Production Manager & Technical Director
October 2022- Present
Upgraded the technical and operational systems for the vibrant Oasis cabaret and nightclub, producing up to 14 unique events a week, including drag, dance parties, theater, film screenings, and so much more
Managed and trained a full team of technicians, stagehands, lighting designers and audio engineers
Redesigned the roof deck, Champagne room and main theater to be flexible, reconfigurable spaces with full scale lighting, audio and video systems interconnected throughout the venue
Supported celebrity appearance by Sasha Colby, Doja Cat, Linda Perry, Billy Porter and many more
Booked DJ lineups for Princess, Folsom Weekend, Dore Alley
Produced and multiple nightclub events including Nachspiel, Afro Habibi, and H0le
Stage managed Oasis events for Outside Lands Dolores Stage, Pink Block and SF Pride Mainstage
Designed immersive lighting experiences for Jurrassiq Parq (an original musical), Boo Ball (annual Halloween event), and New Year’s Eve.
Custom Made Theatre Company
Maxx has worked on more than 30 shows with Custom Made Theater Company over the past six years. He has designed lighting, sound, video, and costumes, as well as stage and production managed. Now, as the Director of Production, Maxx is working with Artistic director Brian Katz and Executive Director Leah Abrams to advance excellence in the companies productions.
FaultLine Theater
Maxx is a founding member of FaultLine Theater and has been the Managing Director for the past three years. He has fostered the companies financial and administrative development from mere concept to a formidable member of the small theater community in San Francisco. Six years and more than 35 productions in FaultLine is one of the most prolific new works companies in the SF Bay Area.
Custom Made Theater Company - Resident Lighting Designer
42nd. St. Moon - Resident Lighting Designer
New Conservatory Theater Center - Resident Lighting Designer and Master Electrician
Berkeley Playhouse - Master Electrician
CloudFlare Internet Summit
Maxx has produced the yearly CloudFlare Internet Summit since it's inception in 2015. This day-long multi-faceted event hosts panels on myriad topics regarding the security and structure of the internet. Maxx manages everything from the stage design to the live webcast.