Building the set for a production like The Nerd is a major undertaking for everyone involved that takes several weeks to complete. It all began with the set being designed by Tim David as Set Designer which resulted in the model above being built as a guide for those who would go on to actually construct the set. With the design complete, Jason Atkins took over as Master Carpenter and construction began. Over three weekends, members of the cast and crew as well as volunteers from the community came to the theatre to help turn an empty stage into the home of Willum Cubbert, complete with fully functioning doors and windows, painted walls and floors, and assorted furnishings. The Longmont Theatre often welcomes volunteers to help with set builds, whether they have construction experience or not. No matter what your skill level may be, even if you can’t hammer a nail, they will find a way for you to help. You may even find a skill you didn’t know you have.
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