Design Flashcards
Aspects of the physical relationship between spectators and actors
Size
Shape
Distance
Why is the physical relationship between spectators and actors important?
It affects the way the audience receives the performance
Types of stages
Proscenium
Thrust
Arena
Flexible
Proscenium stage
Audience is all on one side of the stage, has a frame usually with curtains
Thrust
Stage is surrounded on two or three sides
Arena
Stage is surrounded on all sides
Flexible
The boundary between the audience and the actors is unclear
How have stages changed since ancient times?
In ancient times the stages were usually outdoors, so there was minimal illusionism the audience often had to imagine the setting. Now, there are indoor theaters, leading to more illusionism
What is a production concept?
A unifying vision for all elements of a play, working to convey some underlying message, theme, or idea from the play
