ARIA MODERNA By Little Black Dress Creatives

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PRESENTERʼS INFORMATION

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Contents

COMPANY PROFILE……………………………………………………………….3

ABOUT THE SHOW………………………………………………………………...3

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICS……………………………………………………..5

AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT……………………………………………………….6

MARKETING…………………………………………………………………………8

PRODUCTION DETAILS………………………………………………………….16

CONTACTS…………………………………………………………………………19

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COMPANY PROFILE Little Black Dress Creatives is an independent production company, born from the tenacity of a small group of rogue classical singers who wanted more. Founded by Brisbane-based performing arts professionals, LBD Creatives is driven by Company Director Alicia Cush and Producer Bethan Ellsmore, who are passionate about music and theatre that showcases talented artists in both niche works that defy genre convention, and high-quality corporate and concert performances that promote excellence in craft. Over the past three years, Little Black Dress Creatives has developed a reputation for its unique ability to present classical repertoire and vocal techniques in creative contemporary contexts. Previous productions, Aria moderna, Where the Wild Roses Grow and I Can Keep A Secret, have received acclaim for this distinct artistic voice and innovative fusion of styles. The collective has produced work for Adelaide Fringe Festival, Anywhere Theatre Festival and Brisbane Fringe Festival and presented at Brisbane Festival, Queensland Music Festival, Brisbane Cabaret Festival, Woodford Folk Festival and Noosa Long Weekend. Objectives for touring The directors of Little Black Dress Creatives are driven and committed to touring their body of work throughout Queensland and Australia. At the core of creating productions of artistic excellence and integrity, born from passion for the operatic art form, are the fundamental goals that the content of our work is accessible for a wide range of audiences, highly entertaining and easily-tourable. As well as performing in traditional theatres, the company has always had a focus on devising and staging site-specific and site-responsive work in unconventional spaces, including past performances in a boxing ring, an abandoned warehouse and various gallery spaces. 2014 marks the fourth year that the company has been involved with the Anywhere Theatre Festival and their announcement as Creative Partners with the festival. Accessibility of artistic content is paramount and removal of the ʻfourthʼ wall of theatre is essential. The artists are passionate about sharing their unique creative voice, whether it be in a proscenium theatre one night and an acoustic performance in a small hall the next. ABOUT THE SHOW SHOW SYNPOSIS Aria moderna is an evocative site-responsive performance where the operatic aria is revised, refreshed and renewed for contemporary eyes and ears. In a spectacle of light and sound, urban projection art accompanies a rich electro-opera soundscape masterminded by Brisbaneʼs most innovative classical singers and finest electronic producers. Three ethereal voices perform to a soundtrack of contemporary collaborators from a Burton-esque film composer; electro-pop songstress and hip hop beat-maker through to dubstep prince and four-to-the-floor house duo. Exchanging the orchestra for laptop, the blue alien is brought to the concert stage; Handel meets a dance beat, Purcell gets experimental and Tchaikovsky sips a coffee at the Cafe del Mar. Performed in both traditional and non-traditional spaces, theatre sets are replaced with urban projection art design; cast on drop curtain, laneway brick wall, warehouse

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or cave rock face. Modern interpretations of operatic scenery have been developed specifically to complement each sonic vignette for a mesmeric experience. This genre-defying work melds opera, animation, live vocal manipulation and physical theatre, exploring operaʼs finest melodies in chronological order from Monteverdiʼs LʼOrfeo, through to Madame Butterfly and Gershwinʼs ʻSummertimeʼ. Aria moderna is space-adaptable, easily portable and able to be shaped into varied venues and time constraints in collaboration with the artists. This is a truly unique work featuring the talents of 11 young Queensland -based emerging artists. HISTORY OF THE SHOW

• Anywhere Theatre Festival 2013, Turbine Platform Brisbane Powerhouse – May 8-10

• Anywhere Theatre Festival 2013, State Library of Queensland (work in development – Concert Pilot) – May 17

Show Background – Notes from the Creative Director Aria moderna was created in 2013, specifically for the Gallery space at the State Library of Queensland as part of the Anywhere Theatre Festival. This one-off and sold out performance was first presented ʻin concertʼ and featured the four singers of Belladiva with a combination of electronica tracks and live accompaniment by classical guitarist Joel Woods in-the-round. Creative Director Alicia Cush commissioned six local producers/programmers to work in collaboration to take traditional operatic arias and re-imagine the music in an electronic context. Following the performance, there was a clear vision for the future direction of the work. Both the aural and visual elements needed to fuse with the music to create a truly cohesive and entertaining work. From the outset of this creative development, the focus has been to create and deliver a flexible and easily tourable work that can be site-responsive. All the involved artists have had a keen interest in the collaborative creation of a work with great artistic integrity, longevity and these above aims in mind. In 2014, the work has been through a period a creative development with a director/choreographer (Lisa Faʼalafi) to devise highly stylised movement; two animators (Elle Reid and Luke Brohman) to generate artwork stemming from the original operatic sources, and a sound designer (Andrew Snook) to create a series of sound effects for live vocal manipulation. Furthermore, there has also been the creation of minimalistic costuming and set design and the commission of two new electronic tracks by Stephanie Ganfield and Willem Bakker. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Created by Alicia Cush and the Aria moderna creative team Creative Director: Alicia Cush Director/Movement: Lisa Faʼalafi Performers: Alicia Cush, Bethan Ellsmore & Jade Moffat Projection Artists: Elle Reid & Luke Brohman Sound Designer: Andrew Snook Musical Director: Alicia Cush

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Programmers/Composers: Sam Grace, Andrei Maberley, River Petein, Kathryn McKee, Stephanie Ganfield and Willem Bakker Website: www.littleblackdresscreatives.com Logos Required: Little Black Dress Creatives BIOGRAPHIES Director - Lisa Faʼalafi Lisa is an independent director, choreographer, performer, designer and co-founder of artist collective Polytoxic. She has helped steer the company to be the most prominent Pacific theatre company in Australia, enabling her to work as director, choreographer, cultural liaison and tour internationally. Creative Director/Performer – Alicia Cush Alicia is an operatic performer, musical director and independent producer. Currently, Alicia is a member of Opera Queensland and is the founder and artistic director of Brisbane-based operatic ensemble Belladiva and opera-cabaret collective Babushka. Producer/Performer – Bethan Ellsmore Recently graduating from the Queensland Conservatorium, Bethan is an extraordinarily diverse performer who has been a soloist for Oscar Theatre Company, Underground Opera, Sounding Out Collective and Ignatian's Showstoppers/Songbirds. Performer - Jade Moffat Jade is one of Australiaʼs most promising young operatic mezzo-sopranos. She recently completed studies at the Queensland Conservatorium, followed by selection as an Opera Q Developing Artist. She is the recent Mathy Award winner and currently singing with Opera Australia in Madama Butterfly. Sound Designer - Andrew Snook Andrew is an experienced professional in the music industry at a commercial level in many roles including; live, studio and location sound engineer, lighting engineer, music producer, repair and construction and design of audio/electrical equipment. Andrew is currently an A/V Technician at St Peters Lutheran College. Animator - Elle Reid Elle is an emerging Brisbane-based animation artist and recent graduate from the Queensland College of Art. She has worked as an Intern at Liquid Animation Studios and is currently an Animation Teacher at Southbank Institute of Technology. Animator - Luke Brohman Luke is a visual media artist with a focus on film and animation, driven toward a goal of creating striking and engaging films. A recent Bachelor of Animation graduate from the Southbank Institute of Technology, Luke currently teaches at the same institution and runs Creative Destruction. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICS DURATION Full version: 60 mins (no interval) Shorter versions exist in the following durations: 45 mins/30 mins/20 mins SUITABLE VENUES Aria moderna is a site-responsive/space-adaptable work and can be suitable for Theatre, Blackbox theatres, halls, rehearsal spaces, outdoors and non-traditional spaces Note: The work does require a dark space for the projection to work effectively. Outdoor performances must be presented at night.

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MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PERFORMANCES PER WEEK 5 performances MINIMUM BREAK BETWEEN PERFORMANCES 90 minutes (and less for the shorter versions of the work) TOURING PERSONNEL The touring party consists of 4 people Name Role Alicia Cush Performer/Tour Manager Bethan Ellsmore Performer Jade Moffat Performer Andrew Snook Sound Technician/Projectionist

PERFORMANCE HISTORY Year Venue Number of

performances 2014 Brisbane Powerhouse 3 2013 State Library of Qld 1

AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT OVERVIEW Community engagement opportunities associated with this touring work will involve two different workshops, directed at members of our target audience/demographic. These workshops will focus on improving the vocal skills and vocal music appreciation of locals, in a format and with experienced professionals that is not normally accessible. It is hoped that these activities will build a stronger relationship between artist and audience and encourage the audience to become more invested with the artists and work. Objectives – Improve the individual vocal skills of young, amateur and community singers to strengthen the local music community, including involvement in choirs, musical societies and school groups. WORKSHOP #1 - DESCRIPTION / DETAILS Advanced Vocal Masterclass – The Art of Auditioning This 2-hour workshop/masterclass will help demystify what can be a daunting process – the audition; professional and amateur theatre productions, vocal examinations, performances and entry into tertiary institutions. Run by musical director/performer Alicia Cush and performer Bethan Ellsmore, this workshop will give young singers the techniques to deal with the most challenging musical audition, providing a basic introduction to audition techniques and preparation. This will be followed by an interactive masterclass, where each student will give a mock audition and receive constructive musical and performance feedback; from style and interpretation, repertoire choice, movement and introductions to singing technique and musical accuracy. Participants should expect to learn adequate knowledge and skills to better prepare for any style of audition and gain important performance experience and confidence in front of a mock panel and live audience.

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Participants are required to provide sheet music or high quality backing track for the pianist to play at the masterclass (this may be required in advance). Requirements: Piano or keyboard if available (this can be provided by the company) Note: Local pianist/accompanist may be hired in each area COST $390.00 total for the presenter OR $40.00 per participant (minimum 10 singers) TARGET AUDIENCE FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Secondary school age students, young adults, amateur singers Experienced singers (not suitable for absolute beginners) The target audience will be reached through specific promotion to local schools, music schools and music societies. WORKSHOP #2 - DESCRIPTION / DETAILS Hitting the High Notes - Introduction to basic singing technique for the amateur singer This 2-hour workshop explores the most mysterious instrument of all; the voice. Learn the fundamental elements of vocal technique through group exercises in an informative and practical, but relaxed group environment. Participants will learn elements of postural alignment, breathing technique, basic physiology, vowel shapes, resonance, range and more, as taught in leading tertiary institutions. Run by musical director/performer Alicia Cush and performer Bethan Ellsmore, this workshop will give young singers basic general knowledge, vocal health tips, introductory technical exercises and the confidence to further explore the possibilities of their voices. The workshop is ideal for choral groups, school and community ensembles, and would be greatly suited to be conducted during a regular rehearsal time. The information presented is also greatly suitable and appropriate for music/choral teachers and conductors as professional development. Participants are not required to provide anything and will be supplied with any music learned. Each session will conclude with question time for specific requests and technical questions. Requirements: Piano or keyboard if available (this can be provided by the company) Note: Local pianist/accompanist may be hired in each area COST $390 total for the presenter OR $40 per participant for small groups (minimum 10 participants) TARGET AUDIENCE FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Primary school age students, Secondary school age students, young adults, amateur singers, choral groups (Singers in primary school age bracket to only participate in a young voices workshop – not suitable to mix with older participants) Suitable for beginner to intermediate singers The target audience will be reached through specific promotion to local schools, music schools and music societies.

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MARKETING MARKETING COPY One liner (11 words) Opera collides with the digital world in an urban electro-opera spectacle. Short (99 words) Aria Moderna is a spectacle that features electro-opera, urban projection art and physical theatre. See three classical singers create experimental crossover music with Brisbaneʼs best electronica producers; from a Burton-esque film composer, electro-pop songstress and hip hop beat-maker through to a dub step prince and house music duo. In Aria Moderna, the orchestra is exchanged for a laptop, Handel meets a dance beat and Tchaikovsky collides with Cafe del Mar. If you enjoy variety then this show is for you- Aria Moderna melds opera, animation and live vocal manipulation alongside electro-pop to create an entirely new form of entertainment. Extended (154 words) Aria moderna is an evocative spectacle of light and sound that fuses a rich electro-opera soundscape with urban projection art. The operatic aria is re-imagined for a modern palate by Brisbaneʼs most innovative classical singers and finest electronica producers. Three ethereal voices perform live to a soundtrack of contemporary collaborators from a Burton-esque film composer, electro-pop songstress and hip hop beat-maker through to dubstep prince and four-to-the-floor house duo. Exchanging the orchestra for laptop, the blue alien is brought to the concert stage; Handel meets a dance beat, Purcell gets experimental and Tchaikovsky sips a coffee at the Cafe del Mar. Theatre sets are replaced with projected animation in modern interpretations of operatic scenery, developed specifically to complement each sonic vignette for a mesmeric experience. This genre-defying work melds opera, animation, live vocal manipulation and physical theatre, exploring opera’s finest melodies in chronological order from Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo, through to Madame Butterfly and Gershwin’s ‘Summertime’. MARKETING SUMMARY Target audience: 8yrs-15yrs; Secondary school students [16-17yrs]; 18-35yrs; 35-60 yrs; 60+yrs Specific demographics:

• Secondary school students • Secondary Music students • Community choristers • Singing Hobbyists • Classical Music/Opera lovers

Marketing Notes/Unique Selling Points: • Diversity of appeal in audience – the demographic is varied • Great curiosity in the work, due to it sitting outside of ʻnormalʼ genres • Crossover nature of the work makes the opera genre more accessible –

removal of the ʻfourthʼ wall

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Successful Past Marketing • Working with local councils for pop-up performances • Radio interviews with recordings • Live on-air performances • Workshops with community groups and school age students

MEDIA QUOTES “…they twisted the traditional opera sound into something a little experimental, a bit different, and a lot entertaining.” Aussie Theatre

“..I at times found myself almost falling into the music, lulled into a somewhat meditative state of mind by the organic sound effects and beautiful clarity of their voices.” XS Entertainment

"…these singers excite with their vocal harmonies, technical excellence and dramatic polished delivery." Brisbane2Bay

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http://aussietheatre.com.au/reviews/aria-moderna-by-belladiva

Reviewed by: Sharon Keinonen on Friday 17 May 2013

Belladiva graced the State Library for a one-night only performance as part of the Anywhere Theatre Festival with their new work Aria Moderna.

Combining elements of cabaret, recital and staged concert presentation, the program features modern versions of music from Purcell, Handel, Monteverdi, Delibes, Mascagni and Faure, exchanging the grand piano for a laptop and drum machine.

This was a collaborative effort by several bodies demonstrating classic opera melodies set to a techno beat. Dubbed ‘electro opera’ this was a fine blend of beautiful voices and modern tempos. Classed as ‘roving entertainment’, the audience was treated to a mix of amplified beat box sounds, acoustic renditions, multi-directional harmonies and a varied programme.

The show was staged in collaboration with The Anywhere Theatre Festival which is a Brisbane based not-for-profit company with a vision to “propel a world-wide trend for exciting, engaging, passionate theatre anywhere but traditional theatre spaces”.

Whilst this is good in theory, and may lend itself to wonderful atmospheric performances and intimate gatherings, sometimes the logistics of such things are problematic. The State Library venue is classed as a sitting/standing venue, but that was not much consolation when half the audience turned up and realised that there were not enough chairs for the amount of people attending, and that they had to stand for forty-five minutes or so to watch the performance. (However, the organisers did find some more chairs to seat about two thirds of the audience.)

Aside from that, the ladies from Belladiva: Bethan Ellsmore, Laura Coutts, Michelle Bull & Alicia Cush were entrancing. With impeccable grooming and soaring voices, the girls put on an evening that was a treat for all attending.

The roving, whilst keeping it varied, was a little distracting at times, as was the use of microphones in some of the numbers, and inconsistent lighting. However, production values aren’t really the focus of the Anywhere Theatre Festival so we can forgive these discrepancies in the spirit of emerging artists working in non-theatrical environments.

And although the programme was a little abstract, overall it was a most enjoyable evening by Belladiva (and young guitarist Joel Woods), as they twisted the traditional opera sound into something a little experimental, a bit different, and a lot entertaining.!

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REVIEW: Aria Moderna MAY 19, 2013 / REVIEWS

Belladiva and Little Black Dress Productions present ARIA MODERNA as part of Anywhere Theatre Festival ! Venue: The Gallery, State Library of Queensland ! Duration: 60 minutes In Aria Moderna, opera goes electric. Styled in blood-red gowns, the four sopranos of Belladiva channel operaʼs heroines from the earliest decades of the art-form to the present. Belladiva are Bethan Ellsmore, Alicia Cush, Laura Coutts and Michelle Bull. Theyʼve been exploring the boundaries of pop opera since 2008 and have a dedicated following. It was standing room only for this one night performance. Superbly aided and abetted by their musical collaborators, the emotive and narrative core of each piece has been explored, challenged and re-presented for the contemporary audience. The opening number Pur ti miro from Monteverdiʼs The Coronation of Poppea(1643) received a modern makeover: a lush house track by Maberley and Petein, verses sung in English by Bethan and the main duet theme in Italian became the chorus. In Paradis/The Bell Song (Leo Delibes, 1883), Maberley and Petein create a sonic forest in prelude to the ringing of Lakmeʼs magic bell as she saves Vishnu from wild beasts. Each collaboration brings a new and gorgeous electro-pop dimension to the arias. Kathryn McKeeʼs track evokes the exotic as Laura channels the beauteous dancer La Charmeuse (Massenet, 1894); Nuxe places Madama Butterfly amongst cherry blossoms as she waits for the return of her lover in One Beautiful Day (Puccini, 1904); Stephanie Ganfieldʼs track breaks the heart as Dido (Alicia), abandoned by Aeneas, prepares to mount the funeral pyre (Purcell, 1688); and, Sammsonite lays tracks fit for Queens – Cleopatra in Il destino (Handel, 1722) and the Queens of Spades in Arcadia (Tchaikovsky, 1890). Acoustic interludes are accompanied by recent Conservatorium graduate, Joel Woods, on guitar. Bethan and Laura in The Two Faces of Gretchen hauntingly explore Gretchenʼs troubled infatuation for Faust (Schubert, 1814), and, in the standout closing number, El Fauno (Navarrete, 2006), Belladiva take us deep into Panʼs Labyrinth as a young girl tries to survive fascist Spain. The concert was conducted in the round – not in the centre of the audience – but by creating stage spaces on three walls so we rotated to face them. This allowed for some more intimate settings than a large stage for some pieces. Belladiva excite with their vocal harmonies, technical excellence and dramatic polished delivery accompanied by the rich sonic landscapes of their collaborators. One night only is not enough. Performance seen: 17 May Review: Shirley Way from Brisbane 2 Bay. Check out her blog and other reviews here.

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VIDEO LINKS Available by June 2014, following the season premiere. IMAGES Promotional Images

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Images by Black Bee Studio Access high resolution versions via: www.littleblackdresscreatives.com/ariamoderna Live Images available by June 2014. MARKETING MATERIALS

1. Poster, flyer and postcard artwork is ready for print and distribution 2. Broadcast quality footage of the work will be available by June 2014 3. Promotional video trailer will be available by June 2014

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4. Excerpt recordings of the work’s music (vocals and electronic track) are available for promotion (for radio play or for website play)

BRISBANE POWERHOUSE SEASON 2014

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THEATRE

Aria Moderna is a spectacle that features electro-opera, urban projection art and is part of the annual Anywhere Theatre Festival 2014. See three classical singers create experimental crossover music with Brisbane’s best electronica producers; from a Burton-esque film composer, electro-pop songstress and hip hop beat-maker through to a dub step prince and house music duo.

In Aria Moderna, the orchestra is exchanged for a laptop, Handel meets a dance beat and Tchaikovsky collides with Cafe del Mar. If you enjoy variety then this show is for you. Aria Moderna melds cabaret, opera and physical

SEE OPERA MEET THE DIGITAL AGE.

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PRESENTED BY

BRISBANE POWERHOUSE,

ANYWHERE THEATRE FESTIVAL AND

LITTLE BLACK DRESS CREATIVES

DATE Thu 8–Sat 10 May

TIME 9.30pm

VENUE Turbine Platform

DURATION 60 mins

TICKETS Thu $26,

Fri-Sat $30(f), $26(c)

+$6 transaction fee.

(General admission,

standing room with

limited seating)

ARIA MODERNA

theatre alongside electro-pop to create an entirely new form of entertainment.

“...they twisted the traditional opera sound into something a little experimental, a bit different, and a lot entertaining.” AUSSIE THEATRE

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OWN PROMOTIONAL POSTER & E-FLYER

CONTENT WARNINGS / AUDIENCES TO AVOID None TEACHERʼS RESOURCES

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To be developed by the end of 2014 PRODUCTION DETAILS GENERAL NOTES

• The following points list the optimum requirements for the work, however Little Black Dress Creatives is open to working with presenters in managing these requirements; details and variations can be negotiated during the contract phase.

• The touring company will consist of: o 3 performers (full length work/45 mins version)/2 performers (30min &

20min versions) o Production Technician

TECHNICAL SUMMARY Little Black Dress Creatives have created the work to cater to the three tier levels of technical production, depending on venue and performance context. Each production element has been broken down into three levels; Tier One (optimal production) to Tier Three (basic/minimum production). Furthermore, all production elements are flexible and can be a combination of in venue equipment and company equipment. EXAMPLE SCHEDULE Note: The following are examples only – please contact Alicia Cush at Little Black Dress Creatives to discuss exact schedule for proposed show times. Example - Same day open, evening show 14:00-16:00 Bump in Sound & projector/Rig backdrops (or screen) 16:00-18:00 Sound Check/Technical Rehearsal/Focus projector, plot show 18:00-19:15 Break 19:15 Doors open 19:30-20:30 Performance 20:30-21:30 Bump out Example – Same day open, 2 show day 8:30-10:30 Bump in Sound & projector/Rig backdrops (or screen) 10:30-12:30 Sound Check/Technical Rehearsal/Focus projector, plot show 12:30-13:45 Break/Artist call to Dress & make-up 13:45 Doors open 14:00-15:00 Performance 1 15:00-15:30 Reset onstage & artists remove make-up and costuming 15:15-18:00 Break 18:00-19:00 Artist call to Dress & make-up 19:15 Doors open 19:30-20:30 Performance 2 20:30-21:30 Bump out CREW REQUIRED FROM VENUE At the very minimum:

• Rigger x 1 (if necessary for venue) – Our touring production technician has a riggerʼs licence

• Stage manager x 1 for technical rehearsal and show call

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• Floor technician x 1 for bump-in, technical rehearsal and show call STAGE The ideal stage area in 8m wide by 6m deep, though the work is site-responsive and the stage area is flexible depending on venue. Set: Set: 1 x 3m white drape, 4 x 1.5m white drapes to be hung from trusses at rear of stage or space in front of black curtain (Set not necessary if the surface to be projected onto is suitable and if the projector is of high enough quality) Little Black Dress Creatives to supply white drapes Venue to supply black curtain if necessary LIGHTING Lighting is not necessary for the work, as the projection is designed to provide the desired effect and adequate light for performers. Only house lights are needed. Little Black Dress Creatives to supply the projection art, laptop and projector where necessary. Venue to supply adequate house lighting and high quality projector is available SOUND Tier 1 (Optimal Production) 7 input channels

• 3x wireless headset mic (DPA d:fine, Countryman H6, or similar) • 2x line in for backing (stereo) • 2x line in for fx returns (stereo)

• 3x compressors @ FOH for vox channels. Preferably clean/transparent

sounding. Foldback;

• Separate monitors desk + engineer • 3x in-ear wireless sends (Sennheiser ew500 G3 series or similar) • 3x foldback sends, each with 31 band graphic EQ or minimum 4 band fully

parametric EQ • Minimum 3x foldback wedges (in conjunction with in-ear system, as hot-

swapable backup) FX Sends;

• 3x pre-fade aux sends, or pre-fade direct outs (1 from each vocal channel) Tier 2 (Intermediate level Production) 10 input channels;

• 3x wireless headset vox mic (DPA d:fine, Countryman H6, or similar) o each mic split into 1x FOH & 1x foldback channel. Splits can be @

FOH console via xlr splitter cable [we supply], or from internal routing if using capable digital console.

• 2x line in for backing (stereo) • 2x line in for fx returns (stereo)

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• 6x compressors for vox channels. (3 for FOH, 3 for Monitors). Preferably clean/transparent sounding. (Minimum 3x compressors for vox @ FOH)

Foldback;

• Minimum 3x foldback sends, each with 31 band graphic EQ or minimum 4 band fully parametric EQ

• Minimum 3x foldback wedges (If in-ear system used, wedges to remain as hot-swapable backup)

FX Sends;

• 3x additional sends from FOH console. Sends can be via pre-fade aux, or pre-fade direct outs (1 from each vocal channel).

Tier 3 (Basic/Minimum Production) 10 input channels;

• 3x wireless vocal mic (Sennheiser, Shure or similar. Must be super/hyper cardioid.)

o each mic split into 1x FOH & 1x foldback channel. Splits can be @ FOH console via xlr splitter cable [we supply], or from internal routing if using capable digital console.

• 2x line in for backing (stereo) • 2x line in for fx returns (stereo)

• 6x compressors for vox channels. (3 for FOH, 3 for monitors). Preferably

clean/transparent sounding. (Minimum 3x compressors for vox @ FOH) Foldback;

• Minimum 3x foldback sends, each with 31 band graphic EQ or minimum 4 band fully parametric EQ

• Minimum 3x foldback wedges (If in-ear system used, wedges to remain as hot-swapable backup)

FX Sends; • 3x additional sends from FOH console. Sends can be via pre-fade aux, or

pre-fade direct outs (1 from each vocal channel). Little Black Dress Creatives to supply headset or wireless mics and P.A. system if necessary. Preferably, Venue to supply all the above audio equipment, but P.A. and foldback wedges at the very least. AV Tier 1 (Optimal level production)

• Minimum of 1 projector, up to 3 • Projector(s) should have min. 7000 lumens output, min. 1000:1 contrast ratio,

and lens angle sufficient to cover stage width @16:9 aspect ratio. Tier 2 (Intermediate level production)

• Minimum of 1 projector, up to 2. • Projector(s) should have min. 5000 lumens output, min. 1000:1 contrast ratio,

and lens angle sufficient to cover stage width @16:9 aspect ratio. Tier 3 (Basic/minimum level production)

• 1x projector

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• Projector(s) should have min. 5000 lumens output, min. 1000:1 contrast ratio, and lens angle sufficient to cover stage width @16:9 aspect ratio.

Little Black Dress Creatives to supply projector where necessary. Preferably, venue to supply high quality projector where available. WARDROBE Wardrobe is minimal – one costume per performer Little Black Dress Creatives to supply costumes, fabric steamer Venue to supply dressing rooms with mirrors and adequate lighting, power supply for steamer and a clothes rack for hanging costumes. FREIGHT NOTES Touring elements will arrive with the touring party and is easily transportable in a van. Access to loading dock is only necessary when the company P.A. is being used. Otherwise, all freight can be carried into the venue by the touring production technician and artists. CRITICAL ISSUES

• Complete blackout (or as close to) is necessary for the animation to project successfully

• If the venue provides the projector, it must be high quality and in good working order (no less than 5000 lumens)

CONTACTS All artistic, programming, publicity and technical enquiries to: Alicia Cush Creative Director Little Black Dress Creatives e| alicia@littleblackdresscreatives.com w| www.littleblackdresscreatives.com m| +61 418 783 082