Miller Brewing Company
Walt Disney World / Orlando, Florida
The challenge was to design a
surrealistic 3-dimensional set with a time based theme to
be used for a one-day event. We fabricated a set from EPS
foam that incorporated various elements of time. The set
included forced perspective construction, mechanically
animated components, programmable fiber optic background,
stage lighting, mist generators, and laser effects.
Weight is an important factor when designing a set for
temporary use. By using lightweight materials, the 13’ tall
Greek columns weighed only 16 pounds each. The whole screen
surround/building was approximately 140 pounds. In fact,
the entire set, which covered an 80’ wide stage, weighed
less than 500 pounds.
Video projection, light design, laser components, and
audio all came together with the initial set concept to
produce a dynamic and memorable event. The center cluster
of components are made in such a way that they give the
feeling of infinite depth in an area that is only four feet
deep. For a sense of scale, the rear projection screen
surround/building is over 17’ tall. The sundial on the
floor and the moon, which holds the swinging pendulum, are
both 8’ in diameter. The constellation field in the moon
face also rotates.