Veteran theater designers Karen Brewster and Melissa Shafer have consulted with a broad range of seasoned theater industry professionals#xE2;#xAC;#x1D;playwrights, actors, directors, producers, and stage managers#xE2;#xAC;#x1D;to provide a comprehensive guide full of sound advice and insightful ideas. With clear and concise examples and hands-on exercises, Fundamentals of Theatrical Design illustrates the way in which the three major areas of theatrical design#xE2;#xAC;#x1D;scenery, costumes, and lighting#xE2;#xAC;#x1D;are intrinsically linked. #xA0; Chapters include script analysis for designers; the elements, principles, and objectives of theatrical design; scenic, costume, and lighting design; collaboration and communication techniques, and more! Anyone from the beginning designer just starting out to the experienced director looking to gain exposure and career advancement is sure to appreciate this book#xE2;#xAC;"s unique approach to the principles of theatrical design. #xA0;