Fabian Garcia
(He/Him/His)
Assistant Professor
Theatre
BIO & RESEARCH INTERESTs
Fabian J. García (He/Him/His) is a lighting designer for theatre, dance, and events, currently operating out of Stillwater. Born in Texas to Mexican immigrant parents, he is proud to be a Mexican American designer who strives to push the boundaries of his work by bringing his heritage and experience to every process. It’s Fabian’s core belief that voice matters when telling a story, and as we grow to respect every voice, we can best embody the spirit of the stories of yesterday, today, and those still to be told.
It’s Fabian’s joy to look at each project through a collaborative lens, emphasizing the teamwork between not only him and his lighting team, but also the creative partnership with directors, music directors, choreographers, and other design staff. In an educational setting, Fabian welcomes young performers and technicians into the creative process, spreading the joy and power of stage lighting through internships, volunteer opportunities, workshops, and mentorship. His work is known throughout the central south region.
OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY APPOINTMENTS
- Assistant ProfessorOklahoma State University, Theatre, Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States1 Aug 2024 - present
NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- Freelance Lighting DesignerFabian J. Garcia, USA1 Jan 2016 - present
- Resident Lighting Designer/Master ElectricianLyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, United States1 Jan 2020 - 25 Jun 2024
- Resident Lighting DesignerOklahoma City Philharmonic, Oklahoma City, United States1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2021
- Master ElectricianLyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, United States1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2019
DEGREES
- Master of Fine Arts, Lighting DesignUniversity of Virginia, United States2017
- Bachelor's of Arts, Technical TheatreWest Texas A&M University, United States2014
- Associates of Science, DramaGrayson College, United States2012
FACULTY/STAFF OR STUDENT
- Faculty/Staff
CAMPUS
- Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
AVAILABILITY
- Art, music, or design commissions
- Collaborative projects
- Technical support
- Industry projects
LANGUAGE
- English
- Spanish - Latin American
DEPARTMENT
- Theatre