Now in its fourth edition, Illustrated Theatre Production Guide
delivers a step-by-step approach to the most prevalent and established
theatre production practices, focusing on essential issues related to
the construction of wooden, fabric, plastic, and metal scenery used on
the stage.
Offering techniques and best-practice methods from experienced industry
experts, this book allows readers to create a foundation on which to
build a successful and resourceful career behind the scenes in theatre
production. The new edition has been fully updated to include the latest
technology and current practices, with four new chapters on Safety,
Automation, Digital Fabrication, and the Production Process, and an
emphasis on inclusivity and gender-neutral language.
A must-have resource for both the community theatre worker who must be a
jack of all trades and the student who needs to learn the fundamentals
on his or her own, Illustrated Theatre Production Guide covers all the
necessities of theatre production through detailed lessons and hundreds
of drawings.
The book also includes access to a companion website featuring
instruction videos, tips for an eco-friendly production, and additional
images and resources.