Reviews
A few accolades over the years.
“The lighting was also superb, most of it done by a couple, Lisa Weinshrott and Michael Kimmel who have been lighting stages together for the last four years and longer than that as individuals. From my time in dress rehearsal I can tell you the lighting was also a work done in detail including attention to all the lights used off stage.”
Mike Strong – Review for Kacico Dance
“Lisa Weinshrott and Michael Kimmel’s lighting design evokes an expertise in its simplicity, creating the perfect early morning to midnight mood.”
United Stages Review of Jewel Thieves
“Michael Kimmel and Lisa Weinshrott help emphasize the action with their lighting.”
NYTheatre.com – DeNovo Review
“Michael Kimmel and Lisa Weinshrott’s lighting enhances Lee Dunholter’s effective set.”
Jill Lawler - Going to St. Ives Review
Publications
Orlando Rep: https://www.orlandorep.com/designer-spotlight-shining-a-light-on-bedford-falls/
Elation - http://www.elationlighting.com/news/index/view/id/1133/
Live Design - http://www.livedesignonline.com/briefing-room/outdoor-theatre-beaches-resorts-turks-and-caicos-outfitted-elation-lighting
Awards
Outstanding Lighting Winner- Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards
2016 | Into The Woods | Westfield High School
2011 | Sweeney Todd | Westfield High School
2006 | Jesus Christ Superstar | Westfield High School
Nominated Outstanding Lighting - Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards
2018 | Carrie | Westfield High School
2015 | Urinetown | Westfield High School
2004 | Evita | Westfield High School
2002 | Children of Eden | Westfield High School
Honorable Mention - Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards 2012
2012 | Pippin | Westfield High School
Outstanding Production of a Musical including Lighting Design = Tommy Awards
2020 | Little Shop of Horrors | Nicolet High School
2019 | Mama Mia | Nicolet High School
2018 | Ragtime | Nicolet High School
Nominated Outstanding Lighting - Broadway World Awards, Nashville 2012
Backwards in High Heels - Cumberland County Playhouse
Apollo Design Standing O Award - 2008
Other Honors:
Michael was featured as a 'Young Designer to Watch' in the February 2007 issue of Live Design Magazine.
