You know what I like? A show poster that isn't just about the artist or about a unique illustration, but one that takes the setting of the show into account.
And this poster for tonight's Parade of Flesh-presented show at Sons of
Hermann Hall certainly does as much, imagining Sons as some sort of box,
with its front facade mimicking its actual front facade.
Even more impressive, though? It wasn't designed by some Deep
Ellum-dwelling cat who walks past the venue on a daily basis. Rather, it was created by Joe Barela of Seribellum Press in
Las Cruces, New Mexico. And, hey, no local ties aside, he gets it --
that Sons, which this year is celebrating its 100-year anniversary,
believe it or not, is a place that many in the region hold near and dear
to their hearts.
Yep, it's a storied venue -- and one whose setting plays a large part in
the shows it hosts. Yeah, sure, you'll remember that time you saw
Marnie Stern and Tera Melos --- but you'll definitely recall the fact
that their performances came on Sons' ballroom's corner stage, with its
blue curtain backdrop complementing nicely the room's wooden floors. And
for that reason, yes, it's important that this idea is hammered home by
a poster that a showgoer might buy to remember this night.
Solid stuff, for sure.
Think your poster is better? Want to see one of your designs get honored
next week? Drop us an e-mail
with an image promoting an upcoming show right here. Oh, and, when possible, be sure to do so at least a week in advance of the show. Thanks!
