Technical theater for nontechnical people

Title Page......Page 2
Copyright Page......Page 3
Table of Contents......Page 4
Acknowledgments......Page 8
Introduction: Why This Book......Page 10
General Notes......Page 14
1 Breaking It Down: Who Does What......Page 16
2 Touring a New Space: What to Look For......Page 24
3 Scenic Design: Space, Texture, and the “Big Statement”......Page 34
4 The Tools of Scenery: Surface, Texture, and Tricks......Page 46
5 Lighting Design: Illumination, Mood, and Focus......Page 86
6 The Tools of Lighting: Now You See It......Page 108
7 Costume Design: Character, Period, and Function......Page 144
8 The Tools of Costumes: Shopping, Draping, and Stitching......Page 154
9 Sound Design: Audible Atmosphere......Page 162
10 Show Control: Why Can’t We All Get Along?......Page 194
11 Properties: Research, Detail, and Crafts......Page 204
12 Stage Management: The Best Port in a Storm......Page 214
13 Corporate Theater: How to Do a Show in a Hotel......Page 238
14 The Essentials: Things You Should Know and Things You Should Own......Page 252
In Closing......Page 256
Glossary......Page 258
Bibliography......Page 278
Index......Page 280