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PART THREE: RIGGING AND LIGHTING
by Rita Kogler Carver
Stagecraft Fundamentals
Front Cover
Praise for Stagecraft Fundamentals: A Guide and Reference for Theatrical Production
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright
Concise Contents
Contents
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
INTRODUCTION
PART ONE: HISTORY AND ART
CHAPTER I Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going: A Brief History and Introduction
Greek Theatre
Roman Theatre
The Middle Ages
Commedia Del’Arte
The Renaissance
Japanese Theatre
Noh
Bunraku
Kabuki
Chinese Theatre
The Twentieth Century
Proscenium Theatre
Thrust Stage
Arena Stage
Black Box
Environmental Theatre
Theatre Venues
CHAPTER II It’s All About Collaboration: Design for Theatre
Production Team Collaboration
Design Process
Reading the Script
Meeting with the Director
Script Breakdown
Research
Styles of Architecture
Orders of Architecture
Design Meeting
Designers Draw, Render, and Draft
CHAPTER III Making It Visual: Composition
Rules of Thirds
Putting the Composition Together
Line and Direction
Shape
Texture
Line Weight
Balance and Proportion
Pattern
Scale
CHAPTER IV Black and White Are Colors TOO!: Color Theory
Pigment and Light
Tints, Shades, and Tones
Interpreting Color
Black and White
CHAPTER V Creating the Stage Picture: Drawing, Rendering, and Drafting
What Are the Differences?
Sal’s Test
Putting It in Proportion
Various Supplies and Tools
Dry Stuff
Pencils
Pastels and Crayons
Wet Stuff
Pens and Markers
Paint
Fixing the Oops
Paper
Tools
Computers
Perspective Drawing
Rendering
Drafting
PART TWO: SAFETY AND SCENERY
CHAPTER VI Safety First!: Safety
Personal Safety
Fire Safety
Material Safety Data Sheets
Examples of Panic
CHAPTER VII Setting It All Up: Scenic Tools and Materials
Tools
Measuring and Marking
Cutting and Shaping
Wood-Cutting Tools and Saws
Metal-Cutting Saws
Powered Hand Tools
Powered Stationary Tools
Assembly
Hand Tools
Powered Hand Tools
Pneumatic Tools
Welding Tools
Cleaning Up
Supplies
Wood
Dimensional Lumber
Sheet Lumber
Molding
Metal
Fabric
Velour
Duvetyn
Muslin
Scrim
Foams and Plastics
Foams
Plastics
Hardware
Nails
Screws and Bolts
Washers and Nuts
Staples
Adhesives
Hinges
Casters
CHAPTER VIII How to Get It Done: Scenery Standard Techniques and Practices
Scenic Techniques Develop Through History
Scenic Design Process
Building Techniques
CHAPTER IX A Little Dab Will Do Ya: Paint
Overview
Safety
Tools and Supplies
Paints and Glazes
Texturing
Step-by-Step Techniques
Marble
Brick
Wood Grain
PART THREE: RIGGING AND LIGHTING
CHAPTER X Hanging by a Thread: Rigging
Ropes
Knots
Rigging Systems
Hemp House
Single Purchase
Double Purchase
Truss
CHAPTER XI House to Half … Lighting
Electricity
Fixtures
Dimmers
Control
Perishables
Accessories
PART FOUR: COSTUMES AND MAKEUP
CHAPTER XII All Dressed Up with Someplace to Go: Costumes
Fabrics
Tools and Accessories
Measurements
Women’s Measurement Instructions
Men’s Measurement Instructions
Sewing
Software
CHAPTER XIII Put On a Happy Face: Makeup
Facial Shapes
Makeup and Tools
Makeup Application
PART FIVE: SOUND AND SPECIAL EFFECTS
CHAPTER XIV Is This Thing On?: Sound
Sound Basics
Sound Systems
Microphones
Mixing Consules
Signal Processing
Speakers
Connectors and Cables
Headsets
Assisted-Hearing Devices
CHAPTER XV The Magic Behind the Curtain: Special Effects
Vintage Effects
Nature
Fire
Projections
Modern Effects
Nature
Fire
Fog and Haze
Projections
Software
PART SIX: STAGE MANAGEMENT AND CAREERS
CHAPTER XVI Warning, Standby, GO!: Stage Management
Stage Manager Kit
Auditions
Rehearsals
Technical Rehearsals and Performances
CHAPTER XVII What’s Next?: Career Choices
Theatre Careers
Box Office Manager
Company Manager
Costume Designer
Director
House Manager
Lighting Designer
Producer
Production Manager
Project Manager
Rigger
Scenic Artist
Scenic Designer
Sound Designer
Stage Management
Technical Director
Interviews
Grace Brandt Interview
Anne Johnson Interview
Michael Rizzo Interview
CHAPTER XVIII Still Confused?: Glossary and Lots More!
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Quotes
Appendix C: Useless Factoids
Appendix D: Image Credits
Appendix E: Corporate Help
INDEX
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