stage layout and such?

So, about the set of the show. i feel that my perspective on the layout of the space had been affected by the filming experience in Omaha.
First, i think that having us, Jaimie and myself, based off to the side Stage right/House left (like in Omaha) is a good setup. i also feel that the second, smaller stage on which Jaimie and i stand should have multiple levels at uneven heights like the stage on which we stood in Omaha. i feel that it makes for a visually interesting effect for us to be able to change our vertical position relative to one another but without have to move horizontally much and screw with the shot of our stage. (There's probably a better way of describing that but who knows - not me.)
Having a level of the hosts' stage even with the main stage that's clearly visible and easy to walk across seems like a good idea as well so as to make the transition for a performer to come over to our section as hassle-free as possible.
This all, is up for discussion, of course. I'm not putting my foot down on any of these ideas.
I think that a stage for performers was good as well. Something elevated only a matter of a few feet so that performers more comfortable with a well-defined performance space have one. But the stage can also be used for audience members to stand behind any performers comfortable with such a set-up.
Whereas i previously had thought that it could be cool to have the performers on the same level as the audience to give a more intimate experience, i now feel that there's a greater intimacy to the experience if audience members can choose to get on a stage that would be traditionally reserved for performers only. i also think that it would be especially exciting for kids to feel they are on the stage of the show. ALSO, also, i think that a stage takes away some of the logistical headaches that would almost definitely be a part of filming certain performers on the same level as the audience.

Omaha was Awesome.

So, i haven't posted to our blog in some time. I've been on an odd schedule since Omaha and i think I've been a little reclusive and such as well. BUT, I've been thinking about Whoop Dee Doo a lot.
This is a re-introductory post for me I guess and It'll be followed by some entries about individual aspects of the show.
I'm pretty inspired by the experience in Omaha and I feel more than ever that I want to make my contribution to Whoop Dee Doo the most intelligent and thought-through of which I'm capable. I think something about the fact that people are willing to take what we're doing seriously has made me take the whole project more seriously than i previously had. Not to say that i wasn't committed before but now I want what we do with WDD to be something awesome - a unique experience that is completely memorable to the audience and reflects how much we all enjoy working together.
As a sidenote, when i say that I want to think everything through as much as possible that's not to say that i want to make an effort to remove any of the spontaneity of the show. I just think if everything's thoroughly planned we could allow a bunch of room for the spontaneous, weird moments but in a way that we control to more effectively shape the show.
Also, as another aside, I think that going to Omaha was one of the raddest experiences of my life and I feel like i saw a really wonderful side of so many people involved - everyone involved. Again, to clarify, I never felt, prior to Omaha, that anyone involved in the show was less than awesome, but it's just that now i feel like i know so many people involved way better and everything I observed about everyone was nothing but awesome and inspirational.
Not to be too mushy and shit but whatever.
Ok, onto the other posts.

AHHHH

Video Inspiration!

This is the show "The Electric Company" and these clips make me want the entire show to be in green screen!!!


CHIC-A-GO-GO!!!!!!!

Jaimie, I could just send this in an email but I figure since we have the blog I might as well use it.

First, nice pictures in the last post, but I should probably tell you that in the comments section of that post.

Next, I've been researching this lighting stuff and I think it might be something we can handle, possibly reasonably inexpensively. I know I've been on an LED kick lately but i think that's where I'm starting with my research. I read the lighting section from the filmmakers handbook I emailed you about. It's not as thorough as I'd hoped. There's another book I'm gonna get. I'll make some calls around town but most likely I'll have to order it online. Anyway, it seems to be centered on lighting for tv shows with an emphasis on using digital video.

There's a chance I might have an interest in asking Hesse for some measurements in that space so we can plot out how we're gonna set up the stage. It could make a significant difference in what type of lighting we use.

If I can use these leds in the manner I think I can then I think we could have some pretty awesome-looking lighting design for the show in Omaha. As in, we could use leds to light the set properly for the cameras and also use leds for freaky effects as part of the set itself.

Anyway, I'll post more later.

more cool pics

good inspiration, yes? maybe? i like these looks

whoopdy whoop

cool my first blog post in life. since its about whoop dee doo, we need to put images of our biggest most wonderful inspiration in life, chic-a-go-go!!!!! (www.roctober.com/chicagogo)