Stagecraft fundamentals : a guide and reference for theatrical production / Rita Kogler Carver.

Includes index.

Part One: History and art -- Where we've been and where we're going -- It's all about collaboration -- Making it visual -- Black and white are colors too! -- Creating the stage picture -- Part Two: Safety and scenery -- Safety first! -- Setting it all up -- How to get it done -- Deck the halls -- A little dab will do ya -- Part Three: Rigging, lighting, and sound -- Hanging by a thread -- House to half . . . -- Is this thing on? -- Part Four: Costume and makeup -- All dressed up with someplace to go -- Accessories and other stuff -- Put on a happy face -- Part Five: Video and special effects -- Projections, LED, screens, and content - oh my -- The magic behind the curtain -- Part Six: Management, touring, and careers -- Warning, standby, go! -- Taking the show on the road -- What's next?

"Stagecraft Fundamentals Fourth Edition is an entry level how-to guide and reference on backstage theatre, covering every aspect of basic theatre production. The history of stagecraft, safety precautions, lighting, costumes, scenery, special effects, career planning tips, and more are discussed, illustrated by beautiful full-color images that display step-by-step procedures. This fourth edition improves upon the last, featuring a new chapter on Costume Crafts, which includes information on millinery, shoes, fabric dyeing, fabric modification, distressing, masks, armor, body padding, and accessories. Also included is expanded discussion on sound, props, rigging, safety, production management, and projection design, new information on digital theatre, new end of chapter exercises, additional information on US/UK standards, and an emphasis on diversity and inclusion. Each chapter features exercises, discussion questions, and study words to help the teacher and student review the content before moving on to the next topic. Stagecraft Fundamentals Fourth Edition is the must-have introductory theatre production book for Stagecraft, Technical Theatre, and Theatre Production courses. A companion website (www.StagecraftFundamentals.com) features additional articles and information, downloadable images and paperwork, chapter quizzes, and an instructor's manual"-- Provided by publisher.