Part 1

THEATRE AND DESIGN

Live theatre is a truly magical experience. Nowhere else in our existence do we gather as a group to consider other people’s troubles, in a live event that moves us to both laughter and tears. Along the way, we get to consider elements of our shared humanity. These theatre experiences shape our thoughts and feelings, and then live with us for the rest of our lives. What a glorious thing is theatre.

As designers in the theatre, we have a gargantuan task. Some of us work in commercial theatre, which focuses on high entertainment value, with pieces that attract a wide audience, often by featuring awe-inspiring spectacle. Others work in nonprofit theatre, crafting intriguing and thought-provoking pieces. No matter which ...

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