Carol Mullins, Who Illuminated Dance for Decades, Dies at 86
Why it matters: The dance world loses a visionary who illuminated over 40 years of performances at Danspace Project.
- Carol Mullins died at 86, after a distinguished career as a lighting designer.
- Mullins spent over 40 years as a designer for Danspace Project, significantly shaping its visual identity.
- Robert Wilson initially recruited Mullins for his shows, despite her lack of prior lighting knowledge, launching her influential career.
Carol Mullins, a celebrated lighting designer, has passed away at 86, leaving behind a legacy of illuminating dance for over four decades. Despite initially lacking lighting experience, she became a pivotal figure, notably with Robert Wilson and Danspace Project.
