Designers

Getting Started Engagement Analysis Research Incubation Selection Implementation Evaluation

Goals Definition of the world of the play Evocation of mood Reinforcement of style Support and amplification of dramatic action Focus of audience attention

Implementation: Scenic Sketches

Implementation: Models

Implementation: Drafting

Implementation: Drafting, Light Plot

Implementation: Paint Elevations

Implementation: The Final Product

Stage Properties, (Props) A property, commonly shortened to prop (plural: props), is an object used on stage or on screen by actors during a performance or screen production. In practical terms, a prop is considered to be anything movable or portable on a stage or a set, distinct from the actors, scenery, costumes and electrical equipment. Consumable food items appearing in the production are also considered properties.actorsperformance screen production

Types of Props (as stated in the book) Trim Props Hand Props Personal Props

Types of Props (in the real world) Hand Props Set Decoration Furniture or Set Props Food Props Costume Props Animal Props

Props: The Man Who Came to Dinner

Types of Props (subcategories of props) Paper Props Drapery Practical lighting Weapons

Sound Design

What is sound design? How does sound design add to a performance?

Sound Design Sound designs are categorized three ways: Sound Effects Recorded Music Reinforcement

Sound Design Types of sound effects and music: Framing Effects Underscoring Transitional Effects and Music Specific and Practical Cues

Sound Design What is the work? 1.Script Analysis 2.Collaboration with the director 3.Address amplification or reinforcement issues 4.Create a cue list 5.Source sound effects and music 6.Design sound system 7.Program the design (SFX or Qlab)

Sound Design SFX

Sound Design QLab