Étienne BRIAND, Lighting Director

What do you like about your job ?
Anything to do with light… I like playing with spotlights and colours.
I take pleasure in creating something ephemeral, transforming spaces and being there from event installation to dismantling.

How long have you been doing this job ?
I’ve been working in stage lighting for 31 years, including 13 at La Cité.

What are you passionate about ?
I love running, music and nature.

Tell us about your best experience at La Cité and what you remember most.
Pietragalla and Imany’s live shows.
The lighting effects during the Tissé Métisse show.

The best compliment that clients gave you ?
Imani’s agent said that he really loved the lighting effects.