Fire, blood, rain, and sparks—these dazzling stage effects don’t appear out of thin air. Behind every breathtaking moment is a world of preparation, creativity, and technical mastery. Jeremy Chernick, renowned special effects designer and pyrotechnician, is one of the experts who bring this magic to life. In this episode of Working in the Theatre, we go behind the curtain with Jeremy to explore the development of stage effects, the artistry and problem-solving behind their creation, and the inno