Set Design Review

All of the following are examples of PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS for design design EXCEPT:

• The kind of theatre space you have

• The director's "vision"

• Your budget!

• Information found in the script

Answer explanation

Everything is an example of a practical consideration EXCEPT FOR the director's vision- this is considered an artistic consideration for set design.

All of the following are examples of ARTISTIC CONSIDERATIONS for set designs EXCEPT FOR:

• The director's "vision"

• Whether or not the design will be abstract/stylized or realistic

• Genre/Tone of the Script

• Where the set is going to be built

Answer explanation

All of the following are examples of artistic considerations EXCEPT FOR where the set will be built. This will be handled by the design team and directors as a PRACTICAL consideration.

If your design is fast and good, it CANNOT be _____. (5 letters)

Answer explanation

REMEMBER: You can build it fast, CHEAP, or good- but it can't be all three.

If your set design is built good and cheap, it CANNOT be ____! (4 letter word)

If a design is built _____ and fast, it definitely cannot be good! (5-letter word)

What is the difference between abstract/stylized versus realistic set designs?

• Realistic sets showcase real locations and settings, stylized sets mainly showcase ideas, images or themes.

• Realistic sets are 3-dimensional, stylized are 2-dimensional

• Realistic sets are minimally done, stylized sets are super grand and large!

• None of the above

Answer explanation

Keep in mind that realistic sets aim to show you everything on stage that you would actually see in a location (i.e. a whiteboard for a classroom),whereas stylized or abstract sets aim to show you main themes and ideas and motifs on a stage and can SOMETIMES showcase a set (i.e. a black tree to show you that nature is dying).

What type of set is the most basic building block for most designs?

• Platforms

• Step/Stair Units

• Both A & B

• Flats

Answer explanation

FLATS! Flats are the most basic building block of set designs, and are often cheaper/easier to make than platforms and stair/step units.

Why is it important to have levels in a set design? (Choose the top TWO) that apply.

• So that you can see other actors & the things placed onstage

• To make it more visually pleasing to look at

• Because Ms. Pearce said so.

• None of the above.

Answer explanation

Levels are super important in a show, as you need to make sure that you can see everyone AND everything in a set design. If the audience cannot see what you were going for, then how are they supposed to know? It can also add visual interest onstage.

Why is it important to abide by set construction safety when creating set designs?

• Because Ms. Pearce said so.

• So that you and anyone else will remain safe and not get hurt in any way.

• You don't need to- just make the sets and everything will be fine. If you do get hurt, it builds character.

• None of the above.

Answer explanation

Obviously, it is important to abide by the rules of safety because you want to make sure that no one gets hurt, wounded, burned, or have complications with their health in the future.

All of the following are examples of some construction safety rules and protocols we discussed EXCEPT FOR:

• Wear a mask around harsh chemicals or when there's flying dust.

• Clothing should be comfortable, but not loose.

• Keep your hair down at all times to avoid bugs and dust.

• Don't wear open-toed shoes