04/01/2020
In the theatre we have a tradition- whenever the theatre is empty we are always sure to leave one light on. Typically on a stand in the center of the stage, this light is called the ghost light. There are many stories about it's origin- but it's meaning is unmistakable. It means the theatre is empty, WE WILL RETURN. So, here's to us. The actors, the technicians, the directors, the carpenters, the designers, the dancers, the teachers, the students, the freelancers, those on tour, those at sea, the the electricians, the stitchers, the makers, the stage managers...THE ARTISTS. Many of us have taken big hits during this virus. Financial and emotional weights have come crushing down as our entire industry is reduced to nothing bur a bunch of ghost lights. But those ghost lights are temporary place holders. They are a sign . We might be down now- but our passion, our creativity, our drive is still center stage. We'll be unplugging those ghost lights in no time. Until then- here's a ghost light- to let the world know WE WILL BE BACK.
-Unknown author
A theatrical supply house since 1977
