Set Design / StageCraft

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of scenery?

• Provides a place to act.

• Creates the mood and atmosphere.

• Conceals the interrelationships between characters.

• Defines the time and setting.

TRUE or FALSE: Theater conventions are practices that are generally accepted.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Scenic design should NOT...

• Match the playwright's intent.

• Serve the actor.

• Dominate the actor.

• Fit the needs of the play.

This image is an example of...

• Periaktoi

• Shutters

• Proscenium

• Skene

This image is an example of...

• Periaktoi

• Shutters

• Proscenium

• Skene

This image is an example of...

• Interior Set

• Exterior Scene

• Street Scene

• Entrance

This image is an example of...

• Interior Set

• Exterior Scene

• Street Scene

• Entrance

This image is an example of...

• Box Set

• Unit Set

• Periaktoi

• Proscenium

Which of the following is the first step as a set designer?

• Read the script.

• Take notes on the script.

• Discuss the style with the director.

• Draw a floor plan or blueprint.

• Research items and materials.

After discussing style with the director, what is the next step as a set designer?

• Read the script.

• Take notes on the script.

• Draw a floor plan or blueprint.

• Research items and materials.

• Build the set.