Theatrical Design Contest Prompt 2024 - 25
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 2
Welcome to the 20th Year of UIL Theatrical Design in Texas!
There are a number of things to celebrate about this year’s prompt, and I wanted to
take a moment to point a few out!
First things first….our play is BRAND NEW! There are no previous productions to
take inspiration from or try to avoid. This is a fresh opportunity to flex your personal
imagination, and we want you to do just that! There is tons of room for your creativity
here!
Our focus this year is the future, so we are looking at ways to lean into theatre of the
future, both through education and technology. It is up to you as to how you want to
apply those ideas.
We have two new options for you this year with regards to design categories, ONLY
WITHIN GROUP DESIGN. (Details on Page 15)
This year, for the first time, your Middle Schools can participate in the A+ Middle
School Theatrical Design Contest Pilot. (Junior high play selection: Shakespeare's A
MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, version published by Playing with Plays, prompt is
posted at www.uiltexas.org/theatre/theatrical-design) We teach best what we most
need to learn, so engaging your veteran high school team members to help novices
and now Middle School participants is a great way to grow.
I cannot wait to see what you create. You never cease to amaze and impress me. I
hope to see you at a Student Activities Conference, TxETA or Texas Thespian State
Festivals workshops.
Rachael Gomez
State Contest Director
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 3
2024 - 2025 Theatrical Design Directorial Prompt
We will produce Axoloris The Musical by Sean Mendelson.
Designers this year will pull inspiration from an artist or art movement to create an
original concept for their show that includes innovative technology.
Further, designs should be family-friendly to respect the intended audience of the
production.
Designs must be original and not overtly emulating, imitating or copying other
designers’ work and intellectual property.
Your designs shall NOT reflect nor copy any other live, film, stage or broadcast
versions of the musical. Designers should also denote how images were created
(examples include, but are not limited to: hand-drawn, ProCreate, Photoshop,and
digital software). Designer must be upfront about AI-generated images and content.
The official title, Axoloris The Musical, should appear on every plate. Some plates
may require additional information.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 4
The official version of the script is the acting edition, available from Concord Publishing
Publisher Information for all Marketing Posters and Programs**
Official Title: Axoloris The Musical
Playwright name: Sean Mendelson
Playwright name must appear on all marketing
no less than 50% size of the title
Publisher’s Statement:
Axoloris The Musical is produced by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
www.concordtheatricals.com
**For all other labeling for contest, the title of play should be used:
Axoloris The Musical
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 5
2024 - 25 UIL Theatrical Design SET DESIGN Challenge
Each school may submit TWO Individual SET DESIGN Entries
Students designing SET will submit a total of (5) plates plus their Justification Paper, Prompt Address Statement,
and Artistic Source Citation Page. The required elements are outlined as follows and should be submitted in
order:
Justification Paper: Students will submit a maximum 750-word paper that includes their explanation of the artist or
artistic movement that inspired their concept and design choices. Explanation of how the inspiration and concept are
reflected in their designs. Explanation of innovative technology used in design or design process should be addressed.
Explanation of how designs are family-friendly should also be addressed.
Prompt Address Statement: Students must state the artist or artistic movement that inspired their concept and design
choices for this show. Students should also address how their designs have family appeal. 100-word limit.
Artistic Source Citation Page - Students must include an Artistic Source Citation as to how the designs or images
were created, such as digital software or AI disclosure. See Required Artistic Source Citation, page 27.
● Plate #1: Students will submit an Inspiration/Mood Board (Maximum Mounted Size 10” x 15” x 1.5”) showing the
inspirational basis for their concept. The goal of this plate is to give an overall impression of guiding images
and ideas that the designer feels best reflect their concept.
● Plate #2: Scenic Breakdown (10”x15”) Scenic Breakdown includes a list of each scene in both acts including
all scenic elements required for each scene. This would be an internal document used for the production and
may be displayed as a multipage document. Students should copy the template provided and develop their
own. The goal of this plate is to illustrate understanding of the full scenic requirements of the script.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ipnBHyQjEsI4jT0LyvhZL7PNPZDsDUbMMy63wj3Cyiw/edit?usp=shari
ng
● Plate #3: Full Scale Color Rendering or Scale Set Model Photos showing Act I (Maximum Mounted Size
11”x17”) Designers must include: The Remnants of a Garden, VR locations, Old Man Thunder’s house, and VR
education room. Designers should incorporate innovative technology into their design process or design.
Labeling must include the name of the musical title, act and scene number. A character figure must be included
to indicate scale. The performance space shall be performed in a Proscenium style theatre. The goal of this
plate is to show how the designer addresses locations required by the script for Act 1.
● Plate #4: Full Scale Color Rendering or Scale Set Model Photos showing Act 2 (Maximum Mounted Size
11”x17”) Designer should include any changes they desire for Act 2, but must include some depiction of the
hydroelectric plant. Labeling must include the name of the musical title, act and scene number. A character
figure must be included to indicate scale. The performance space shall be performed in a Proscenium style
theatre. The goal of this plate is to show changes needed for Act 2 based on the script.
● Plate #5: Drafted Scale Ground Plan (Permanent Set) of Plate 3. (Maximum Mounted Size 11”x17”). Ground
plan must include where scenic elements not onstage shown in other plate. Drafting must adhere to USITT
standards and include a proper border and completed title block as well as necessary dimensions. (May use
PROVIDED TEMPLATES) They may be either hand-drawn or Computer Aided Drafting. The ground plan
should indicate the Proscenium and the location of the audience in relation to the stage. The goal of this plate
is to show a fully functional scenic ground plan within the perimeters of the envisioned venue by using an
industry standard format.
NOTE: Designers will be designing for League High School Proscenium Stage and its included
dimensions. Designers may, but are not required to, use the architectural templates.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE GOOGLE SLIDES OR POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Mounting is NOT required for Round 1 submission, but is required for State. All mounting must be on solid black foam
core or mat board, as per contest guidelines and must not exceed the size limits specified here. Justification Paper
and Prompt Address will NOT be mounted for display.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 6
GROUND PLAN FILE for LEAGUE HS Proscenium
This can be printed to scale on 11x17 paper:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fEUpfttCiLDoVKR224onUTCUApS7
NCRg/view
This version is a tutorial for the basic elements of drafting in the
ground plan:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MRwCjaix8thcoz2gEHoycfWkqWGul
8Ds/view
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 7
2024 - 25 Set Design–State Display Verification Requirements
Max Size Content
Plate 1 10”x 15”x1.5” Theme Inspiration Board
Plate 2 10”x 15” Scenic Breakdown
● Has all elements of provided template
● Show Title is labeled
Plate 3 11”x 17” Full Color Rendering OR Photos of Scale Model - Act 1
● Show Title is labeled
● Act and Scene number are labeled
● Figure for proportion required
Plate 4 11”x 17” Full Color Rendering OR Photos of Scale Model
● Show Title is labeled
● Act and Scene number are labeled
● Figure for proportion required
Plate 5 11”x 17” Hand-Drafted or Computer Aided Drafting Ground Plan for Plate 3 or Plate 4
● MAY USE Provided Template
● Includes Marked Page Border
● Includes Full Title Block
● Shows Basic Structure of Venue & Audience Position
● Dimensions are labeled. (If hand-drafted, must be in pencil or pen.)
Special Instructions
● Designers must use proscenium stage with dimensions provided in template. They may, but do
not have to, use the ground plan template.
General Instructions
● Used Solid Black Mat or Foam Board in correct sizes (No Posterboard)
● Other than artwork, all visible surface area is the Black Mounting Board
● No materials wrapped around, no items extended past sides
● No food, toxic, perishable, flammable, electronic or medium that can damage display
I, , as Theatrical Design Sponsor, hereby certify to the best of my ability
that we have adhered to these requirements in preparing this entry for contest submission and that ALL
artwork is the original creation of the designer submitting it or is fair use as justified in the justification paper
and/or plate labeling.
Sponsor Signature Date
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 8
2024 - 25 UIL Theatrical Design COSTUME DESIGN Challenge
Each school may submit TWO Individual COSTUME DESIGN Entries
Students designing costumes will submit a total of (5) plates plus their Justification Paper and Prompt Address
Statement. The required elements are outlined as follows and should be submitted in order:
Justification Paper: Students will submit a maximum 750-word paper that includes their explanation of the artist or
artistic movement that inspired their concept and design choices. Explanation of how the inspiration and concept are
reflected in their designs. Explanation of innovative technology used in design or design process should be
addressed. Explanation of how designs are family-friendly should also be addressed.
Prompt Address Statement: Students must state the artist or artistic movement that inspired their concept and design
choices for this show. Students should also address how their designs have family appeal. 100-word limit.
Artistic Source Citation Page - Students must include an Artistic Source Citation as to how the designs or images
were created, such as digital software or AI disclosure. See Required Artistic Source Citation, page 27.
• Plate #1: Students will submit an Inspiration/Mood Board (Maximum Mounted Size 10” x 15” x 1.5”) showing the
inspirational basis for their concept. The goal of this plate is to give an overall impression of guiding images and
ideas that the designer feels best reflect their concept.
• Plate #2: Costume Plot (Maximum Mounted Size 10”x15”) that plots out all characters in the show for each
scene in both acts of the show. Plot should include what each character is wearing and any special notes
needed. This would be an internal document used for the production and may be displayed as a multipage
document in whatever way the designer chooses. The goal of this plate is to communicate the overall costume
plan for all characters in the show.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HY98hiKPaswYKzUtAFwCKgXo1uOE503foNIy6DYdbq0/edit?usp=sha
ring
• Plate #3: Costume colored illustration (Maximum Mounted Size 11”x 17”) Colored illustration of one of the
following characters: Robot Riley, Re Cycle, T Rasher, Lady La Bot, VR Bot, T-Port, Trash Monster, Right Pinion
Minion, Chicky, or Axoloris. The plate must include information about how this costume will be worn and function
on a human actor. Designers should incorporate innovative technology into their design process or design.
Labeling must include the name of the show, the character name and the act and scene for which the costume
appears for the first time. The goal of this plate is to show a colored sketch that reflects the planning needed to
create a unique costume to function on a human. (No swatches required)
• Plate #4: Costume Parade View of 5 or more characters (Maximum Mounted Size 11”x17”) Colored Illustration
showing 5 or more characters present in the same illustration as they would appear in a scene together. Labeling
must include the name of the show, act and scene and character names. The goal of this plate is to show how
costume design reflects not only the individual characters, but reflects/support their relationship in the script. (No
swatches required)
• Plate #5: Full Color Rendering or Photograph of Realized* Design (Maximum Mounted Size 11”x17”). The
designer must provide a full color rendering with swatches or photograph(s) of a realized costume design* for a
character of their choice with swatches. Labeling must include the name of the musical, the name of the
character and the act/musical number for the costume shown. The goal of this plate is to show that the designer
has a fully detailed vision for the finished costume that can be completely visualized from the rendering or photos
provided.
NOTE: Designers shall limit background/scenic elements in their design to highlight the costume, not the setting.
* Realized may be achieved with a scale-size costume on a doll/mannequin or sewn costume on a performer/dress
model. Only photos of these are submitted.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE GOOGLE SLIDES OR POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Mounting is NOT required for Round 1 submission, but is required for State. All mounting must be on solid black foam
core or mat board as per contest guidelines and must not exceed the size limits specified here. Justification Paper and
Prompt Address will NOT be mounted for display.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 9
2024 - 25 Costume Design–State Display Verification Requirements
Max Size Allowed Content
Plate 1 10”x15”x1.5” Inspiration Board
Plate 2 10”x15” Costume Plot
● All character’s costumes are addressed
● Can use template provided or a creation of their own
● Show Title is Labeled
Plate 3 11”x17” Costume Color Illustration
● Show Title labeled
● Character’s Name labeled
● Act and Scene labeled
● Must show one of the following: Robot Riley, Re Cycle, T
Rasher,Lady La Bot, VR Bot, T-Port, Trash Monster, Right
Pinion Minion, Chicky, or Axoloris.
● Must include information about how a performer will wear and
function in this costume.
Plate 4 11”x17” Costume Parade View of at least five (5) characters
● Show Title labeled
● Characters’ Names labeled
● Act and Scene labeled
● Minimum of 5 Characters included
● No swatches required
Plate 5 11”x17” Full Color Rendering OR Photos of Realized Design
● Show Title labeled
● Character’s Name labeled
● Act and Scene labeled
● Swatches must be included
Special Instructions
● Designers shall limit background/scenic elements in their design to highlight the costume, not the setting.
General Instructions
● Used Solid Black Mat or Foam Board in correct sizes (No Posterboard)
● Other than artwork, all visible surface area is the Black Mounting Board
● No materials wrapped around, no items extended past sides
● No food, toxic, perishable, flammable, electronic or medium that can damage display
I, , as Theatrical Design Sponsor, hereby certify to the best of my ability that we
have adhered to these requirements in preparing this entry for contest submission and that ALL artwork is the original
creation of the designer submitting it or is fair use as justified in the justification paper and/or plate labeling.
Sponsor Signature Date
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 10
2024 - 25 UIL Theatrical Design HAIR/MAKEUP DESIGN Challenge
Each school may submit TWO Individual HAIR/MAKEUP DESIGN Entries. Students designing HAIR and MAKEUP will
submit a total of (7) plates plus their Justification Paper and Prompt Address Statement. The required elements are outlined
as follows and should be submitted in order:
Justification Paper: Students will submit a maximum 750-word paper that includes their explanation of the artist or
artistic movement that inspired their concept and design choices. Explanation of how the inspiration and concept are
reflected in their designs. Explanation of innovative technology used in design or design process should be
addressed. Explanation of how designs are family-friendly should also be addressed.
Prompt Address Statement: Students must state the artist or artistic movement that inspired their concept and design
choices for this show. Students should also address how their designs have family appeal. 100-word limit.
Artistic Source Citation Page - Students must include an Artistic Source Citation as to how the designs or images
were created such as digital software or AI disclosure. See Required Artistic Source Citation, page 27.
● Plate #1: Students will submit an Inspiration/Mood Board (Maximum Mounted Size 10” x 15” x 1.5”) showing the
inspirational basis for their concept. The goal of this plate is to give an overall impression of guiding images and
ideas that the designer feels best reflect their concept.
● Plate #2: The student will submit Hair and Makeup Design Maps for one of the following characters: Robot Riley,
Re Cycle, T Rasher, Lady La Bot, VR Bot, T-Port (Maximum Mounted size 10”x15”). Designers should incorporate
innovative technology into their design process or design. Students should use a makeup chart on a lined drawing
face template to plan their designs. They may use an existing template or one of their own creation. Designers are
encouraged to use written instructions. Labeling should include the musical name and the character name. A product
legend must be included listing all materials used to create the finished design. Must denote how image was created
to include digital software disclosure. The goal of these plates is to show a detailed plan for how the finished hair and
makeup application will specifically be achieved. Emphasis on this plate is communicating instruction, placement,
and product legend.
● Plate #3: Students will submit Unfiltered Photos of the Applied Hair/Makeup Design Corresponding
Schematics to plate #2. (Maximum Mounted Size 10”x15”) Labeling should include the musical name and the
character name. Students must provide a full front photo, but may include detailed photos for other elements if
needed. Nothing in the photo should distract from the applied makeup design. Photos should not be digitally
manipulated except to correct lighting issues. The goal of these plates is to show what the fully realized makeup
application should look like.
● Plates #4, and #6: The student will submit Hair and Makeup Design Maps for (2) Characters of their choice.
(Maximum Mounted size 10”x15”). Students should use a makeup chart on a lined drawing face template to plan
their designs. They may use an existing template or one of their own creation. Designers are encouraged to use
written instructions. Labeling should include the musical name and the character name. A product legend must be
included listing all materials used to create the finished design. Must denote how image was created to include
digital software disclosure. The goal of these plates is to show a detailed plan for how the finished hair and makeup
application will specifically be achieved. Emphasis on this plate is communicating instruction and placement.
● Plates #5, and #7: Students will submit Unfiltered Photos of the Applied Hair/Makeup Design for Each of the
Corresponding Makeup Maps in plates #4 and #6. (Maximum Mounted Size 10”x15”) Labeling should include the
musical name and the character name. Students must provide a full front photo, but may include detailed photos for
other elements if needed. Nothing in the photo should distract from the applied makeup design. Photos should not
be digitally manipulated except to correct lighting issues. The goal of these plates is to show what the fully realized
makeup application should look like.
*For this prompt, makeup and hair design is defined as anything that touches the actor’s skin or hair.*
NOTE: Designer may choose any Models for Makeup Application. They do NOT have to be high school students. Plate #2
should correspond to Plate #3, #4 to #5 and #6 to #7. (They will be loaded into the digital file in numerical order) Nothing in
photoshould detract from the makeup design.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE GOOGLE SLIDES OR POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Mounting is NOT required for Round 1 submission, but is required for State. All mounting must be on solid black foam core
or mat board as per contest guidelines and must not exceed the size limits specified here. Justification Paper and Prompt
Address will NOT be mounted for display.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 11
Makeup Chart Creation Ideas
Video showing how to make a digital face template from a photo
https://youtu.be/Veddlo9qXQg
Link to Book on Amazon
https://a.co/d/h9nUlOo
Sample of a Makeup
Map prepared on a
chart
REMEMBER:
EMPHASIS IS ON
INSTRUCTION
You can also take a photograph of your model and then place paper over it and trace
the outline of the face to create a simple face template that can be customized for the
specific actor.
While you are working on charts for makeup, don’t forget to include hair design and
steps.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 12
2024 - 25 Hair/Makeup Design–State Display Verification Requirements
Plate 1
Plate 2
Max Plate Size Allowed
10”x15”x1.5”
10”x15”
Content
Inspiration Board
Colored Map of Hair and Makeup Design
● Show Title labeled
● Character Name labeled
● Product Legend indicating supplies needed
● May use a standard makeup chart or make one of their own
● Must be one of the following characters: Robot Riley, Re
Cycle, T Rasher, Lady La Bot, VR Bot, T-Port
Plate 3 10”x15” Photo(s) of Realized Design of Plate #2
● Show Title labeled
● Character Name labeled
● Minimum of Full Front View
● Must coordinate with plate 2
Plate 4 & 6 10”x15” Colored Map of Hair and Makeup Design (1 per plate)
● Show Title labeled
● Character Name labeled
● Product Legend indicating supplies needed
● May use a standard makeup chart or make one of their own
Plate 5 & 7 10”x15” Photo(s) of Realized Design of Plates #4 & #6
● Show Title labeled
● Character Name labeled
● Minimum of Full Front View
● Must coordinate with plate
Special Instructions
● Plates 2 & 3 must be the same character
● Designer’s Character choice for plates 4-7.
General Instructions
● Used Solid Black Mat or Foam Board in correct sizes (No Posterboard)
● Other than artwork, all visible surface area is the Black Mounting Board
● No materials wrapped around, no items extended past sides
● No food, toxic, perishable, flammable, electronic or medium that can damage display
I, , as Theatrical Design Sponsor, hereby certify to the best of my ability that we have
adhered to these requirements in preparing this entry for contest submission and that ALL artwork is the original creation of the
designer submitting it or is fair use as justified in the justification paper and/or plate labeling.
Sponsor Signature Date
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 13
2024 - 25 UIL Theatrical Design MARKETING DESIGN Challenge
Each school may submit TWO Individual MARKETING DESIGN Entries
Students designing MARKETING will submit a total of (4) plates plus their Justification Paper and Prompt
Address Statement. The required elements are outlined as follows and should be submitted in order:
Justification Paper: Students will submit a maximum 750-word paper that includes their explanation of the artist or
artistic movement that inspired their concept and design choices. Explanation of how the inspiration and concept are
reflected in their designs. Explanation of innovative technology used in design or design process should be
addressed. Explanation of how designs are family-friendly should also be addressed. (NOTE: Explanation of
sources for all artwork should also be included within the paper).
Prompt Address Statement: Students must state the artist or artistic movement that inspired their concept and
design choices for this show. Students should also address how their designs have family appeal. 100-word limit.
Artistic Source Citation Page - Students must include an Artistic Source Citation as to how the designs or images
were created such as digital software or AI disclosure. See Required Artistic Source Citation, page 27.
● Plate #1: Students will submit an Inspiration Board (Maximum Mounted Size 10” x 15” x 1.5”) showing the
inspirational basis for their concept and overall branding including but not limited to tag line, logo, color
palette, font choice. The goal of this plate is to give an overall impression of guiding images and ideas that
the designer feels best reflect their concept and branding of the show.
● Plate #2: Original Poster (Maximum Mounted Size 11”x17”) Student should use LEAGUE HIGH
SCHOOL as the producing organization and include the full title Axoloris The Musical by Sean
Mendelson and required information needed to attend the show (when, where, how much, how to get
tickets). There should be three performances which may take place when the designer chooses within
their production year at 7:00 pm. The goal of this plate is to show the primary advertising image of the
campaign.
● Plate #3 - Production Program (Maximum Size 5.5”x8.5”) The program must include the cast and
production company information for the musical and adhere to publisher guidelines. The program should
be a minimum of 4 pages, but not exceed 8. Names may be fictionalized. Program must denote how images
for poster and program were created to include digital software disclosure. The goal of this plate is to show
how key production information is communicated to the audience in advance of the performance starting.
(For STATE only: 3 copies will be provided in a standardized 8”x 10” box pocket plate)
● Plate #4: Social Media Campaign (Maximum Mounted Size 10”x15”). The designer must outline an
effective social media campaign to promote this show starting at least 6 weeks before show date and
include a content calendar and at least one example of a realized social media post. The goal of this plate
is to show how social media will be effectively used to increase ticket sales.
● Plate #5: Educational Engagement Campaign (Maximum Mounted Size 11”x17”). The designer must
describe/plan an educational engagement element to help promote this show and educate students on an
issue in this play. This can be presented in any format the designers chooses, such as: a student study guide,
planned event, video trailer, etc. The goal of this plate is to show how the marketing campaign will engage a
potential audience to increase ticket sales.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE GOOGLE SLIDES OR POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Mounting is NOT required for Round 1 submission, but is required for State. All mounting must be on solid black
foam core or mat board as per contest guidelines and must not exceed the size limits specified here.
Justification Paper and Prompt Address will NOT be mounted for display.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 14
2024 - 25 Marketing Design – State Display Verification Requirements
Plate 1
Plate 2
Max Size Allowed
10”x15”x1.5”
11”x17”
Content
Inspiration/Branding Guide Board
Original Production Poster
● Show Title, Playwright, and Publisher Information labeled
● 3 Dates, Time (7:00 PM), Location, Ticket Info included
● Reflects League High School as the producing organization
Plate 3 8”x10” w/ pocket Production Program
● Play Title, Playwright, and Publisher Required Billing
● Cast and Crew listed
● Minimum of 4 Pages / Maximum of 8 pages (1 page = 8.5” x 5.5”)
● 3 copies for the pocket
Plate 4 10”x15” Social Media Campaign
● Play Title labeled
● 6 weeks outline
● At least 1 piece of realized social media content
Plate 5 11”x17” Educational Engagement Campaign
● Show Title labeled
● At least one engagement element described
Special Instructions
Must follow the prescribed Publisher Instructions
● Official Title: Axoloris The Musical
● Playwright name: Sean Mendelson
○ Playwright name must appear on all marketing no less than 50% size
of the title
● Publisher’s Statement:
Axoloris The Musical is produced by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
www.concordtheatricals.com
General Instructions
● Used Solid Black Mat or Foam Board in correct sizes (No Posterboard)
● Other than artwork, all visible surface area is the Black Mounting Board
● No materials wrapped around, no items extended past sides
● No food, toxic, perishable, flammable, electronic or medium that can damage display
I, , as Theatrical Design Sponsor, hereby certify to the best of my
ability that we have adhered to these requirements in preparing this entry for contest submission and that
ALL artwork is the original creation of the designer submitting it or is fair use as justified in the justification
paper and/or in the plate labeling.
Sponsor Signature Date
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 15
2024-25 UIL Theatrical Design GROUP DESIGN Challenge
Each school may enter ONE Group Design TEAM (4 STUDENTS)
A GROUP Design entry is submitted by a team of exactly 4 students. A Group Entry is made up of 4 student
designers who will complete a combination of 4 of the 6 possible categories (one student designer per category).
Each group member will complete all of the entry requirements listed on the challenge for their design category and
save it in their own file template as the GROUP (Category) entry.
STARTING THIS YEAR, FOR GROUP ONLY: Groups are able to select 4 categories from 6 possible options. This
includes the 4 traditional categories (Set Design, Costume Design, Hair/Makeup Design, Marketing Design) plus two
new additional ones (Props Design, Lighting Design). NOTE: THERE WILL ONLY BE 4 OF THE 6 CATEGORIES in
their group entry submission.
NOTE: LIGHTING DESIGN IS TIED TO SET, AND PROPS DESIGN IS TIED TO COSTUMES.
WHEN EXERCISING YOUR CHOICES, THAT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED.
Category Choices (Group submits only 4 of these 6): Costume Design, Set Design, Hair & Makeup Design, Marketing
Design, *Lighting Design, or **Properties Design.
*Note: If Lighting Design is selected as one of the 4 categories, then set design MUST ALSO be selected and that
will be the design the lighting designer designs for.
**Note: If Properties Design is selected as one of the 4 categories, then Costume MUST ALSO be selected, as part
of the challenge includes coordination of personal props to character costumes.
NOTE: Each student will submit their own justification paper and prompt address. Because they are all designing as
if for the same production with a unified concept, a portion of their papers may be almost identical as they introduce
their concept, but it should then proceed into how the designs in their particular category support/reflect the concept.
When completing the entry form in the online system, there will be a separate window to upload each of the four files
that make up the total entry. Please use the checklists for each of the individual categories to ensure that all items
are included. A group entry missing any requirements for any of the categories will not be eligible for judging.
Note: Members of the group may also enter designs in other individual competition categories, as long as the work they
are doing for each of those entries is a different design than the entry for group.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE GOOGLE SLIDES OR POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Mounting is NOT required for Round 1 submission, but is required for State. All mounting must be on
solid black foam core or mat board as per contest guidelines and must not exceed the size limits specified
here. Justification Paper and Prompt Address will NOT be mounted for display.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 16
2024 - 25 UIL Theatrical Design PROPERTIES DESIGN Challenge (Group Only)
NOTE: IF SELECTED, THE GROUP SHOULD ALSO HAVE A COSTUME ENTRY as Properties Design MUST
reference the Costume Design Entry in the allotted 4 Group Entries.
Students designing Props will submit a total of (5) plates plus their Justification Paper and Prompt Address Statement.
The required elements are outlined as follows and should be submitted in order:
Justification Paper: Students will submit a maximum 750-word paper that includes their explanation of the artist or
artistic movement that inspired their concept and design choices. Explanation of how the inspiration and concept are
reflected in their designs. Explanation of innovative technology used in designs should be addressed. Explanation of
how designs are family-friendly should also be addressed.
Prompt Address Statement: Students must state the artist or artistic movement that inspired their concept and design
choices for this show. Students should also address how their designs have family appeal. 100-word limit.
Artistic Source Citation Page - Students must include an Artistic Source Citation as to how the designs or images
were created such as digital software or AI disclosure. See Required Artistic Source Citation, page 27.
● Plate #1: Students will submit an Inspiration/Mood Board (Maximum Mounted Size 10” x 15” x 1.5”)
showing the inspirational basis for their concept. The goal of this plate is to give an overall impression of
guiding images and ideas that made their way into the final design.
● Plate #2: Properties Plot (Maximum Mounted Size 10” x 15”). The designer must outline the properties plan
for the entire production. The plan must include proposed properties list, character tracking for props
throughout the show. The goal of this plate is to show that the designer recognizes, plans and executes the
properties plan for the production.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FQnPM620zfwcLfvbHg6CCDG2p0AKirExZzsT_1izaIw/edit?usp=sha
ring
● Plate #3: Students will submit a Properties Instructional plan/illustration (Maximum Mounted Size 11” x
17”) showing a drawing, materials list and instruction (details/dimensions) of a prop that would correlate to
Costume Design Plates #3 - #5. In practical terms, a prop is considered anything movable or portable on stage.
Labeling must include the name of the show, act and musical number and how image was created to include
digital software disclosure. The goal of this plate is to give details for constructing a prop that can support
characterization and concept.
● Plate #4: Students will submit Realized Prop Model Photos (Maximum Mounted Size 11” x 17”) The designer
must provide full color photograph(s) of a realized prop design for a character of their choice in Costume
Design Plates #3 - #5. Labeling must include the name of the musical, the name of the character, and the
act/musical number. The goal of this plate is to show how the prop designed will turn out when completed.
● Plate #5: Students will submit Properties Illustration or Realized Prop Model Photos that include details for a
prop that has been reimagined from a store bought or found item. The reimagined prop can come from any
scene in the play. (Maximum Mounted Size 11” x 17”) Store bought or found items shall be referenced and must
contain an alteration or modification plan detailed on the illustration or in the photographs. Labeling must
include the name of the show, location, and how image was created to include digital software disclosure. The
goal of this plate is to show how the properties can help in reimagining a found or bought item and how it was
modified to fit the overall group concept.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE GOOGLE SLIDES OR POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 17
2024 - 25 Properties Design–State Display Verification Requirements
Max Size Allowed Content
Plate 1 10”x 15”x1.5” Inspiration Board
Plate 2 10”x 15” Properties Plot
● Show Title labeled
● Act and Scenes labeled
Plate 3 11” x 17” Properties Instructional plan/Illustration
● Must show a prop that coincides with Costume Plates #3 - #5
● Show Title labeled
● Act and Scene labeled
● Must denote how image was created to include digital software
disclosure
Plate 4 11”x 17” Realized Prop Model Photos
● Show Title labeled
● Act and Scene labeled
● Must show a prop that coincides with Costume Plates #3 - #5
● Must include a figure for scale and must denote how image was
created to include digital software disclosure
Plate 5 11” x 17” Re-imagined Illustration or Prop Model Photos
● Show Title labeled
● Act and Scene labeled
● Can be a prop from any scene in the production - reimagined from
a store-bought or found object
● Must denote how image was created to include digital software
disclosure
General Instructions
● Used Solid Black Mat or Foam Board in correct sizes (No Posterboard)
● Other than artwork, all visible surface area is the Black Mounting Board
● No materials wrapped around, no items extended past sides
● No food, toxic, perishable, flammable, electronic or medium that can damage display
I, , as Theatrical Design Sponsor, hereby certify to the best of
my ability that we have adhered to these requirements in preparing this entry for contest submission
and that ALL artwork is the original creation of the designer submitting it or is fair use as justified in the
justification paper.
Sponsor Signature Date
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 18
2024 - 25 UIL Theatrical Design LIGHTING DESIGN Challenge (Group Only)
Lighting Design must reference Scenic Design Entry in the allotted 4 Group Entries.
Students designing lights looks will submit a total of (5) plates plus their Justification Paper and Prompt Address
Statement. The required elements are outlined as follows and should be submitted in order:
Justification Paper: Students will submit a maximum 750-word paper that includes their explanation of the artist or
artistic movement that inspired their concept and design choices. Explanation of how the inspiration and concept are
reflected in their designs. Explanation of innovative technology used in designs should be addressed. Explanation of
how designs are family friendly should also be addressed.
Prompt Address Statement: Students must state the artist or artistic movement that inspired their concept and
design choices for this show. Students should also address how their designs have family appeal. 100-word limit.
Artistic Source Citation Page - Students must include an Artistic Source Citation as to how the designs or images
were created such as digital software or AI disclosure. See Required Artistic Source Citation, page 27.
● Plate #1: Students will submit an Inspiration Board /Lighting Morgue (Maximum Mounted Size 10” x 15”x
1.5”) showing the inspirational basis for their lighting concept. The students are to show lighting inspiration for
any 3 of the following scenes: the remnants of a garden, VR locations, Old Man Thunder’s house, and VR
education room. The goal of this plate is to give an overall impression of guiding images and ideas that inspired
the designer and made their way into the final design.
● Plates #2, #3 and #4: Lighting Moment Renderings/Lighted Model photos(11” x 17”) For each of the three
scene locations selected from plate #1, strategize and illustrate a look for each scene. The idea is for you to
show us an idea of visuals we will see and what elements you intend to include to create them on your set
designer’s set. This plate, in addition to Rendering/Model Photos, should indicate the colors, textures and
focus/direction of the lights you plan to use and include specific gel colors and gobos, etc. you would
recommend for achieving the looks. Labeling must include the name of the show, the act/scene. The goal of this
plate is to communicate what you want the scenes to look like and indicate your strategy for achieving the
visuals you will use to accomplish this with your lighting. A worksheet for preparing each of these plates:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1uRZxhMXoq3TWwkwApbsS7q3GwMOleJXYHvIjH7h4y_g/edi
t?usp=sharing
● Plate #5: Light Plot (Maximum Mounted Size 11”x17”). The designer must provide a light plot for one of the
three scenes they have illustrated above. The placements of lights should reflect that of which was described in
Plate #2 and #3 for the musical number of their choosing. Labeling must include the name of the show, the
act/scene. Lighting instrument legend must be included. Set Drafting must adhere to USITT standards and
include a proper border and completed title block as well as necessary dimensions. (SEE SAMPLES) They may
be either hand-drawn or Computer Aided Drafting. The light plot should indicate the placement in which the
lights are hung and color/texture/focus used. A template will be provided that allows for the set ground plan and
any front of house positions to be included. The goal of this plate is to show a fully functional lighting plan for a
scenic ground plan within the perimeters of the envisioned venue by using an industry standard format.
NOTE: The Color Lab and Texture Lab here may be helpful for thinking through look ideas and even
developing renderings or photos: https://scenicandlighting.com/lightlabs/ or
https://www.mulvaneystudios.com/light-lab.html . Please credit the use of this resource for plates if used.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE GOOGLE SLIDES OR POWERPOINT TEMPLATE
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 19
Lighting Morgue The idea of a Lighting Morgue is to collect visual images
of lighting moments to use for inspiration. They can be
photos of natural occurrences or staged moments. It is
another word for inspiration board.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 20
COLOR TOOLS
Matt Kizer Light Lab
Mulvaney Studios Light Lab
When selecting colors,
you can choose from a
spectrum or directly
select limited colors.
Spectrum choices will
display a rainbow or
color spectrum that the
user will choose any
color they like. In this
method, the user will
have to use a gel book
to find closest match.
This is available in both
light labs.
In directly selecting gels,
the lab offers some
limited gel choices within
the program. This is
available in Mulvaney
Studios Light lab only.
R80 Primary Blue
Maybe R377
Iris Purple
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 21
TEXTURE TOOLS
When selecting textures,
you can choose from a
limited selection of gobos
within each Light lab tools.
Texture can also be the
edge of the light as seen
through a haze, or
shadows that are
produced by the set itself.
Mulvaney Studios light lab
allows you to change the
direction and placement of
each light.
Matt Kizer’s light Lab
offers 9 directional lights
and 9 gobos.
Other non-listed gobos
can be chosen or
designed to be part of the
designer’s choices.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 22
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 23
LIGHT PLOT NOTATIONS
In writing focus and colors
for light instruments, they are
aligned to be read from one
angle the downstage or
audience view. This is
generally parallel with bottom
edge of paper. This allows
anyone reading the plot to
not have to turn the paper or
their head sideways to read
the information
Audience/Downstage
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 24
FOCUS NOTATION OPTIONS
Focus - the specific area or item at which a light is directed.
Instrument
Number
Gel Color
Option 1
In this notation, the focus can be
written directly in front of the light
after the instrument color. This is
best when focus is a single area
letter or Roman Numeral. The
designer will have labeled areas of
the stage to identify the focus points
for the lights
Option 2
In this notation,
the focus can be
labeled on a list to
white space on
the light plot. This
is best when focus
is an item, special
or other
description.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 25
Light Plot example
Legend detail example
Light notation detail
example
Light detail example
Lighting Design Online Resources
Gels/Color Filter Catalogs
Lee - https://leefilters.com/lighting/colour-effect-lighting-filters/
Rosco - https://us.rosco.com/en/products/catalog/filters-diffusions-products?field_product_type_target_id=136
Gobo Catalogs
Rosco - https://us.rosco.com/en/products/catalog/gobos
Apollo - https://apollodesign.net/gobos
Lighting Templates to purchase
Tools for Stagecraft - https://www.toolsforstagecraft.com/lighting-theatrical-design-templates.html
Field template - https://www.fieldtemplate.com/
Amazon - Sells field template brand
Light Plot Reference
How to Read a Light Plot - https://www.ia470.com/articles/readplot.htm
Theatrecrafts.com - https://www.theatrecrafts.com/pages/home/topics/lighting/lighting-design-paperwork/#lightingplan
Stage lighting for Students - https://www.stagelightingprimer.com/index.html?slfs-right-frame.html&2
USITT standards - https://www.stagelightingprimer.com/USITT_Lighting_Design_Graphics.pdf
How Do - https://www.learnstagelighting.com/blog/how-do-i-create-my-first-light-plot%2F
Lighting in Depth - https://www.usedlighting.com/lounge/2018/08/26/lighting-design-in-depth-magic-sheets
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 26
2024 - 25 Lighting Design–State Display Verification Requirements
Max Size Allowed Content
Plate 1 10”x15”x1.5” Lighting Morgue/Inspiration Board
● Show Title labeled (Axoloris The Musical)
Plates #2-4 11”x17” Lighting Rendering/Photos
● Show Title labeled (Axoloris The Musical)
● Act and Scenes labeled for three chosen scenes/numbers, one per
plate
● One looks moment per plate.
● Gel Colors and Gobos should be listed. Additional notes are
encouraged.
Plate 5 11”x17” Light Plot
with fold down
paper for scale
ground plan and
front of house
lighting positions
in ¼” Scale
● Show Title labeled (Axoloris The Musical)
● Includes drafted set design
● Must include Instrument legend
● Must include all instruments used and their detail of focus, color
and any accessory.
● Must denote how image was created to include digital software
disclosure
General Instructions
● Used Solid Black Mat or Foam Board in correct sizes (No Posterboard)
● Other than artwork, all visible surface area is the Black Mounting Board
● No materials wrapped around, no items extended past sides
● No food, toxic, perishable, flammable, electronic or medium that can damage display
I, , as Theatrical Design Sponsor, hereby certify to the best of
my ability that we have adhered to these requirements in preparing this entry for contest submission
and that ALL artwork is the original creation of the designer submitting it or is fair use as justified in the
justification paper.
Sponsor Signature Date
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 27
Required Artistic Source Citation
In a day and age where it is growing increasingly more difficult to know what is original
and what is sourced, we want to make sure as a contest that we are giving credit where
credit is due. Designers are required to include an artistic course citation slide at the end
of their submission that credits any artistic sources used in the creation of their design.
Students must include an Artistic Source Citation as to how the designs or images were
created such as digital software or AI disclosure.
Sample:
NOTE: We DO NOT require citations on Plate #1 - (inspiration/theme/mood board)
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 28
Theatrical Design Submission Template Link
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1gwhGkhWwWmh
PXVukxyIyswIFAa2TJNivvaHc6izjdVk/edit?usp=sharing
Tutorial on Preparing your Digital Submission
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XIBzNK5tEQxDeiahTeeaU
ohgDVz6W8QB/view?usp=sharing
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 29
Theatrical Design Judging Guidelines
30% Adherence to the prompt
EXEMPLARY (1)
Advances to State DISTINGUISHED MERIT (2) MERIT (3) HONOR (4)
Chosen theme and design
choices reveal a deep
understanding of the play.
The theme is clearly present
within the design and is
repeatedly connected to the
literature through textual
references in the justification
paper. The concept is
present in every detail of the
design. All design choices
connect back to the written
work, theme, and derived
concept.
Chosen theme and design
choices reveal a good
understanding of the play.
The theme is mostly
explored with the design and
is connected to the literature
in the justification paper
several times. The concept
is mostly inspired by the
theme. Most design choices
connect back to the written
work, theme, and derived
concept.
Chosen theme and design
choices reveal a basic
understanding of the play.
The theme is occasionally
present within the work and
is connected to the literature
in the justification paper a
few times. The concept is
somewhat inspired by the
theme. Several design
choices connect back to the
written work, theme, and
derived concept.
Chosen theme and design
choices reveal a weak
understanding of the play.
The theme is rarely present
within the work and is rarely
connected to the literature in
the justification paper. The
concept may be inspired by
the theme, but is not
strongly reflected in choices.
A couple design choices
connect back to the written
work, theme, and derived
concept, but is not evident
throughout.
30% Artistic Communication
EXEMPLARY (1)
Advances to State DISTINGUISHED MERIT (2) MERIT (3) HONOR (4)
The model and/or renderings
serve as a clear prototype
from which production
elements could be
constructed accurately and
in detail. Fully realized
designs (makeup photos,
marketing material, etc) are
complete and immediately
ready to be implemented
within a production.
The model and/or renderings
mostly serve as a prototype
from which production
elements could be
constructed with a few
clarifications. Fully realized
designs are mostly complete
and could be implemented
with minimal editing.
The model and/or renderings
somewhat suggest prototype
from which production
elements could be
constructed with a several
clarifications. Fully realized
designs could be
implemented for a production
with several edits.
The model and/or
renderings do not provide a
prototype from which
production elements could
be constructed. Fully
realized designs require
major editing before they
could be implemented for
use with a production.
20% Design Reflects Best Practices in a Theatre Production Application
EXEMPLARY (1)
Advances to State DISTINGUISHED MERIT (2) MERIT (3) HONOR (4)
Designs are safe and could
immediately be used in a
fully realized production. All
work mirrors professional
quality, extreme creativity,
and would allow for creative
collaboration with a director,
other designers, and actors.
Designs are completely
safe and would mostly work
for a fully realized
production. A few choices
would slightly limit creativity
of a director, other
designers, and/or actors.
Designs are mostly safe
and could somewhat work
for a fully realized
production. Many choices
would slightly limit
creativity of a director,
other designers, and/or
actors.
Design may not be safe or
would not work for a fully
realized production. Most
choices limit creativity of a
director, other designers,
and/or actors.
20% Design Effectively Supports the Script as Written
EXEMPLARY (1)
Advances to State DISTINGUISHED MERIT (2) MERIT (3) HONOR (4)
The design connects The design mostly connects The design somewhat The design barely connects
intrinsically to the to the literature. The connects to the literature. to the literature. The
literature. The needs of the needs of the play and The needs of the play and needs of the play and
play and playwright’s playwright’s intentions are playwright’s intentions are playwright’s intentions are
intentions are fully met. mostly met. somewhat met. not met.
Submission Deadline: Saturday, February 15th, 2025, by 11:59 pm 30
Please consider attending one of the UIL Student Activity Conferences
offered this Fall to help you in preparing for the competition.
Sept 7 Tyler Junior College, Tyler
Sept 14 Lone Star College-North Harris, Houston
Oct 5 Texas Tech University, Lubbock
Nov 2 University of Texas at Austin
Teachers:
Workshops will also be available as part of the TxETA TheatreFest at the
Moody Gardens in Galveston September 25-28th, 2024. All of the 1st
through 3rd Place medalists’ work from the previous year’s contest will be on
display there as part of DesignFest and will also be displayed at the Texas
Thespians State Festivals
If you have any questions please email
Rachael Gomez,
State Contest Director for Theatrical Design
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