There are several goals in the development of Sun and Shadows. This initial phase is to develop a performance experience that breaks down historical theatrical boundaries and present a timeless, universal tale. It offers a non-traditional design and performance opportunity for students aligned with evolving contemporary performance practices in the professional world. In collaboration with three Department of Theatre & Drama courses, as well as Performing Arts Technology, and Performing Arts Management, we wish to create the groundwork for future iterations of performance in this space, and turn this beautiful glowing fixture of North Campus into a feature and destination. In the years to come, our goal is to establish a template that encourages curricular performance opportunities outside of the MainStage productions. We will work in concert with a variety of departments by engaging in the scholarship of different cultures outside of the United States, adapting fables and mythologies from those cultures. Additionally, it is easy to imagine other performance areas, particularly dance and film, utilizing the space, if the infrastructure were in place. With this funding, we will be able to secure equipment and materials necessary to make this a repeatable practice. For this first production, our desire is to cultivate a deeper understanding of puppetry, devised performance, and audience engagement.