THE 160 - Fundamentals of Theatre Design (FYS) (1)

What does it take to bring a script to life on stage in a way that captures the audience’s imagination and pulls them into the story? How do you build that experience? What components are considered? We will explore the role and process of design as it relates to theatrical production. In this course we read and analyze texts, explore painting, rendering, drawing and model building skills, and complete practical exercises in scenic and costume design while learning to critically respond to design work with the elements of design vocabulary. At the end of the course you’ll be prepared to assist with the design of a Cornell or community theatre production.
(First Year Seminar (FYS))