COLLABORATIONS

Sogno Di Una Notte Di Mezza Estate

The world premiere of Sogno di una Notte di Mezza Estate is an original Italian opera production, drawing inspiration from William Shakespeare’s comedy, “ A Midsummer Night’s Dream”. The performance was staged in Citta della Pieve and Orvieto, Italy. Rachel Miller, serving as the Costume Designer and Artistic Lead for this production, facilitated and collaborated with a dedicated team of art and design students from the University of the Arts (PA). Together, they created approximately 25 custom-dyed and meticulously fabricated costumes complemented by thoughtfully crafted performance objects. The stage set, designed by Architect, Nandini Bagchee, was intricately brought to life though collaborative efforts in ideation and fabrication.

Sogno di una Notte di Mezza was directed by Karen Saillant, who is also the Director of the International Opera Theatre Company in Philadelphia.

video: “II Sogno di Una Notte di Mezza Estate”

Metaloom

The “Metaloom is a “collaborative, interactive architectural fiber arts installation for the creation of community and the engagement of the body with construction and urban space”. Conceived with a spirit collaboration and convergence of weaving and architecture, the Metaloom represents a a harmonious blend of creativity, communal expression, and social practice. Developed by Designer and Architect Gerard Nadeau in collaboration with Weaving Hand Studio and Textile Arts Center in Brooklyn, NY, the Metaloom embodies the principles of social engagement, creating a unique intersection of artistic innovation and community involvement.

Photo credits: Gerard Nadeau

video: “Making of the Meta Loom”

VioLens & Traveling Songs

A multidisciplinary performance adaptation of Heinrich Hoffman's children stories, “VioLens & Traveling Songs” was produced by the interdisciplinary production company, Visionintoart (VIA). Rachel Miller collaborated with Erika Harrsch, the Artistic Lead, on various costumes and performance pieces for this compelling production.

Photo Credits: Jill Steinberg & Peter Gannushkin