Theatre Set Design: Fundamentals of Scenic Perspective
Learn essential principles of theatrical scenography and set design, focusing on perspective techniques and spatial illusion creation.
Learn essential principles of theatrical scenography and set design, focusing on perspective techniques and spatial illusion creation.
This introductory course explores the fundamental principles of theatrical scenography and set design, with a special focus on geometric perspective and illusion creation. Students learn the complex process of transforming two-dimensional sketches into three-dimensional stage spaces using accelerated solid perspective techniques. The curriculum covers historical developments from the 16th century to present day, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications through case studies of famous operas like Aida, Tosca, and Madam Butterfly. The course emphasizes both technical precision and creative vision in theatrical design.
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What you'll learn
Master fundamental principles of theatrical scenography and set design
Understand geometric principles for creating stage illusions
Learn historical development of scenography from 16th century to present
Apply perspective techniques in practical theatrical design
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Module Description
This comprehensive course introduces students to the principles and practices of theatrical set design and scenography. The curriculum covers essential geometric principles used in creating theatrical illusions, focusing on accelerated solid perspective techniques. Students learn to transform two-dimensional sketches into three-dimensional stage spaces, understanding both historical context and modern applications. The course includes practical case studies from famous operas, demonstrating real-world applications of scenographic principles.
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3 Courses
Distinguished Scholar in Architectural Geometry and Visual Arts
Alessandra Pagliano serves as Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture (DiARC) at the University of Naples Federico II, where she has taught Applications of Descriptive Geometry since 2002. Her research focuses on reviving the essential connections between geometry and specialized disciplines like gnomonics, perspective illusions, theatrical scenography, and landscape design. Since 2015-16, she has taught Drawing Techniques in the Visual Communication course for the Design for the Built Environment program. Her innovative work includes creating anamorphic installations that explore observer interaction and perspective illusion, particularly in urban spaces and architectural contexts. Her expertise spans architectural drawing, automatic drawing, and architectural surveying, with significant contributions to understanding how geometric principles interact with visual arts and urban design. Her research examines how perspective and geometry can transform urban spaces, particularly through participated anamorphic art as a tool against suburban degradation in contemporary cities
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