Matthew Lofting
Trained at The BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology. Matthew has largely been working freelance as a Technician on UK and international tours within a variety of regional theatres. He has also worked extensively on a range of projects including notable TV events, West End musicals and some live events.
Matthew is currently pursuing a move to establish himself as a Lighting Designer, Associate and Re-lighter. Most recently taking part in Team Lumière with the ALPD, he is prepared to build new collaborative relationships on a range projects.
Twitter: @Matthew_lofting | Instagram: Matthewlofting_lx_ | www.thealpd.org.uk/matthewlofting
Previous productions
| Show name | Type | Venue/Company | Role | Creative Team | Opened |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talawa Rehearsal Readings | Theatre |
Talawa Studio - Fairfield Halls Talawa Theatre Company |
Associate Lighting Designer |
Lighting designer: Joseph Ed Thomas |
Jun 2022 |
| End of the Night - Stream Recording | Theatre | Park Theatre - Park200 | Associate Lighting Designer |
Lighting designer: Jason Taylor Director: Alan Strachan Set designer: Michael Pavelka |
May 2022 |
| The Merry Mikado | Opera | The Merry Opera Company | Touring Re-Lighter |
Lighting designer: Mark Waites Director: John Ramster |
Oct 2021 |
| Stags and Hens | Theatre |
Stockwell Playhouse, London Theatre Loves Company |
Lighting Designer |
Director: Sam Rumbelow Set designer: Rachel Gemaehling |
Oct 2019 |
| Macbeth | Theatre |
Churchill Theatre Studio, Bromley Quarter Too Ensemble |
Lighting Designer |
Director: Glenn Tillin |
Feb 2019 |
| Legally Blonde the Musical | Musical |
BRIT NEW THEATRE The BRIT School |
Lighting Designer |
Director: Katy Sechiari-Mott Set designer: Laura Skowyrska |
Apr 2018 |
Theatre:
- Regional (Main House)
- Regional (Studio)
- Fringe / Pub Theatre
- Touring relights
Musical:
- Regional (Main House)
- Regional (Studio)
- Pantomime
- Touring relights
Dance:
- Medium Scale
- Touring relights
Non-professional:
- Dance
- Musicals
- Plays
| Contact method | Details |
|---|---|
| Email address | matthewlofting.lx@gmail.com |
| @matthew_lofting |
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