Theory of Stage Design 3

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Code	Completion	Credits	Range	Language Instruction	Semester
203ATS3	Z	4	2/T	English	winter

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Learning outcomes of the course unit:

Set-design Theory introduces students not only to the history of the trade but, mainly, its theory foundations which enables the students to apply set-design principles in the instruction of design elements in the trade and in application in practice.

1. Concepts (set-design terminology)

Students are introduced to basic concepts and their particulars in performance trades, its purpose and importance in society-wide practice.

2. Students are through lectures and subsequent classes presented with viewpoints applied in set-design practice and also with knowledge rising from the development of the trade from its beginning interpretation through developmental changes to today's current interpretation.

3. Students are introduced, as well, 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:

203ATS2

Recommended optional programme components:

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

Course contents:

Theory essays about the beginning of the 20th century and avant garde.

Recommended or required reading:

JINDRA, Vladimír: Scénografické principy I., II., DAMU 1984

Monografie jednotlivých umělců vydané Divadelním ústavem

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 mezi prostory

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)