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‍2018 INDUCTEE
Technical Awards: Stage Lighting & Design

LeROY BENNETT
LIGHTING THE WAY FOR THE STARS
SEVEN DESIGN WORKS

Members of the Historical Archive Committee of the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame are researching and documenting the career of these important Ocean State lighting design innovators. When work is completed, we will be posting an in-depth biography and history on this page. In the meantime, please enjoy this introduction to their work.

In 1980, LeRoy Bennett left Polico and became lighting director for a then up-and-coming artist named Prince for his “Dirty Mind” tour. The success of that tour led to a 14 year collaborative, artistic relationship and established LeRoy at the vanguard of his field. As his reputation grew, so did his client base – his resume boasts superstars from every genre including The Who, Van Halen, David Bowie, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Madonna, Lady GaGa, Bruno Mars, Beyonce, Jay-Z and Paul McCartney. In 2012, he founded Seven Design Works to deliver his award-winning productions to television during Super Bowl half-time shows, Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductions, and other special events. LeRoy is recognized worldwide as one of the most iconic innovators in cutting edge production, lighting, and stage design. In 2016, Total Production International magazine declared him “A Musical Visionary” and he continues to infuse his creative visions onto the world stage.