The founder of Athena Theatrical, Bridget Elise Solini will present the opening keynote address at RIGZ!, the two-day rigging seminar at LDI 2026 in Las Vegas, December 5 and 6, 2026
What Holds Us Up –The work we do overhead has never been safer, and the world below it has rarely needed us more. Athena Theatrical founder Bridget Solini looks at the giants who transformed our craft, what we risk losing, and why the people in this room need to become the loudest voices for the live arts.
“I’m excited and honored to have the opportunity to serve as a keynote speaker at RIGZ! I firmly believe that our industry thrives on strong relationships, meaningful connections, and effective communication, and I’m looking forward to contributing to the conversations that bring our industry together and move it forward," says Solini.
She brings more than 20 years of experience in theatrical rigging, project management, and the performing arts industry. With a blend of technical expertise, strategic leadership, and creative problem-solving, Bridget specializes in delivering innovative solutions for venues around the world.
Grounded in the belief that strong relationships and a collaborative company culture are essential to success, Solini combines her BFA and MBA to bridge the creative and technical sides of the industry. Over the past two decades, she has helped bring numerous notable projects to successful completion worldwide, building trusted partnerships and guiding teams through the challenges of executing ambitious creative visions.
Solini is an ETCP Certified Rigger (Theater), an ETCP Recognized Trainer, holds an OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification, and is a member of IATSE Local 4. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, rock climbing, and exploring the world.
Check out the full RIGZ! schedule, with two days of in-depth sessions for all riggers. RIGZ! carries 9 ETCP renewal credits for ETCP certified riggers.