Scenic Painting Workshop March 21 and 22

Idaho State University will host a Translucent Drop Painting Workshop led by Jenny Knott, product specialist with Rosco, a nationally recognized and four-time Academy Award winning company. This event is supported by a CEC grant and aims to elevate ISU’s presence in the professional theatre community while providing a free, hands-on arts experience for students and the public and offers a rare opportunity to witness scenic painting techniques used in professional theatre productions. 

The workshop will contribute directly to ISU’s upcoming spring musical, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, bringing behind-the-scenes theatre magic to life. Paul Yeates, associate professor of lighting and scenic design at ISU says that this “will be a great opportunity for the community to see a new side of theatre magic and artistry that ISU has not used in the past.”

Friday, March 21 | 1 – 5 p.m. 
Saturday, March 22 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Scene Shop, Stephens Performing Arts Center, Idaho State University

• See the transformation of translucent backdrops through expert painting techniques.
• Capture striking visuals of artists at work on scenic pieces.
• Engage with theatre professionals and students to learn about the artistry behind scenic design.
• Highlight ISU’s role in advancing theatre education and collaboration within the community.