Famous Light Designer
By: Kade Venhaus
The Basics
Ken Billington is an American lighting designer. He began his career in New York City working as an assistant to Tharon Musser. He was born in White Plains, New York, the son of Kenneth Arthur and Ruth Billington.
Influences
Billington worked with another famous artist named Tharon Musser. This is were he got most of his ideas.
Business Achievements
KB Associates, Inc. is an internationally renowned design and production firm that for over 25 years has specialized in creating hundreds of ground-breaking theatrical shows and architectural environments. From Broadway stages to the world’s most prestigious opera houses, from television specials to major theme park attractions, KB Associates brings a unique conceptual design sensibility to every project.
KB made many breakthroughs in lighting including mathematical equations to best find the spot to make the best of the lights he was using.