Though we may not always see them, if there is a show or performance of some sort going on, the tech crew is always there. Though it may seem like a simple job of just pressing buttons to make a light go on, a song to cue, or a microphone to work, it takes a lot more than that. Concentration is required so that they do not mess up, as well as focus and common sense. But this never keeps them from having fun. Without the tech crew, our performances would be nothing like they are now. Under the direction of Mr. John Shryock, tech crew is one talented group of people, all very easy to work with and whom understand the value of the work they are doing.
Seniors Peter Snow and Veronica Hunt perform at the first coffeehouse of the year.
Though Mr. John Shryock keeps the tech crew on track and on task, he allows the students to gain the experience for themselves. (Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE)
James Porcari ’12 puts on some house music on as the doors open for the public. (Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE
Levels of the microphones along with other elements of audio are all controlled from this board, the soundboard. (Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE)
James Porcari ’12 relaxes before the show begins. (Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE)
Mr. Shryock was the first voice heard on opening night, reminding the audience to silence all noise making devices as well as giving a quick synopsis of the show they are about to enjoy. (Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE)
Natalie Johnson ’15 works the soundboard during the second act of the show. (Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE)
For fun, the tech crew places bets for when each member believes they will have the house lights come up. The prize for the winner: the pure satisfaction that they won. (Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE)
For the Sankofa performance of “Kleopata,” take a behind the scenes look at what is required for the first night of the show from the tech crew. (Pictures and Story by Luciana Rodrigues ’12 / THE STAMPEDE)
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