In it we will cover the basic concepts of design as a visual art, design theory and practice as it relates to the theatre, as well as production techniques used to realize today's designs. The design and lab projects will be explained in detail in suffecient time to complete the work. The practical project will involve work on one of the productions mounted by the Theatre Arts department this season.
All assignments are due on the day announced.
Late work will not be accepted. The lowest 2 grades will be eliminated. 4 missed assignments will preclude a passing grade. Since the assignments will be based on the material and techniques presented in class, if you choose to miss class, your grade will suffer. The text for this course is From Page to Stage by Rosemary Ingham.