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Technical Theater for Nontechnical People

Author : Drew Campbell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1581159420
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (811 download)

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Download or read book Technical Theater for Nontechnical People written by Drew Campbell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-01-13 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely updated to reflect state-of-the-art standards in today's fast-changing theater technology, Technical Theater for Nontechnical People helps actors, dancers, playwrights, and directors to understand every aspect of a traditional and digitally supported backstage environment-from scenery, lighting, and sound to props, costumes, and stage management. All sides of production are clearly explained in jargon-free prose, and unfamiliar terms are highlighted and defined in an appended glossary. In addition to discussions on the more traditional elements of technical theater, this book gives equal weight to the new technologies that have become mainstream, including software (DMX, MIDI, and SMPTI) for show control systems, software to build audio cues, and PC-based audio play-back systems.

Technical Theater for Nontechnical People

Author : Drew Campbell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1621535444
Total Pages : 404 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (215 download)

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Download or read book Technical Theater for Nontechnical People written by Drew Campbell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-11-22 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technical Theater for Nontechnical People helps actors, directors, stage managers, producers, and event planners understand every aspect of technical theater—from scenery, lighting, and sound to props, costumes, and stage management. In this thoroughly revised new edition, the popular guide firmly embraces the digital age with new content about digital audio, intelligent lighting, LED lighting, video projection, and show control systems, all explained in the same approachable style that has kept this book in the pockets of industry professionals for many years. A brand-new chapter on sound design has also been added, and every chapter has been updated with more information about the basics of theater technology, including draperies, lighting instruments, microphones, costume sketches, and more. This book teaches: Who’s who on a theatrical production team What is needed to know about technical theater and why What to look for when choosing a space for a show How to communicate with lighting, scenery, audio, and costume designers How to stage manage an effective show or presentation Covering both traditional and digitally supported backstage environments, this book is an essential guide for working with every technical aspect of theater! Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.

Technical Film and TV for Nontechnical People

Author : Drew Campbell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1581159986
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (811 download)

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Download or read book Technical Film and TV for Nontechnical People written by Drew Campbell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2002-06-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technical Film and TV for Nontechnical People introduces film students, actors, producers and other nontechnical film people to the technical aspects that everyone working on a film set should know. Author Drew Campbell is a lighting and sound designer for Universal Studios who started out in theater and who was struck by the complex technical procedures and idiosyncratic expressions that he encountered on his first weeks on the set. Topics explained: Who does what on a film set: the roles of technical and non-technical team members Seeing a script: turning a story into a storyboard and then into a production Shooting on film or video: when each format is best used The parts of a camera: how it functions and how actors can best cooperate with it Sound: the process of recording and editing Shooting: the geography and schedule of a set and "getting the shot" Postproduction: editing, continuity, and the dailies

Careers in Technical Theater

Author : Mike Lawler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1581158033
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (811 download)

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Download or read book Careers in Technical Theater written by Mike Lawler and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Want to make it big on Broadway—as a techie? Or how about working in smaller regional theater? Careers in Technical Theater explains more than twenty different careers from the perspective of successful theater artists. Included are specialties that have been around for decades, as well as those still emerging in the field. Concise information is provided on job duties, estimated earnings, recommended training, examples of career paths, and the insights are given of working pros in management, scenery, audio/visual, costumes, video and projection, engineering, and theatrical systems. There’s even a detailed appendix on finding on-the-job training as an intern, apprentice, or paid worker. For anyone interested in a behind-the-scenes life in the theater,Careers in Technical Theater is a priceless resource. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.

An Introduction to Technical Theatre

Author : Tal Sanders
Publisher : Pacific University
ISBN 13 : 9781945398872
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (988 download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to Technical Theatre written by Tal Sanders and published by Pacific University. This book was released on 2018-09 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An Introduction to Technical Theatre draws on the author's experience in both the theatre and the classroom over the last 30 years. Intended as a resource for both secondary and post-secondary theatre courses, this text provides a comprehensive overview of technical theatre, including terminology and general practices. Introduction to Technical Theatre's accessible format is ideal for students at all levels, including those studying technical theatre as an elective part of their education. The text's modular format is also intended to assist teachers approach the subject at their own pace and structure, a necessity for those who may regularly rearrange their syllabi around productions and space scheduling" -- From publisher website.

Fundamentals of Theatrical Design

Author : Karen Brewster
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1581158491
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (811 download)

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Download or read book Fundamentals of Theatrical Design written by Karen Brewster and published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc.. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Veteran theater designers Karen Brewster and Melissa Shafer have consulted with a broad range of seasoned theater industry professionals to provide an exhaustive guide full of sound advice and insight. With clear examples and hands-on exercises, Fundamentals of Theatrical Design illustrates the way in which the three major areas of theatrical design--scenery, costumes, and lighting--are intrinsically linked. Attractively priced for use as a classroom text, this is a comprehensive resource for all levels of designers and directors. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.

The Perfect Stage Crew

Author : John Kaluta
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1621535215
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (215 download)

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Download or read book The Perfect Stage Crew written by John Kaluta and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-06-21 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a must-have book for anyone producing a stage show without a Broadway-sized budget. Written by a technical theater veteran, The Perfect Stage Crew explains the pitfalls to avoid and provides solutions to the most common—and the most complex—stage performance problems, even for theaters with a lack of resources. An invaluable guide for middle and high school theaters, college theaters, and community theaters, The Perfect Stage Crew teaches readers how to: Stock, organize, and store the essential backstage supplies Conceptualize, design, and build sets Manage a stage crew effectively Paint scenery and backdrops Test, design, and hang lighting Operate and repair sound equipment Set cues Promote your show This expanded second edition covers up-to-date technology, including for use with recording, sound, and lighting. Chapters also cover such crucial topics as running technical rehearsals, gathering props, and creating and selling tickets. Theater groups that need to learn the nuts and bolts of putting a show together will discover how to turn backstage workers into The Perfect Stage Crew. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.

Stagecraft Fundamentals

Author : Rita Kogler Carver
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 0240820517
Total Pages : 498 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (48 download)

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Download or read book Stagecraft Fundamentals written by Rita Kogler Carver and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stagecraft Fundamentals Second Edition tackles every aspect of theatre production with Emmy Award-winning author Rita Kogler Carver's signature witty and engaging voice. The history of stagecraft, safety precautions, lighting, costumes, scenery, career planning tips, and more are discussed, illustrated by beautiful color examples that display step-by-step procedures and the finished product. This second edition offers even more in-demand information on stage management, drawing and drafting (both by hand and CAD), lighting fixtures, and special effects. Also new to this edition are current articles from Lighting and Sound America, brand new diagrams that illustrate hard-to-grasp concepts, and a plethora of information on European conversions, standards, and practices, making the skills you learn applicable to stage jobs on either side of the ocean! The accompanying website, www.stagecraftfundamentals.com is bursting with additional material such as an instructor's manual, CAD drawings, color theory, manufacturing information, and so much more to help you along the way as you learn all about the world of theatre production! Praise for the Book: Beautifully written! The author has succeeded in relaying technical theatre information without being too technical and putting the reader to sleep. I read three sentences and instantly knew this book was for me and the way I teach. When I think back on the insufferable intro to tech theatre books I had to read, I feel cheated I didn't have this one as a student. I will be using this text in my class! -- Rob Napoli, Designer and Technical Director at Penn State University, Berks Campus This text has temped me to return to teaching with a textbook for the first time in seven years. The language is both accessible and informal yet the text goes a long way in debunking some of the typical jargon that may alienate students just getting into the field, or trying it out for the first time. The illustrations (the text is full of them) coupled with the stories reinforce the fundamental information being conveyed. -- John Paul Devlin, Associate Professor of Theatre at Saint Michael's College What a great idea! Thank heavens someone is doing this for students at that impressionable age. That has been one of my mantras - education of teachers and students on the use of scenic materials. The teachers don't have enough time in college to learn and do everything they have to teach. Most get thrown into the theatre area by default and struggle with designing/building/painting the scenery. -- Jenny Knott, Rosco Stagecraft Fundamentals is beautifully illustrated throughout, and the pofusion of color on every page gives this textbook the appearance of a coffee table book. The writing is clear and personal, which should be very appealing to students. Rita Carver covers all aspects of theatre production from scenery, to lighting, to an actor's makeup. Her close ties to the New York theatre scene gives this book a special insight into the professional world, one that goes well beyond what is found in most college textbooks. -- John Holloway, Professor in the Theatre Department at the University of Kentucky and President of the International Association of Theatrical stage Employees (IATSE) Local 346. I can't thank you enough for Stagecraft Fundamentals. I have been teaching stagecraft since 1976 and you have saved me from the nightmare of writing a text to suit my class needs..After two semesters with your text, I have found that I had more time to develop the skills necessary within the classroom than before. The humor that you have infused in the book has enticed my students to read on. That alone makes this text invaluable. --Meta Lasch, Assistant Professor, West Liberty University

Illustrated Theatre Production Guide

Author : John Holloway
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1136082859
Total Pages : 1120 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (36 download)

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Download or read book Illustrated Theatre Production Guide written by John Holloway and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013-03-20 with total page 1120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This invaluable guide takes a step-by-step approach to the most common and popular theatre production practices and covers important issues related to the construction of wooden, fabric, plastic, and metal scenery used on the stage. This new edition of the Illustrated Theatre Production Guide uniquely shows you how to build scenery through detailed lessons and hundreds of drawings. The illustrations make this book like no other and offers solutions to problems that you face, from rigging and knot tying, to drapery folding and the most detailed information on metal framing available. Written for the community theatre worker who has to be a jack of all trades and the student who needs to learn the fundamentals, respected author John Holloway teaches in a way that covers the necessities but doesn't bog you down with heavy language and boring verbosity. New features in this book range from expanded information on metal framing and foam construction to brand new elements such as a chapter on stage management and an extremely helpful Website with videos -- meant to go along with the informative section on projects. These videos take you from the drawings and descriptions in the book to the video instructions that will help you learn visually. A must have for the theatre professional as a guide to refer back to over and over again.

Stagecraft 1

Author : William H. Lord
Publisher : Dramatic Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780960632091
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Stagecraft 1 written by William H. Lord and published by Dramatic Publishing. This book was released on 2000-11 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Stage Scenery: Its Construction and Rigging

Author : Arnold S. Gillette
Publisher : New York : Harper & Row
ISBN 13 : 9780060423308
Total Pages : 454 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (233 download)

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Download or read book Stage Scenery: Its Construction and Rigging written by Arnold S. Gillette and published by New York : Harper & Row. This book was released on 1972 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

A Practical Guide to Greener Theatre

Author : Ellen Jones
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1136774521
Total Pages : 299 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (367 download)

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Download or read book A Practical Guide to Greener Theatre written by Ellen Jones and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2013-10-30 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Protecting the environment should be a priority of every theatrical production, but it can be challenging to mount an environmentally-friendly show with limited time, resources, and information. A Practical Guide to Greener Theatre: Introduce Sustainability Into Your Productions not only gives you the information you need to make greener decisions, but provides you with practical, workable solutions. You will learn how to assess and improve every production area – from costuming and painting, lighting and technical direction, to administrative offices and the rehearsal process. Checklists, examples of successful strategies, and step-by-step instructions will show you how to identify areas where manageable, sustainable changes can make your productions greener, and advice from working professionals, with experience greening their own productions, will leave you confident that your processes are environmentally sound. Even non-technical people who find themselves responsible for supervising productions will find green solutions that can be instituted with a staff of volunteers or students. Remember: every step toward sustainability is a step forward. Discover small fixes that will make your theatre productions greener. Examine ways to introduce greener practices in the design, execution, and strike process. Explore how introducing sustainability into your theatre productions can save your company time and money. Learn how sustainability and safety intersect to help protect your workers and volunteers.

Designing and Painting for the Theatre

Author : Lynn Pecktal
Publisher : New York : Holt, Rinehart and Winston
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 434 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Designing and Painting for the Theatre written by Lynn Pecktal and published by New York : Holt, Rinehart and Winston. This book was released on 1975 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Stage Lighting Design

Author : Richard Pilbrow
Publisher : Nick Hern Books
ISBN 13 : 9781854599964
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (999 download)

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Download or read book Stage Lighting Design written by Richard Pilbrow and published by Nick Hern Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Stage Lighting Design" covers the complete history, theory and - above all - practice of lighting design. It contains 450 black and white half tones, 60 colour photos and innumerable diagrams, lighting plots etc. "Stage Lighting Design" is arranged in four sections: Design: the basic principles, illustrated with reference to specific productions; History: a brief survey of the historical development of stage lighting; Life: interviews with 14 other lighting designers, plus notes on Pilbrow's own career; and Mechanics: a vast section dealing with all the technical data today's designer will need.

Breaking Into Acting For Dummies

Author : Larry Garrison
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118053907
Total Pages : 358 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Breaking Into Acting For Dummies written by Larry Garrison and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-10 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides the expert advice you need to get your big break! Jump-start your career and land that paying part From preparing for auditions to finding an agent, the acting business is a challenging and competitive field. This indispensable guide is what every aspiring actor needs to get a foot in the door. Discover how to market yourself, choose a dynamic head shot, create a stellar acting resume, join unions, and pay the bills while you pursue your acting dreams. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun

The Dramatic Imagination

Author : Robert Edmond Jones
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 0878301844
Total Pages : 69 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (783 download)

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Download or read book The Dramatic Imagination written by Robert Edmond Jones and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2004 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

The Technical Director's Toolkit

Author : Zachary Stribling
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1317752635
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (177 download)

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Download or read book The Technical Director's Toolkit written by Zachary Stribling and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2015-12-07 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the world of theatre, the technical director is responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient realization and implementation of scenery for the stage. The Technical Director’s Toolkit is the first book to address every nut and bolt of this multifaceted job. This book guides readers though the step-by-step processes of technical direction and the responsibilities of the TD in the mounting of a theatrical production. Leadership, management, relationship building, personal responsibility, and problem solving are addressed, demonstrating not only how to become a more efficient and effective TD, but also how to be a collaborative member of a production team that artists will seek to work with again and again. The book also addresses scene shop design, facility repair and maintenance, and finishes with a brief overview of other areas of technical theatre that help round out the far reaching skill set of a successful TD. This book is perfect for university courses in Stagecraft and Technical Direction and for the aspiring Technical Director.