1. Types of Sets

2. Box Set The most common type of interior set
Consists of 2 or 3 walls and sometimes covered by a ceiling
Walls are made with flats
Can be painted over and re-used for other productions

3. Unit Set
Made up of several scenic units that can be moved to create several settings
Practical when wanting to present multi- set shows
Used when presenting an evening of one- act plays

4. Permanent Set Rarely changes throughout the production
May be one big acting area, or several smaller areas
Controlled lights help determine the location and setting
Think about Noises Off

5. Permanent Set of “Hair”

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8. Screen Set Two-fold or three- fold flats that form walls
Space is left to portray openings and door
Allows for quick scene changes

9. Profile Set
Similar to screen set, but it covers the entire perimeter of the set
Often times prisms are used to help with quick scene changes
Prisms are three flats put together to form a triangle

10. Curtain Set Uses curtains as a backdrop for the play
Used when there is a limited budget
Acting area is always the same size