[nabs-l] Theatrical lighting done by the blind?

[Aziza Cano]

Hi all,

A friend of mine asked me to make some inquiries. She participates actively with her school's drama club, and has done everything from painting back drops, to performing, and manning the sound controlls. She is eager to try her hand at the lighting end of the theater work. Some of her classmates are discouraging, but her teacher says if she can find a good method, he will be up for giving it a shot.

If anyone has experience in theatrical lighting as a blind individual, and has any tips or techniques they wouldn't mind sharing, she and I would really appreciate any information.

Thanks.
Aziza