Art on the Stage: Using Charles Mee’s Artist Plays to Practice the Design Process

Submitted by Mary Elizabeth Valesano, University of Detroit Mercy Abstract: Students are asked to design 3 costumes and 1 set for one of the following plays: “Van Gogh’s Sunflowers,” “Matisse’s Self Portrait,” or “Picasso’s Masterpiece,” all by Charles Mee. As all three plays are based on the life and work of a famous artist, students […]

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Design and Technology for Performance Syllabus

Course Title: Design and Technology for Performance Syllabus Course Description: This course is an introduction to principles and practical application of techniques for designing theatre, music and other types of live performance. This course includes practical aspects of designing and producing live performance. Topics include lighting, sets and space, clothing and costume design, sound; may include […]

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