Stephen Field Elgar

Stephen Field Elgar (he/him)

Stephen is a versatile freelance Scenographer, Prop Builder, and Scenic Painter located in Vancouver, situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Since 2020, Stephen has held the position of Head of Properties at Vancouver Opera, contributing to the vibrant cultural scene in the city.

His extensive portfolio includes collaborations with notable organizations such as Search Party Productions, Firehall Arts Centre, Renaissance Opera, Ne Sans Opera, and Douglas College. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University, Stephen earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance Production, specializing in Scenic and Costume Design and Construction. Stephen also has a diploma in Industrial Design from Emily Carr University of Art and Design as well as a Certificate in Small Business Management from the British Columbia Institute for Technology.

Upon moving to Vancouver, Stephen started working with vintage furniture and developed a love of all thing’s furniture before returning to the theatre industry. Now with almost 15 years experience Stephen brings a unique touch to his craft. You can explore his furniture projects on Instagram @RefreshedFurnitureBC.