theatre | Alice in Wonderland | Summer 2008 |
Assistant Lighting Designer
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Penn State School of Theatre | We Are... Dead State (Haunted House) |
Fall 2009 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Aida | Summer 2006 |
Lighting/Midi Programmer
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Penn State School of Theatre | Sunday in the Park with George |
Spring 2010 |
| Penn State School of Theatre | The Wiz | Spring 2009 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Oklahoma | Summer 2007 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Summer Stage (four small shows) | Summer 2007 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Aida | Summer 2006 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Summer Stage (four small shows) | Summer 2006 |
Master Electrician
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Penn State School of Theatre | Tale of a West Texas Marsupial Girl | Fall 2008 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Oklahoma | Summer 2007 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Summer Stage (four small shows) | Summer 2007 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Aida | Summer 2006 |
| Voorhees Theatre Company | The Music Man | Fall 2005 |
Assistant Master Electrician
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Penn State School of Theatre | Die Fledermaus | Spring 2008 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Summer Stage (four small shows) | Summer 2006 |
Electrics Intern/Spotlight Operator
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Surflight Theatre | All Shook Up | Summer 2008 |
| Surflight Theatre | Chicago | Summer 2008 |
| Surflight Theatre | The Producers | Summer 2008 |
| Surflight Theatre | Oklahoma | Summer 2008 |
Assistant Technical Director Experience
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Penn State School of Theatre | Pentecost | Fall 2007 |
Lighting Board Operator/Programmer
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Penn State School of Theatre | Five Women Wearing the Same Dress | Spring 2007 |
| The Pavilion Projects | Speaking in Tongues | Fall 2006 |
| Voorhees Theatre Company | The Music Man | Fall 2005 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Summer Stage (four small shows) | Summer 2004 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Summer Stage (four small shows) | Summer 2003 |
Deck Electrician for a Touring Company (Local Crew)
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Eisenhower Auditorium | Hairspray Tour | Spring 2007 |
| Eisenhower Auditorium | The Producers Tour | Winter 2006 |
Other Theatrical Experience
| Theatre: | Production: | Date: |
| Penn State School of Theatre | Numerous Shows (Hang and Focus) | 2006-Present |
| Penn State Thespians | Rocky Horror “Picture” Show | Fall 2006 |
| Haddonfield Plays and Players | Aladdin Jr. | Spring 2006 |
| The Road Company | Cabaret | Winter 2006 |
| Camden County College | The Diary of Anne Frank | Winter 2005 |
| Camden County College | Charlotte's Web | Fall 2005 |
| Spotlighters | Oliver | Spring 2005 |
| Voorhees Theatre Company | South Pacific | Winter 2004-2005 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Footloose | Summer 2004 |
| Spotlighters | Guys and Dolls | Spring 2004 |
| Voorhees Theatre Company | Peter Pan | Winter 2003-2004 |
| The Ritz | The Music Man | Fall 2003 |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts | Annie Get Your Gun | Summer 2003 |
| Studio 42 Summer Theatre | Cinderella | Summer 2001 |
Academic and Professional Service
Webmaster/Historian - USITT@PSU, Fall 2008-Spring 2010
Webmaster/Publicist – Dance Dance Maniacs, Fall 2008-Spring 2009
Other Theatrical Skills
| Carpentry/Rigging Computer Drafting (Vectorworks) 3D Rendering (Vectorworks) Hand Drafting Soldering Sound Effects Design Stage Management |
Props Construction Practical Wiring Machine Sewing Hand Sewing Scenic Painting Model Building Digital Photography |
Related Work Experience
| Penn State School of Theatre Fall 2009-Present |
Work Study position in the Electrics Shop. Assist the staff electrician in maintenance, organization and repair of all equipment and spaces for the School of Theatre. Also work on hangs and focuses for all shows and various other duties as needed. |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts Summer 2009 |
Lighting Designer, chose lighting instruments and colors, developed a plot, set the mood and looks via lighting. Designed a total of 5 shows and several single night events. Oversaw safety and training of the electrics crew. |
| Partypalooza Summer 2009 |
Worked part time to help fill in when needed as a stock clerk, order puller and organizer. Also worked on general maintenance of inventory. |
| Penn State University Fall 2008-Present |
Resident Assistant, helping first year students get acquainted with college life, supervising the residence hall and making sure university policies are upheld. Run programs for the floor and building community among the residents. |
| Surflight Theatre Summer 2008 |
Electrics Intern. Assist in hang, focus, maintenance and repair of lights. Run spotlight for Mainstage shows and design lights for Children's Theatre. |
| Bryce Jordan Center Spring 2007-Spring 2008 |
Worked on Stage Crew for load-in and load out of concerts. |
| LateNight Penn State Fall 2007-Spring 2008 |
In charge of video game nights and tournaments and assisting with general setup and take down. |
| Eisenhower Auditorium Fall 2006-Spring 2008 |
Worked on Back of House crew for load in, load out and strike of sets. Also working run crew for larger shows. |
| Mainstage Center for the Arts Summer 2006 & Summer 2007 |
Worked as an electrician, board programmer/operator and general staff for four small shows and one large show. |
| Partypalooza Spring 2005-Summer 2007 |
Worked as stock clerk, order puller and organizer. Also worked on general straightening and maintenance of inventory. |
| Super G Supermarket Fall 2004-Summer 2005 |
Worked as cashier at the registers. Occasionally worked with products on the shelves. |
| The Siding Man Winter 2003-Winter 2005 |
Worked in the office answering phones, taking messages, setting up appointments, sending follow-up letters, filing letters and general office help. Also troubleshooting computers as needed. |
| Congregation B’nai Tikvah Fall 2003-Spring 2004 |
Worked as a Hebrew tutor and office assistant. Performed many small tasks as required. |
| Cerebral Palsy Center of Gloucester and Salem Counties Fall 2002- Winter 2004 |
Volunteered as a classroom assistant and office worker. Helped students in learning and assisted teachers with activities. Also did minor office work on occasion such as laminating, making cut outs and other teaching materials for classroom use. |
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