Dr. Joseph Walls

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Biography

Joseph R. Walls is a professional lighting designer who has created hundreds of designs for dance, theatre, opera, corporate events, theme parks, and cruise ships. He has served as general manager, production manager, and lighting supervisor for various prestigious organizations, including Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Atlanta Ballet, and Washington Ballet. Currently, he is a resident lighting designer for Orlando Ballet in Panama City, Panama. Some noteworthy designs include the 2019 Catholic Church World Youth Day and multi-million-dollar productions of The Nutcracker for both Orlando and Atlanta Ballet. He has collaborated with numerous renowned choreographers and directors, and has taught as a lecturer at the University of Michigan's School of Music, Theatre & Dance, Wayne State University, and Utah Valley University. Walls has also worked extensively with other lighting designers in the remounting and archiving of designs for various productions. His international design work spans across several countries, including Canada, Cuba, Germany, and Israel, showcasing his diverse and adaptable skill set in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer / Production Director

— Present

University of Michigan, School of Music, Theatre & Dance • Ann Arbor, MI

Lecturer and Production Director focusing on teaching Lighting Design.

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science