The Cambridge Introduction to Scenography

Joslin McKinney (University of Leeds), Philip Butterworth (University of Leeds)

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Cambridge University Press
19 November 2009

Theatre: technical & background skills

Series: Cambridge Introductions to Literature

Scenography – the manipulation and orchestration of the performance environment – is an increasingly popular and key area in performance studies. This book introduces the reader to the purpose, identity and scope of scenography and its theories and concepts. Settings and structures, light, projected images, sound, costumes and props are considered in relation to performing bodies, text, space and the role of the audience. Concentrating on scenographic developments in the twentieth century, the Introduction examines how these continue to evolve in the twenty-first century. Scenographic principles are clearly explained through practical examples and their theoretical context. Although acknowledging the many different ways in which design shapes the creation of scenography, the book is not exclusively concerned with the role of the theatre designer. In order to map out the wider territory and potential of scenography, the theories of pioneering scenographers are discussed alongside the work of directors, writers and visual artists.

By: Joslin McKinney (University of Leeds), Philip Butterworth (University of Leeds)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 228mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 410g
ISBN: 9780521612326
ISBN 10: 0521612322
Series: Cambridge Introductions to Literature
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 19 November 2009
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , A / AS level , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Joslin McKinney is Lecturer in Scenography at the University of Leeds. Philip Butterworth was formerly Reader in Medieval Theatre and Dean for Research at the University of Leeds.

Reviews for The Cambridge Introduction to Scenography

'The writing style is accessible and inviting; lucid, economic and reasoned, entirely suitable to the purpose of the book. For the undergraduate market the writing is appropriately academic and yet maintains a personable voice.' Fred Meller, Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, Performance Design and Practice