Meet Lisa and Evan.
Lisa D. Lechuga and Evan A. Bartoletti comprise the artistic team Lechetti Design. Their passion for creativity in the arena of visual and performing arts has given them the opportunity to work with a multitude of artistic mediums and exceptionally talented colleagues. Their wide ranging versatility and attention to detail, gives life to all their designs, and passion for great design. Narrative and storytelling is integral to their work and collaboration is at the heart of their development process, forming the foundation of their partnership.
Evan and Lisa’s work can be found in productions of live events for the stage, opera and dance. In 2024/25 they are acting Producers for The Victory Theatre Center and Voices Carry, Inc. Art Direction / Production Design projects include Home Front, Pie In The Sky: The Movie, Through The Eyes of My Feet, Strings Attached, the The Walt Disney Archives/D23 Expos and the spectacular Rent done for the LA Phil at the Hollywood Bowl.
Currently, Evan is a guest Professor at Cal State Poly and new member of USA 829, the Art Directors Guild 2022 Design Initiative. He is the resident Production Designer for the Victory Theatre Center. Lisa is an Artistic Consultant & Producer for The Victory’s new Play, Four Women in Red by Laura Shamas., PH.D. Chickasaw Nation. She is also the creator of Lechetti Design’s new Tropical Nouveau floral line of floral jewelry, Hawaiian Leis & bouquets.
Lisa and Evan volunteer and partner with organizations who’s focus is on community, education and social justice issues. Their work with The Global Theatre Project/Creative Corp, Virginia Avenue Project and Voices Carry, Inc. is part of their ongoing efforts and commitment to inclusivity, diversity and equity through mentoring in the arts.
Lisa D. Lechuga.
Lisa an artist and designer. She is Executive Producer for Voices Carry, Inc and a Producing Artistic Consultant for The Victory Theatre Center. She would like to offer her deepest gratitude and respect to her family, and teachers; Kumu Maile Frauchiger of Hālau Hula ‘O Hoaloha and Kumu Ho’oponopono Diane Kamaolipua Grace, who are so graciously sharing their ‘ike and to her loving husband Evan, who has supported her in every endeavor.
Lisa’s creative journey began as a young student immersed in the world of visual and performing arts. She studied fine arts at C.S.U.L.B. and received her M.F.A. in Scenic Design for theater, film and television from U.C.L.A. Over the last 25 years, Lisa’s work has led her down many roads, including productions such as Treasures of The Walt Disney Archives, or designing 5 seasons with The Hollywood Bowl summer musicals. She painted sets for 2 decades, volunteered for over 10 years with Virginia Avenue Project as a mentor and prop maker, and designed giant puppets for Voices Carry, Inc.
In 2008, Lisa fell in love with the idea of sharing her passion of creativity with flowers. She has been a designer and assistant to Cathy Ball/ Hollywood Vines ( shows include Ellen, Big Bang Theory, 2 1/2 Men) Currently Lisa, idesigns floral wear and is the lead floral designer for Weddings by the Sea in Santa Barbara.
Drawn to the beauty of Mother Earth and a desire be more grounded with her creativiy, Lisa began studying Hula, oli, and Ho’oponopono (a peacemaking process which means to set to right). These practices emphasize the importance of taking responsibility for and honoring the land we live on, living with gratitude and having respect for our community/ family/ ancestors. These teachings have influenced her life as a creative and taken her down a path of constant discovery and joy which inspires her playful, romantic, and fragrant floral line.
Evan A. Bartoletti.
Evan’s award-winning scenic designs are created for the stage, screen, opera, and dance. A member of USA 829 and the Art Directors Guild 2022 Initiative, he offers up a unique visual style that enhances visual storytelling and enriches the audience’s imaginings.
A background in fine art and experience as a founding member and production designer for theatre fofo established his impressive skill set based in creative concepts and collaboration. Whether giving creative expression to the pageantry of a beloved musical, or a world premiere drama, or an intimate solo performance, his innovative work contributes to stronger movement, performance, and spectacle.
Evan was nominated for an Ovation Award in 2017 for the set design of Pie In The Sky and has previously received awards from LA Weekly, Drama-Logue, Backstage West, and the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle.
Currently, Evan is the resident production designer at the Victory Theatre Center and for Voices Carry Inc. He has also worked as guest faculty and scenic designer at California State University Long Beach, Los Angeles and Dominguez Hills.
Evan would like to honor and remember mentors Robert W. Zentis and James “Little Jimmy” Arsenault.