760-428 Theatre Design

Formerly available as 760-298/398. Students who have completed 760-298/398 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. The subject may be credited towards a major in either theatre studies or visual arts.

25 points of second year theatre studies or equivalent.

This subject involves the application of foundations established in theatre studies to theatre design. Investigations of form, structure and theatre design history and praxis will develop students' understanding of basic design principles and spatial concepts appropriate to a critical investigation of design for the theatre. Fundamental concepts of design will be introduced through the discussion of prominent designers, techniques of design, and ideas of design in form and function. Aspects of design relating to the use of light and space in theatre will be developed in class time and research projects.

• be able to access a broad range of resource material, including traditional text and electronic material;

• demonstrate advanced communication skills;

• work successfully with peers;

• demonstrate the ability and self-confidence to comprehend complex structural and organisational concepts.

Written work of 4000 words for 3rd year and 5000 words for 4th year comprising a research project of 2500 words for 3rd year and 3500 words for 4th year in the form of an essay on an aspect of theatre design 40% (due at the end of semester), analysis of design 20%, (to be concluded by the end of semester), participation and class presentation of 1500 words for 3rd year and 4th year comprising a design project dealing with either space or light to be presented in model, drawing, digital or some other format 40% (due one week after class presentation). There is a hurdle requirement of a minimum 80% attendance.