Collaborator
Michael Reed’s 45-year career in technical event production has touched nearly every facet of arts and entertainment, including work in music, dance, theater, and film. Lighting design credits include the Chicago City Ballet, The Chicago Repertory Dance Ensemble, Hedwig Dances; Collaboration Theater Company; Chicagofest Mainstage; the Hollywood films “Roll Bounce,” and “The Breakup.” Michael is the founder and former owner of the event rigging company, Reed Rigging, Inc. In 2000, Reed Rigging embarked on a mission to support consequential artists and organizations including Dance for Life, The Names Project (AIDS Quilt), Hedwig Dances, The Seldoms, Collaboration, Chicago Media Project, and A Concert for Charlottesville.