ignite your creativity

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This course is designed for those with limited practical experience in set design.  It is ideal for theatre directors, actors, teachers and community theatre volunteers. Those interested in pursuing a degree or career in design should view this course as preparatory to the commencement of professional study.

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Prior to the start date, participants will become familiar with an assigned script. Together, they will learn how to analyze and break down a script, conceive a set concept, and communicate their design ideas to the director, set builders and other collaborators. 

 

In the course, participants will: 

• Examine text and analyze set requirements;

• Explore concept development;

• Practice basic hand drafting skills, working within ½ inch or ¼ inch scale; 

• Discover how to read and create a ground plan; 

• Create a design, from thumb-nail sketch to 3-D model;

• Learn design communication techniques, and discuss constructive collaboration practices;

• Explore set design presentation techniques.

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KEY INFORMATION

The low student-to-teacher ratio ensures instruction is geared to the participant's skill level and experience. Please indicate your related experience when you register.

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Note: During the course, participants will have an opportunity to watch a set changeover at the Stratford Festival.

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