Vittorio Verta’s atmospheric lighting design captures the sense of danger that hangs
over Britten and Pears as they negotiate the draconian law of the time
Paul Vale - the stage
Vittorrio Verta’s lighting design helped bring the audience’s focus to what needed it most,
while helping to distinguish the real from the supernatural.
Olivia Lantz - Everything Theatre
The lighting throughout (by Vittorio Verta) is indeed very good,
with many key moments highlighted beautifully.
H. Hemming - London theatre Pub
lit strikingly by Vittorio Verta, who brings more than a touch
of futurismo to this German Expressionist myth.
Julian Evans - British
a dramatic lighting design by Vittorio Verta creates atmosphere well.
Andrew Houghton - Theatre reviews hub
The lighting (Vittorio Verta) ably fashions the dappled sunlight and
shadows in the woods as well as the fairy-tale special effects.
Joanna Hetherington - the spy in the stalls
The stage set up was fairly subtle – ruffled curtains draped the high backdrop of the stage while a strong of orange stars hovered above and changed position during each song. Dramatic props or elaborate stage designs weren’t needed for this show because it allowed Gabrielle’s vocal talents to remain the focal point of the night.