CHAPTER THREEMaking It Visual

Composition

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Students will acquire:
  • • An overview understanding of the major aspects, techniques, and directions in the area of composition.
  • • Fundamental, conceptual understanding of the expressive possibilities of theatre.
  • • A working knowledge of concepts applicable to the area of composition.

The next logical step in the conversation is to discuss composition. Theatre is a visual art form. To plan any production, the producers must hire visual people. These people are called designers. Designers are visual artists who need to understand composition. Let’s explore the basics of this ...

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