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Vincent
Lighting's Lighting 101
An introduction to theatrical lighting by the local experts--Vincent
Lighting Systems. Though geared towards the technical side rather than
design, this site is a great introduction to the basics.
Theatrical Lighting Design Web Sites
A links site for theatrical lighting design. Categories include Research,
Equipment & Supplies, and Special Effects.
The WA Academy's Lighting Links
Another links listing for those interested in lighting design and
technology. This site, however, is more attuned to the slightly advanced
student.
International Theater
Design Archive
A database of contemporary scene, lighting, and costume designs.
Productions range from opera to musical to spoken drama. Entries are
indexed by designer, show title, producer, and author.
International Theater
Design Archive
A database of contemporary scene, lighting, and costume designs.
Productions range from opera to musical to spoken drama. Entries are
indexed by designer, show title, producer, and author.
Theater
on a Shoestring's
Stagecraft Articles
Articles for beginners about the basics of do-it-yourself scenery.
Topics include: cardboard scenery, construction techniques, and technical crew
responsibilities.
Dictionary
of Theatrical Terminology
A fairly extensive list of definitions of theatrical terms. The list
includes a wide range of terms, from very basic nomenclature to highly specific
theater-speak.
Theater
on a Shoestring's Makeup Articles
Short, yet informative articles about stage makeup. Topics
include: creating a bullet hole, beards and moustaches, and corrective
makeup.
Stage
Blood Recipes
For that added touch of realism to any opera, just add a little stage blood.
These relatively simple recipes are good enough (and safe enough) to eat.
Costume Design and Construction
International Theater
Design Archive
A database of contemporary scene, lighting, and costume designs.
Productions range from opera to musical to spoken drama. Entries are
indexed by designer, show title, producer, and author.
Lee Strasberg Research Pages
Thorough resources on Strasberg's teachings and writings.
Method
Acting
Information on Stanislavski's acting method.
Moscow
Art Theatre
Includes a brief history of the theatre that influenced most of modern drama,
covering its creation and successes.
The
Spolin Center
Information on theatre games and improvisation as well as on the form's
originator, Viola Spolin.
Oberlin Technical Opera and Drama Theory Bibliography
Bibliography: Technical Opera and Drama Theory (Web page)
Bibliography: Technical Opera and Drama Theory
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