The art of theatrical design : elements of visual compositions, methods, and practice /

Malloy, Kaoime E.,

The art of theatrical design : elements of visual compositions, methods, and practice / Kaoime E. Malloy. - xxi, 320 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm

Includes glossary.


Includes bibliographical references and index.


Beginnings. What is design? -- Content and context -- Genre -- Style -- Structure and format -- Elements of design. Line -- Shape/form/mass/space -- Value -- Color -- Texture -- Creating the illusion of depth on a flat surface -- Principles of design. Unity and variety -- Balance -- Repetition/pattern/rhythm -- Scale and proportion -- Emphasis and subordination -- Core principles for the theatrical designer. Collaboration -- Analysis -- Conceptualization -- The design process -- The role of the critique -- Drawing as our common language -- Rendering techniques -- Individual design areas. Costume design -- Scene design -- Lighting design -- Sound design -- Projection design.

9781138021501 (pbk.)


Theaters--Stage-setting and scenery.





--Reading book

792.025 / MAL