Technical Design Solutions For Theatre

Author : Ben Sammler,Don Harvey
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-12
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781136082788

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre by Ben Sammler,Don Harvey Pdf

The Technical Brief is a collection of single-focus articles on technical production solutions, published three times a year by the prestigious Yale School of Drama. The primary objective of the publication is to share creative solutions to technical problems so that fellow theatre technicians can avoid having to reinvent the wheel with each new challenge. The range of topics includes scenery, props, painting, electrics, sound and costumes. The articles each describe an approach, device, or technique that has been tested on stage or in a shop by students and professionals. Some articles included are: Building Authentic Elizabethan Ruffs; Simple and Inexpensive Stained Glass; A Quick-Load Floor Pulley Design; A Simple Approach to Stretching Drops; Flexi-Pitch Escape Stairs; Spot-Welding Scrim with Sobo; Handrail Armatures for a Grand Staircase; The Triscuit-Studwall Deck System; A Frameless Turntable; Stand on Stage: Minimum Weight, Maximum Effect; A Self-Paging Cable Tray; Roller Chain Turntable Drives; A Bench-Built XLR Cable Tester

Author : Bronislaw Joseph Sammler,Don Harvey
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780415824293

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre by Bronislaw Joseph Sammler,Don Harvey Pdf

Technical Design Solutions for the Theatre is the most comprehensive source of problem-solving ideas for theatre technicians. This volume is composed of single-focus articles on technical production solutions previously published in The Technical Brief, a journal by the prestigious Yale School of Drama.

Author : Ben Sammler,Don Harvey
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013-03-20
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781136081668

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre by Ben Sammler,Don Harvey Pdf

The Technical Brief is a collection of single-focus articles on technical production solutions, published three times a year by the prestigious Yale School of Drama. The primary objective of the publication is to share creative solutions to technical problems so that fellow theatre technicians can avoid having to reinvent the wheel with each new challenge. The range of topics includes scenery, props, painting, electrics, sound, and costumes. The articles each describe an approach, device, or technique that has been tested on stage or in a shop by students and professionals. Some articles included: Growing Flowers on Stage; Break-Away Glass; Photo-Murals for the Stage; Quiet Wire-Rope Curtain Track; Free Standing Curved Stairs; A Measured Approach to Kerfing; A Low-Voltage Remote Controller for Special Effects; Toggle-Clamp Locks; Comparing Four Plastics as Scenery Glides; Low Pressure Air Casters; A Simple Lift Jack; Using a Piano to Create a Reverberation Effect; Horn-Hat Mics for Sound Reinforcement

Author : Ben Sammler,Don Harvey
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-20
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781136081651

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre by Ben Sammler,Don Harvey Pdf

The Technical Brief is a collection of single-focus articles on technical production solutions, published three times a year by the prestigious Yale School of Drama. The primary objective of the publication is to share creative solutions to technical problems so that fellow theatre technicians can avoid having to reinvent the wheel with each new challenge. The range of topics includes scenery, props, painting, electrics, sound, and costumes. The articles each describe an approach, device, or technique that has been tested on stage or in a shop by students and professionals. Some articles included: Growing Flowers on Stage; Break-Away Glass; Photo-Murals for the Stage; Quiet Wire-Rope Curtain Track; Free Standing Curved Stairs; A Measured Approach to Kerfing; A Low-Voltage Remote Controller for Special Effects; Toggle-Clamp Locks; Comparing Four Plastics as Scenery Glides; Low Pressure Air Casters; A Simple Lift Jack; Using a Piano to Create a Reverberation Effect; Horn-Hat Mics for Sound Reinforcement

Author : Bronislaw Joseph Sammler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Theater
ISBN : 0240804902

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre by Bronislaw Joseph Sammler Pdf

Author : Tal Sanders
Publisher : Pacific University
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09
Category : Arts
ISBN : 1945398876

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An Introduction to Technical Theatre by Tal Sanders Pdf

"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.

Author : Brian MacInnis Smallwood
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05-05
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781000061833

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Productivity Through Wellness for Live Entertainment and Theatre Technicians by Brian MacInnis Smallwood Pdf

Productivity Through Wellness for Live Entertainment and Theatre Technicians provides the tools for individuals and organizations to achieve a healthy work–life balance and increase productivity in the production process of live entertainment. Through examination of the limits of the human body, the fundamentals of motivation, and best practices of project management, the reader will develop operational mindfulness and look at new ways to achieve work–life balance. The book explores case studies that show how organizations are promoting work–life balance and reaping the benefits of increased productivity, makes recommendations to reduce burnout and increase productivity among technicians, and discusses how to deal with the various phases of production. An excellent resource for live entertainment technicians, production managers, technical directors, arts managers, managers in live entertainment, and students in Technical Direction and Production Management courses, Productivity Through Wellness for Live Entertainment and Theatre Technicians offers practical solutions to improve the quality of life of employees, reduce the burnout and injuries of overwork, and maximize the value of an hour.

Author : Alys Holden,Bronislaw Sammler,Bradley L Powers,Steven A Schmidt
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1129 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-20
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781317451099

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Structural Design for the Stage by Alys Holden,Bronislaw Sammler,Bradley L Powers,Steven A Schmidt Pdf

The follow-up to the 2000 Golden Pen Award-winning Structural Design for the Stage, this second edition provides the theater technician with a foundation in structural design, allowing an intuitive understanding of "why sets stand up." It introduces the basics of statics and the study of the strength of materials as they apply to typical scenery, emphasizing conservative approaches to real world examples. This is an invaluable reference for any serious theatre technician throughout their career, from the initial study of the fundamental concepts, to the day-to-day use of the techniques and reference materials. Now in hardcover, with nearly 200 new pages of content, it has been completely revised and updated to reflect the latest recommended practices of the lumber and steel industries, while also including aluminum design for the first time.

Author : Ellen Jones
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-30
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781136774522

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A Practical Guide to Greener Theatre by Ellen Jones Pdf

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.

Author : Ben Sammler,Don Harvey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Theaters
ISBN : OCLC:1153385787

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre by Ben Sammler,Don Harvey Pdf

The Technical Brief is a collection of single-focus articles on technical production solutions, published three times a year by the prestigious Yale School of Drama. The primary objective of the publication is to share creative solutions to technical problems so that fellow theatre technicians can avoid having to reinvent the wheel with each new challenge. The range of topics includes scenery, props, painting, electrics, sound, and costumes. The articles each describe an approach, device, or technique that has been tested on stage or in a shop by students and professionals. Some articles included: Growing Flowers on Stage; Break-Away Glass; Photo-Murals for the Stage; Quiet Wire-Rope Curtain Track; Free Standing Curved Stairs; A Measured Approach to Kerfing; A Low-Voltage Remote Controller for Special Effects; Toggle-Clamp Locks; Comparing Four Plastics as Scenery Glides; Low Pressure Air Casters; A Simple Lift Jack; Using a Piano to Create a Reverberation Effect; Horn-Hat Mics for Sound Reinforcement.

Author : Ben Sammler,Don Harvey
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-12
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781136082771

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre by Ben Sammler,Don Harvey Pdf

The Technical Brief is a collection of single-focus articles on technical production solutions, published three times a year by the prestigious Yale School of Drama. The primary objective of the publication is to share creative solutions to technical problems so that fellow theatre technicians can avoid having to reinvent the wheel with each new challenge. The range of topics includes scenery, props, painting, electrics, sound and costumes. The articles each describe an approach, device, or technique that has been tested on stage or in a shop by students and professionals. Some articles included are: Building Authentic Elizabethan Ruffs; Simple and Inexpensive Stained Glass; A Quick-Load Floor Pulley Design; A Simple Approach to Stretching Drops; Flexi-Pitch Escape Stairs; Spot-Welding Scrim with Sobo; Handrail Armatures for a Grand Staircase; The Triscuit-Studwall Deck System; A Frameless Turntable; Stand on Stage: Minimum Weight, Maximum Effect; A Self-Paging Cable Tray; Roller Chain Turntable Drives; A Bench-Built XLR Cable Tester

Author : Christopher Baugh
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-07
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781350316157

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Theatre, Performance and Technology by Christopher Baugh Pdf

Chris Baugh explores how developments and changes in technology have been reflected in scenography throughout history. Taking into account the latest research, his new edition examines moving light technologies, the internet as a platform of performance, urban scenography and how scenography has developed as a collaborative practice. Chris Baugh explores how developments and changes in technology have been reflected in scenography throughout history. Taking into account the latest research, his new edition examines moving light technologies, the internet as a platform of performance, urban scenography and how scenography has developed as a collaborative practice.

Author : Tina Bicat
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-01
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781847974495

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COSTUME and DESIGN FOR DEVISED and PHYSICAL THEATRE by Tina Bicat Pdf

Costumes designed and made for devised or physical drama, for contemporary circus or for dance, differ radically from the more traditional costume work produced for naturalistic performance. For those working in the field - whether professional or student - these differences present challenges that this book seeks to highlight and explain while offering effective solutions to overcome them. Includes: the differences between designing for scripted and for devised work; the specialized designing, cutting and making, and fitting of costumes for dance, circus and other physical work; the role of the designer/maker in the devising company; design invention in the rehearsal room; the management of both time and budget with the late changes that happen with devised work; the breadth of different skills used in the work for performance.

Author : Susan Crabtree,Peter Beudert
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-11-12
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781136084294

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Scenic Art for the Theatre by Susan Crabtree,Peter Beudert Pdf

Now in its Third Edition, Scenic Art for the Theatre: History, Tools and Techniques continues to be the most trusted source for both student and professional scenic artists. With new information on scenic design using Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro and other digital imaging softwares this test expands to offer the developing artist more step-by-step instuction and more practical techniques for work in the field. It goes beyond detailing job functions and discussing techniques to serve as a trouble-shooting guide for the scenic artist, providing practical advice for everyday solutions.

Author : Ben Sammler,Don Harvey
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-17
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781135929374

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Technical Design Solutions for Theatre Volume 3 by Ben Sammler,Don Harvey Pdf

Technical Design Solutions for Theatre is a collection of single-focus articles detailing technical production solutions that have appeared in The Technical Brief Collection, a publication of the Yale School of Drama’s Technical Design and Production Department. The primary objective of the publication was to share creative solutions to technical problems so that fellow theatre technicians can avoid having to reinvent the wheel with each new challenge. The range of topics includes scenery, props, painting, projections, sound, and costumes. Each article describes an approach, device, or technique that has been tested onstage or in a shop. Great reference of tips and solutions to persistent technical challenges in theatre production Solutions provided by contributors from over twenty different producing organizations Ten years of The Technical Brief Collection articles bound in each of three volumes A comprehensive index to all three volumes included in Volume III