Imagery Sound

Imagery Sound

About Imagery

Mark Bliese is the owner of Imagery Sound and truly believes that he is one of the luckiest men on Earth. By the time Mark graduated from Austin High School, Imagery had already developed into a reputable business and had many repeat clients. Mark began studying acoustics and radio/TV broadcasting, and in 1991 Mark became a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees and immediately began working in several capacities with many major touring acts. In the fall of 1993 he came back to Austin full time when a position as Stage Manager for Knowlton Auditorium at Austin High School became available. That was the beginning of the Productions end of the business. After learning all he did while working with these top level groups he then brought that knowledge and experience to groups performing in Knowlton Auditorium. While there are now many aspects to this very diverse business, Mark prides himself in making sure that every event, whether it be a wedding or teen dance, symphony concert or play, home theater or football stadium sound system design, all get the same level of attention and perfection. An audience of 35,000 is no more important than an audience of 35.

Brad Weber has been with Imagery for eight years and fills a much-needed position in the Imagery team. Brad has an extensive background in live theater and is a superb sound engineer and a very accomplished lighting designer. These however, are the least of his qualities. Brad is also very highly respected vocalist and actor. When there is a need for an experienced technician at an Imagery event you will almost always find Brad Weber behind the scenes somewhere. You will definitely recognize him if you attend performances at Riverland College in Austin. Brad is also a Radiological Technologist at the Austin Medical Center, and the theater technician at Riverland Community College.

Bennie Mueske is an institution at Imagery. Bennie brings many talents to Imagery not the least of which is his knowledge in the field of carpentry and set construction. Many of the live productions Imagery handles will have Bennie backstage making sure things go smoothly. An experienced spotlight operator and lighting technician just adds to his list of abilities. The greatest talents that he brings to Imagery are his dedication, reliability, and attention to detail. He is great friend and we wouldn't want to do a major production without him on the crew.

LaToshia & Ellie - an amazing Tag Team! Coming onboard and taking the Spring 2002 Prom season by storm, they were dubbed "The Jiggy Girls," they surprised us all at their excellent technical and crowd reading skills. Not afraid to just jump right in, the Jiggy Girls proved to be a very potent combination at teen dances. Their schedule at Imagery slows whey they go away to college (how could they tear themselves away?!) but their fans await their return for summer season! Check out their gallery here.

Paul Pruitt is a long time friend of Imagery Sound. Just recently Imagery has begun exclusively offering Paul Pruitt's emcee abilities as an option for public events and productions. Paul is a dynamic performer in many senses and is an emcee you will never forget! He has a fantastic ability to hold an audience, entertain, and is a master at filling those gaps in your production. Paul has an extraordinary background that includes a Music Education Major from the Eastman School of Music in New York, performing with numerous production companies including the Minnesota Opera, the Boston Lyric Opera, the Atlanta Opera & Symphony, Rochester NY Symphony, and staff performer for the New Dramatists Guild in New York. Lucky for Imagery, family focus drew him from the rigors of touring and you may have seen him as the director of game operations for the Minnesota Timberwolves and VP of sales for the Minneapolis Loons baseball team. If you are from the Austin, MN area you may recognize Paul from the Southern Minny Stars baseball team. Paul was the very entertaining host of that team at Marcusen Park in Austin. Paul currently resides in Hudson, WI and makes his way to Austin very frequently. Please contact Mark to get information on having Paul emcee your event.

Taylor has been a part of Imagery since the spring of 1996. Because of her experience as a vocalist and performer as well as someone who gets her hands dirty, she is able to be a translator of sorts between the Stage and Front-of-House. She has served Imagery as a choreographer and producer for live events and Taylor has a fantastic ability to see a production from in front of and behind the lights. When Imagery works within the pageant scene, Taylor is a very valuable asset.
Need a vocalist for you event or wedding? Taylor is second-to-none. She has a voice that has won her many awards and scholarships, and with a diverse repertoire is an awesome addition to any event.

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