Fundamentals of Theatrical Design: A Guide to the Basics of Scenic, Costume, and Lighting Design

by Karen Brewster, Melissa Shafer

"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

Attractively priced and designed for classroom use, this is a comprehensive resource for all levels of designers and directors.

Genres: Theatre, Fashion

256 pages, Paperback

First published May 17, 2011

Reviews

[Andie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this a bit out of order (as I had to read it for a class), jumping around chapters and such, but overall I found it nice and informative. I did think that some things that were explicitly written out and discussed at length were common sense, but I understand that what's common sense to me is not necessarily clear to others. So, while I didn't necessarily receive everything this book was putting down, I do still think it is worth a read if you are interested in theatrical design and know literally nothing about it. A good place to start.

[Maca Diaz Duran · Rating 2 out of 5]

Es un libro que estaría bien para alumnos de instituto. Toda la información del libro es muy básica y se me queda corto (hasta el punto que te enseñan cómo hacer una entrevista de trabajo)

Pensaba que iba a ser especializado y poner ejemplos sobre casos reales, pero solo se centra en la parte teórica. Además las fotos del libro están en blanco y negro y me parece un poco extraño teniendo en cuenta que está hablando de vestuario, escenografía e iluminación.

[Hitzuji · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tiene información útil, pero es algo MUY básico.