NEW YORK CITY

TED MATHER, LC, Assoc. IALD
PRINCIPAL

By design, Ted Mather's career resides at the intersection of theatrical, entertainment and architectural lighting. Ted's dramatic flair and technical expertise merge seamlessly to create striking, dynamic environments and state-of-the-art installations. Ted's decades of experience—working around the globe—means that his creative vision is balanced with what is truly practical and possible. Mr. Mather's theatrical pedigree shines through in his architectural practice; his work is brimming with excitement, color and animation. Passionately interested in the merits of a hands-on approach, Ted seeks to collaborate closely with both design and management teams to insure that all functional, aesthetic and financial criteria are thoughtfully and fully meted out.

An accomplished theatrical lighting designer, Mr. Mather has transformed the Architainment industry with ground-breaking projects such as The International Spy Museum, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, and both the Prow Sculpture & Under The Stars installation at the Time Warner Center in New York City. Ted began his training at the University of Illinois and received his MFA in Stage design from NYU. Before joining forces with Available Light, he was the Principal & President of Ted Mather Lighting Design. Ted is Lighting Certified by the NCQLP, a member of the IALD, United Scenic Artists, DLF and IESNA. He has taught and guest lectured for NYU, Drew University and the renowned Broadway Master Class Series.

Notable works include:

• College Basketball Experience, Kansas City MO
• The National Sports Museum, New York NY
• A son et lumiare show for the Gettysburg Cyclorama, Gettysburg PA
• Bethel Woods Performing Arts Center and Exhibition, Bethel Woods, NY
• Steuben Glass Flagship Store, New York NY
• Truman Presidential Library Renovation, Independence, MO
• Over 100 display windows at Barney's New York
• NASDAQ Marketsite in Times Square, New York NY
• America's Wildest Places, American Museum of Natural History, Washington DC
• Les Miserable, Broadway Revival, Broadhurst Theatre, New York NY

Ongoing design work for Broadway productions & tours, along with an impressive resume designing permanent installations and show control systems for a myriad of clients, gives Mr. Mather the experience and skills to seamlessly merge the worlds of architecture and entertainment.