Chapter Objectives

Chapter Five discusses the visual images for the stage that are created by scenery and costumes. After reading this chapter you should:

1.

Understand that both scenic and costume designers work closely with the director to establish the tone and style of a production.

2.

Know that both the scenic and costume designers have responsibilities to the production and must satisfy a number of objectives, specifically to create an environment for the action of the play.

3.

Understand that scenic and costume designers have an understanding of the basic elements of visual design, and use these resources to do their work.

4.

Know the specific objectives, physical aspects, and processes of scene design.

5.

Be familiar with scene designer Robin Wagner's account of the beginning of his career.

6.

Be familiar with costume designer Jess Goldstein's account of the beginning of his career.

7.

Know the specific responsibilities, objectives, and elements of costume design.

8.

Have knowledge and basic understanding of the collaborators who work with both scenic and costume designers.

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