If you are reading this, chances are you either work backstage or want to work backstage. If you do work backstage, you know just how dark it can get in the wings. Without an effective backstage light, it would be almost impossible to find the costumes, let alone actually do your job as a dresser. Personal backstage lighting instruments are a tool of which most dressers have a strong opinion. In addition to personal lights, there are also environmental lights. These are often taken care of by Stage Management or the Electrics Department. However, sometimes, you may need to ask for one in a specific place. All of this is…
