Mike Durst
Mike Durst, a Lighting Director at CNN, is a Washington D.C. based Lighting Designer and Lighting Director. He is also an ensemble member with A Red Orchid Theatre. Previous shows for AROT include Turret, The Malignant Ampersands, Grey House (Jeff Award: Lighting Design), Killing Game, Fulfillment Center, Victims of Duty, Traitor, The Nether, Pilgrim’s Progress, Sender (scenic + lighting design), Celebration (scenic + lighting design), The Mutilated, Mud Blue Sky, The Opponent (Off-Broadway + A Red Orchid), and Simpatico (McCarter Theatre + A Red Orchid).
Recent work includes Lighting Direction for CNN’s programming at The Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?, Election Night 2024, and other CNN programs. Lighting Design include The Radio & Television Correspondents’ Dinner, Cincinnati Playhouse, Goodman Theatre, The Huntington Theatre, The McCarter Theatre Center, Court Theatre, Detroit Public Theatre, Olney Theatre Center, A Red Orchid, and others. Off Broadway credits include shows with Primary Stages, 59e59, and Cherry Lane. Mike is a recipient of Chicago’s Jeff award, L.A.’s Ovation award, and San Diego’s Craig Noel award. Mike is a member of IATSE Local #2 and United Scenic Artists 829. MikeDurst.com