BIO: Christopher Scott Murillo (he/him/his) is a scenic designer, artist, and educator based in Los Angeles, CA. Most recently, his work has been seen at East West Players, IAMA Theatre Company, Rubicon Theatre Company, Sierra Rep, Native Voices, New Village Arts Theatre, and the Getty Villa. Christopher is a member of United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829. As a production designer, his work can be seen on Paramount+ on The Ready Room with Wil Wheaton, Halo the Series: Declassified and Peak of the Week. As a set decorator for television, Christopher was the set decorator on the reunion specials for the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (Seasons 4-6) and Orange County (Seasons 8-11). Christopher is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Theatre, Film and Digital Production Department at UC RIVERSIDE where he teaches courses in design for stage and screen. He holds a MFA from the UCSD Department of Theatre and Dance, and a BA from the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television. He is a 2016 recipient of the Princess Grace Foundation Theater Fellowship- Pierre Cardin Award.
ARTISTIC STATEMENT:
I consider myself more than just a scenic designer for theater, I am a fictional anthropologist, and even more so a storyteller. Through collaboration, the environments I create strive to portray the most authentic world for a piece that an audience may actively experience. The work that I am passionate about reveals the stories and societies of the unheard voices of American theater. The stories that truly represent both the diverse communities I live in, and the communities that make up the tapestry of cultures whose stories yearn to be told. As an artist, yes, I have many professionals who have influenced my career. However, I would have to say my strongest influences right now are my students. Their curiosity with the art of storytelling, their lack of exposure, and their need to have their cultural and personal stories depicted on stage has motivated me to pursue projects that embrace and inspire the next generation of storytellers.
ARTISTIC STATEMENT:
I consider myself more than just a scenic designer for theater, I am a fictional anthropologist, and even more so a storyteller. Through collaboration, the environments I create strive to portray the most authentic world for a piece that an audience may actively experience. The work that I am passionate about reveals the stories and societies of the unheard voices of American theater. The stories that truly represent both the diverse communities I live in, and the communities that make up the tapestry of cultures whose stories yearn to be told. As an artist, yes, I have many professionals who have influenced my career. However, I would have to say my strongest influences right now are my students. Their curiosity with the art of storytelling, their lack of exposure, and their need to have their cultural and personal stories depicted on stage has motivated me to pursue projects that embrace and inspire the next generation of storytellers.
