Stage Design & Properties

by Michael Holt

The quality and quantity of design work devoted to a production depend on the script, the size and nature of the theatre company and its budget. This book explains fully the diverse functions and responsibilities of a designer. With a comprehensive glossary, an eclectic bibliography and even an up-to-the-minute list of suppliers and stockists, it can be used by amateurs and professionals alike as a guide and resource for arriving at imaginative stage design solutions.

Genres: Theatre

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Em · Rating 4 out of 5]

Theoretical with practical applications, this book comprehensively explores: a scenic designer's role within the production as a whole, types of scenery and sets, how to design (from script interpretation to making a model box), set construction, scenic painting and props. Really informative but still perfect for a visual learner because almost everything is supported by relevant diagrams or images . It isn't the most advanced study ever but, as the introduction says:

"while we cannot claim to have covered every eventuality, we are confident that the approach outlined in the following pages will lead to productions that are successful, imaginative, and, above all, enjoyable for you, your colleagues, and your audiences."

It was exactly what I needed as someone with amateur experience in the field going on to study it further and I've enjoyed dipping in and out of it.