Possible vs. Practical

There is a war going on in theatre.  Well, not a war, but a discussion. 

Designer vs. Producer

Production vs. Operations.

It is the designers job to explore what’s possible.  That's what makes design exciting.  It is part of what attending the theatre is about.

It is the responsibility of the producer to keep the show practical.  However, innovation is expensive, and balancing possible and practical can be very difficult for a producer.

Designers push the limits, the producer should be setting practical.