Theory of Stage Design 4

Subject guarantor:

Albert PRAŽÁK

Name of lecturer(s):

Albert PRAŽÁK

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The course Set-design Theory introduces students to not only the history of the trade but mainly its theory fundamentals which enable the students to apply principles of set-design in the instruction of the graphic elements of the study and in their application in artistic practice.

1. Concepts (set-design terminology)

Students are introduced to the basic concepts nad their particulars in the peformance trade, their purpose and importance in societal practice.

2. Students, through lectures and subsequent classes, are presented with viewpoints appied in set-design and knowledge arising from teh development of the trade from its beginnings in interpretation through developmental changes to contemporary and current interpretation.

3. Students are introduced also to general graphic arts theory.

Mode of study:

Lectures, Text analyses. Set design and visual arts theory. Course paper on a given theory topic.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Knowledge of Fine Arts History.

Recommended optional programme components:

Visits to fine arts exhibitions with consideration of the currently covered theory topics.

Course contents:

Second half of the 20th century theory essays.

Recommended or required reading:

Individual artists' biographies published by the Theatre Institute

HILMERA, Jiří. Perspektivní scéna 14.-19. století

JINDRA, Vladimír. Scénografické principy: skripta DAMU a Divadelní ústav

PRAŽÁK, Albert. Scénografie: Skripta DAMU

PRAŽÁK, Albert. Kniha o scénografii: Skripta DAMU

PRAŽÁK, Albert. Mezi - interpretace mazi prostory

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

lectures, classes

Assessment methods and criteria:

75% attendance. Development of the course paper.

Course web page:

Note:

Schedule for winter semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Scénografie - kostým a maska (Mgr.) (compulsory subject)