Ashton Whitaker is a Virginia-based lighting designer and technician specializing in technical production and show execution. 

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He currently works as a show technician at

Busch Gardens Williamsburg, where he maintains and operates lighting rigs across the park's major entertainment venues. 

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His production background also includes collaboration with Iacon Media, serving as the Lighting Director and programmer for KRS-One at Sony Hall, and as the lead programmer and assistant lighting designer for the Off-Broadway revival of Mama, I Want to Sing! 

Locally, he also occasionally designs productions at the historic Kimball Theatre in Colonial Williamsburg.

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Driven by emerging technology and innovation, Ashton focuses on streamlining workflows to ensure operational reliability and deliver unforgettable results show after show.