<![CDATA[Emma Bibby - Blog]]>Mon, 21 May 2012 20:22:54 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Wyrd Sisters]]>Thu, 03 May 2012 06:41:08 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/05/wyrd-sisters.htmlIt may be a bit early to be talking about Chritmas but I had a meeting today regarding the Christmas show at The Lace Market Theatre. They are putting on a performace of 'Wyrd Sisters'. An alternative story based on the tale of Macbeth.
The Directors vision for the play is that he wants to use the theme of SteamPunk for the world in which the play takes place. For those of you not familiar with the concept of SteamPunk then it  'incorporates elements of science fiction, fantasy, alternative history and horror. It involves a setting where steam power is widely used—whether in an
alternate history such as Victorian  era Britain or "Wild West"-era United States, or in a post-apocalyptic time.'

Initial discussions of the set are very ambitious but if it is achieved then it will be a play not to be missed!]]><![CDATA[Alternative Fashion Show]]>Wed, 02 May 2012 06:29:12 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/05/alternative-fashion-show.htmlI had an interview today for an events assistant role for a charity fashion show. Not only did I get the role I also got the fancy title of Set Designer and Operational Logistics. 
I am super excited for this project, it sounds like it is going to be huge! There is press involvement and everything!
The charity is MHCP which is based in Japan. It is a really cool project in which a giant 'herbman' is planted out of medical herbs and sold in the form of teas at a cafe to raise money which goes towards building playgrounds for children in poor areas. Check out the website for more info.  http://www.mhcp.jp/index.html

We already have a model casting arranged for the 15th at The Orange Tree in Nottingham. As of yet a venue or date has not yet been con

I will keep you posted as the project develops.
]]><![CDATA[Sneak Peak of The Rivals at Lace Market Theatre]]>Sat, 10 Mar 2012 05:14:21 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/03/sneak-peak-of-the-rivals-at-lace-market-theatre.htmlStarting on Monday 12th March is The Rivals at Lace Market Theatre in Nottingham. It is a classic comedy set in the 18th Century in Bath. Featuring such delightful characters as Lydia Languish, Sir Anthony Absolute, Sir Lucius O'Trigger and we cannot forget the proverbial Mrs Malaprop.

Tickets are still available so get yours before they sell out at  http://www.lacemarkettheatre.co.uk/ 

Click here for a few  sneak peak photos of the set, designed by Peter Hillier and painted by moi!


]]><![CDATA[And the Tech Assistant role goes to......]]>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:19:31 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/02/and-the-tech-assistant-role-goes-to.htmlME!!!!!!
I am super happy! I won't lie I was jumping around like a loony when I got the email.

First rehearsal is April 1st and the show runs from 10th July til the 21st.

I think you should all go and buy tickets. ]]><![CDATA[Little Shop of Horrors]]>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 06:31:34 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/02/little-shop-of-horrors.htmlI have just been for an interview with Martin Berry about a technical assistant role on his upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors at the Lakeside Arts Centre. I should hear back on Monday whether I have the role or not. Hopefully I do because it is a fantastic opportunity to shadow a professional and make some good contacts. Not to mention, the production would be so much fun to work on, it is a fantastic musical. It was mentioned that I could definitely help out with the set painting so that is a bonus and at least I get to be involved somehow.
So, keeping my fingers crossed! It is going to be a long weekend of anticipation. ]]><![CDATA[Little Voice: So sad it is over]]>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:22:21 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/02/little-voice-so-sad-it-is-over.htmlSo Saturday was the final performances of Little Voice at Lace Market Theatre. For an amature production it was just fantastic and deserves to have lived longer than just the week it ran for. Me and the rest f the cast and crew are so sad to say goodbye to it. Who knows, one day it may be resurrected, I am keeping my fingers crossed.

All I have heard is positive feedback so well done to everyone involved. Here is another review for your viewing pleasure from LeftLion magazine:
http://www.leftlion.co.uk/articles.cfm/title/the-rise-and-fall-of-little-voice/id/4280 
]]><![CDATA[The Rise and Fall of Little Voice]]>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:54:05 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/02/the-rise-and-fall-of-little-voice.htmlSo this week The Rise and Fall of Little Voice is playing at Lace Market Theatre in Nottingham. I am supervising the lighting desk for the week and running the desk myself for a few shows. I am having so much fun doing it and learning so much!

I was lighting operator for the opening nights performance and this is the review we got in the Nottingham Post:

 
Review: The Rise and Fall of Little Voice, Lace Market Theatre, by Alan GearyTuesday, February 07, 2012

Director Martin Berry gets it very right again with this outstanding production. It's a good play – darker probably, if memory serves, than the 1998 film – and Berry presides over a number of good, sometimes startlingly good, performances.

Lauren McGee, as LV with her little piping voice gets the necessary rabbity shyness brilliantly, and has a great voice for the divas. Her wonderful song medley in Mr Boo's club is a highlight of the evening.

Kareena Sims, as Mari, her coarsely larger than life, over-sexed mother, is outstanding. And Ali Patrick's Sadie, gormless, silent and greedy, is beautifully done. What might sometimes appear to be over-acting in these two parts is almost certainly over-writing by playwright Jim Cartwright.

Small-time agent Ray Say, the cocky, blingy, type, is played superbly by Chris Moseley. He makes Say almost unbearably seedy and pathetic in the bit when his plans have crashed around him and he sings along to It's Over in front of a tacky curtain.

We get a massively cluttered, well-observed set with a free-standing entrance/exit door. The five-piece live band is suitably un-subtle, raucous and nicely over loud – it's a working-mens' club.

You weary at the incompetence and hopelessness of Cartwright's characters. As in some of his other plays, you know they're never going to break out of the imprisoning situation they find themselves in. And there are some deeply disturbing patches in the play, incidentally made more so by the sound effects.

This is an unmissible piece of theatre.

Alan Geary

The Rise and Fall of Little Voice runs at the Lace Market Theatre till Saturday, 11th February

Although lighting did not get a mention I am still incredibly proud to be involved with this production. Everyone involved has been a pleasure to work with and I would like to say congratulations to all of them.

I would say come along and see it, but most of the remaining shows are sold out. But if you can get a ticket, then do it, you will not be disappointed! ]]><![CDATA[Theatre Vounteer Work]]>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:59:27 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/01/theatre-vounteer-work.htmlSo last night I went to the Lace Market Theatre in Nottingham for a volunteer induction evening. Due to my skills picked up at Uni they want me to help out with lighting for the production of Little Voice. In the future I may also be helping out with scenery painting. This seems like an awesome opportunity to pick up some skills,  meet new people and hopefully network with people who may get me into some paid work.
Exciting stuff! ]]><![CDATA[Drawing Practice]]>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 05:53:23 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/01/drawing-practice.htmlSo I picked up this really great book from the library called 'Creature Features' by Randy Martinez. It takes you through step by step how to draw different monsters and aliens. I thought I could do with a bit of research and practice before I attempt the Duke and the Robobabes logo.

I would recommend this book to anyone. I never saw myself as much of an illustrator but this book makes it so simple. Maybe there is hope for me yet with more practice.

Here are some of the sketches I did:
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Gill-Man
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Grim Reaper
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Mega Shark Vs Kraken for my friend Martin
]]><![CDATA[Duke and the RoboBabes]]>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:37:46 -0800http://www.emmabibby.com/1/post/2012/01/duke-and-the-robobabes.htmlI have been asked by my friend in Canada to design a logo for his band Duke and the RoboBabes, check them out on http://www.facebook.com/#!/dukeandtherobobabes
The theme is Robot-Cowboy which should be fun to play around with. The logo they are using at the moment is pretty basic but gives me a good starting point.
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