Theory of Stage Design 1

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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:

Theory status about the Renaissance and Baroque.

Recommended or required reading:

Craig Edward Gordon : O divadelním umění, Divadelní ústav 2007

Vacková Růžena: Výtvarný projev v dramatickém umění, Praha 1948

Zich Otakar: Estetika dramatického umění, Praha 1931

Teorie scénografie na základě katalogů Pražského quadriennale (1967-2007)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

lectures, classes

Assessment methods and criteria:

75% attendance. Development of the course paper.

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No schedule has been prepared for this course

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Stage Design in English (M.A.) (optional subject)