Polly Wood-Holland — Scenic Artist
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Polly Wood-Holland is a scenic artist and designer for film, TV, and theater. She's worked on many iconic Broadway productions, including The Lion King, Phantom of the Opera, Spamalot, and Mary Poppins. On this episode, we discuss the projects, mentors, and serendipitous moments that have shaped her career, as well as her experiences with legendary figures such as Paul Newman and Mike Nichols.
00:00 Introduction
01:08 Experience at Williams
04:55 Mentorship and Early Career Challenges
09:58 Working with Tony Walton on "The Wiz"
22:15 Mechanical Wolves and Practical Effects on "Wolfen"
27:58 Learning from Industry Legends
30:27 Moving to Vermont and Starting a Mural Business
35:48 Returning to New York
36:50 Kanye West's Coachella Project
38:36 Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Camp
43:03 Broadway Highlights
44:23 Transition to Movies and TV
46:15 "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"
50:06 Reflections and Future Plans
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