Scenic Design - CST 258 at Tidewater Community College
https://courses.vccs.edu./colleges/tcc/courses/CST258-ScenicDesign
Effective: 2023-05-01
Course Description
Introduces students to the basics of theatrical scene design including script analysis, theory, research, visual creation and presentation, construction techniques, budgeting and scope, collaboration and the importance of historical periods in art and architecture.
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits
The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.
General Course Purpose
This course is designed for transfer into four-year theatre programs, which include courses in theatre as part of their curriculum, and to prepare students for employment in theatre and design.
Course Objectives
- Communication
- Effectively communicate theatrical observations through written and/or oral communication.
- Critical Thinking
- Identify and explain how theatrical sets contribute to personal perception.
- Cultural and Social Understanding
- Recognize/describe how theatre influences individuals and/or society.
- Personal Development
- Demonstrate the development of receptivity to theatrical texts and an appreciation for scenic design in the performing arts.
- Cultivate personal goals related to basic construction skills.
Major Topics to be Included
- Design Fundamentals
- Design Creation