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Implement flexible lighting control systems that can handle complex cue sequences and allow for real-time adjustments during performances.

Maintain clear visibility of the actors and main action areas while balancing artistic aspects of lighting.

Conduct thorough testing of the lighting design during rehearsals to ensure reliability and to make any necessary adjustments beforehand.

Control the focus of light beams and shape them appropriately for the desired effect. This will ensure that light is directed to the right places on stage.

Use the color wheel to choose complementary or contrasting colors to enhance mood and thematic elements of the performance.

Employ gobos to project patterns, textures, or shapes onto the stage or scenery to add visual interest or convey specific locations.

Use energy-efficient lighting options, such as LEDs, to reduce power consumption and heat production, contributing to a sustainable production.

Keep lighting documentation consistent, including plots, cues, and equipment lists, to ensure smooth operation and troubleshooting.

When practical light sources (lamps, candles, etc.) are used on stage, lighting design should respect and integrate these elements for visual coherence.

The lighting design should help to enhance the narrative and mood of the performance, not distract from it.

Create lighting transitions that are fluid and not abrupt, unless an abrupt change is intentionally part of the theatrical effect.

Maintain color consistency across different lighting instruments to avoid unintentional color shifts, which can be distracting or visually unappealing.

Use a layered lighting approach to build up the lighting design from general washes to specific accents, providing control over each layer's intensity and color.

Understand and manipulate color temperatures to match or enhance the desired mood, time of day, or setting of a scene.

Back light separates performers from the background, adds depth to the stage, and helps maintain a three-dimensional appearance.

Ensure there is an adequate contrast ratio between key, fill, and back lights to create a visually dynamic space without straining the audience's eyes.

Make sure that lighting adapts dynamically to the movement of performers to maintain proper visibility and mood.

Choose quiet or silent running lighting fixtures and dimming systems to minimize distractions caused by operational noises.

Engage in a collaborative approach between lighting designers, directors, and other departments to create a cohesive production.

Ensure that lights are angled and focused to keep beams away from directly hitting the audience's eyes, to avoid discomfort and distraction.

Ensure that the lighting design complements and enhances the scenic elements, creating a unified visual experience.

Carefully choose lighting positions and angles to avoid casting unwanted shadows or creating flat looking scenes.

Use a combination of hard and soft lights to create texture and depth on stage, and to mold the appearance of performers.

All installations and operations should follow safety guidelines to prevent accidents. This includes securing cables, using safety chains on lights, and making sure equipment is well maintained.