There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

This module will focus on theatre design, on the elements of visual and sound design. You will acquire a knowledge of the history of design in theatre from Greeks to present day. You will critically explore and generate ideas on how to use space, visual and aural elements of theatre language to animate and interpret text and achieve a coherent conceptual vision of that text. Through knowledge, role play and practical application of ideas you will understand how to plan and produce professional standard methodologies from page to stage and be able to engage in creative, critical dialogue with collaborating artists such as composers, set designers, costume designers and other stakeholders in the production process.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically assess and recommend solutions for the performance environment that express original, creative vision with regard to the relationship between design and performance.

LO2: Critically explore and produce creative concepts and express those concepts through the elements of scenography, sound and lighting.

LO3: Examine the impact of technical theatre equipment and processes, and lead technical rehearsals.

LO4: Critically reflect on textual and spacial complex issues and produce critically-informed aesthetic judgements to resolve them.

LO5: Examine the impact of design choices on the relationship between audience, actor and performance environment.