Acknowledgements
Conceived, produced, and directed by Kacey Samiee, Hekate's Torch is the result of a deeply collaborative effort and would not have been possible without the dedication and support of an extraordinary community.
Kacey is a member of Nebula Collective, a group of artists, creators, and producers who contributed extensively to both the artistic vision and technical execution of the show. Shawn Jones, Mason Hayes, Bryan Assi, Brandon Veihl, and Tony Samaritano played key roles in drone design, audio, fire and LED effects, and overall show production.
Cape May Aerial Ads, a New Jersey-based national drone light show company led by Jeromie Hunter, generously donated the use of their entire drone fleet. This remarkable contribution, combined with the efforts of Nebula Collective, made this production possible.
Adhoc Creative House, a global drone show company led by Mason Hayes, provided the FAA waiver and insurance required to safely and legally operate the drones. Without this support, the aerial component of the show could not have taken flight.
Lisa Payne and Victorie Daves deserve special recognition for their incredible efforts toward marketing.
Hideout Coffee House and Theatre generously provided theatrical lighting for the production, an essential contribution that allowed the performers to be properly illuminated beyond the limitations of drone-based lighting alone.
We are deeply grateful to Pioneer Farms for hosting this event and for their commitment to making it accessible. It has been a true pleasure to bring this show to life on their land.
We also thank the City of Austin for supporting this project through the Nexus Grant. This support helped bring a three-year vision into reality.