Model-making for the Stage: a Practical Guide

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Model-making for the Stage: a Practical Guide
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Keith Orton
Foreword by Tom Piper
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 165
Category/GenreTheatre - technical and background skills
ISBN/Barcode 9781861266903
ClassificationsDewey:792.025
Audience
General
Illustrations 160 illustrations

Publishing Details

Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
Publication Date 23 August 2004
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Model Making for the Stage explains the practical techniques that will promote accurate scale model making for the theatre. Topics covered include: * Practical information about model-making materials and setting up a good working environment * Foundation skills, techniques and exercises to introduce model making * How to construct scale interiors, exteriors and furniture, and create accurate scale figures * Different types of model within a design process * The scenographic model as a communication tool * Collaborating with the director and fellow designers as an integral part of model-making process * The importance of considering the performers during the model-making process * Information about theatre technology, scenic construction and painting * Presenting the final scenographic model AUTHOR: Keith Orton studied theatre design at the Central School of Speech and Drama. In the mid 1990s he became a resident designer at Oldham Coliseum Theatre. In 1996 he returned to Central as a full time design tutor. 160 b/w photos

Author Biography

Keith Orton studied theatre design at the Central School of Speech and Drama. In the mid 1990s he became a resident designer at Oldham Coliseum Theatre. In 1996 he returned to Central as a full time design tutor.