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Working in the Wings

Setting the Scene with Derek McLane

Season 1, Ep. 8

This week we dive deep into what it's like to create a world for the actors to play in with scenic designer Derek McLane. We discuss a bit of getting in to the industry, where he pulls his design concepts from and what it's like designing not only theater, but live television as well!


Find him on instagram:@derekmclane twitter:@derekmclane and at www.derekmclane.com


As always, we are @workinginthewings on Instagram, and shoot us any thoughts at workinginthewings@gmail.com

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