My name is Anthony (Tony) Patti and I am a Lighting MFA candidate at Southern Illinois University.​  I recieved my B.A. in Theatre from The University of Findlay.  I became involved in performing arts at a very young age and always wanted to learn more about how everything worked behind the scenes.  I started in community theatre as a light board operator and in the past 10 years my knowledge of tech theatre has grown to incorportate design and advanced Master Electrician skills.  I have also had the privilege to work on multiple professional touring productions in Van Wert, Ohio and Cape Girardeau, Missouri. My ultimate goal in life is to become a successful lighting designer and eventually teach at a collegiate level.