Design for the Theater: Scenery, Spring 2005

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Author:

Fregosi, William A.

Subject:

Arts

Institution Name:

M.I.T.

Collection:

MIT OpenCourseWare

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

This course will examine theory of scenic design as currently practiced, as well as historical traditions for use of performance space and audience/performer engagement. Four play scripts and one opera or dance theater piece will be designed after in-depth analysis; emphasis will be on the social, political and cultural milieu at the time of their creation, and now.

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Full Course, Syllabi

Media Format:

Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML, Downloadable docs

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Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0