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by Karen Brewster (Author), Melissa Shafer (Author)
"Focusing on the analytical, intellectual, and artistic 'how and why' of the design process, Brewster and Shafer have written a wonderful, insightful text for young designers "--Vickie J. Scott, Dept. of Theatre and Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Veteran theater designers Karen Brewster and Melissa Shafer have consulted with a broad range of seasoned theater industry professionals to provide an exhaustive guide full of sound advice and insight. With clear examples and hands-on exercises, Fundamentals of Theatrical Design illustrates the way in which the three major areas of theatrical design--scenery, costumes, and lighting--are intrinsically linked. Chapters include:- Script Analysis for Designers
- The Objectives of Theatrical Design
- Researching the Design
- Collaboration
- Design Elements
- Design Principles and Visual Composition
- Scenic Design
- Costume Design
- Lighting Design
- Building a Career in Theater Design
Attractively priced and designed for classroom use, this is a comprehensive resource for all levels of designers and directors.
Number of Pages: 256
Dimensions: 1 x 8.9 x 6 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 06, 2011
