In addition to other production details, the stage crew has been very busy painting the backdrop that will be used in the performances. The unique medium used in the painting process is called Aneline Scenic Dye, which is in powder form. One tablespoon is added to one gallon of hot water. Polyvinyl white glue is added to the mixture to bind the dyes to the muslin. The backdrop is developed by using a grid of one inch on the original drawing, then laying out scenic muslin, which is heavier than ordinary muslin, and drawing a grid of one foot and hand painting the same drawing to the larger canvas.
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