| Course Title: Fundamentals of Theatrical Design |
| Start Date: 09/09/2026 End Date: 12/22/2026 |
| Term: Fall Semester 2026 |
| Description: Design introduces students to the core elements and principles of design that shape visual storytelling across the performing arts. Through hands-on projects, discussions, and visual analysis, students explore line, shape, color, texture, space, balance, contrast, rhythm, emphasis, and unity as foundational tools. This course examines how these concepts are applied to scenic, costume, and lighting design for the stage, emphasizing collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving. Students will develop visual literacy and practical skills while learning how designers translate scripts and ideas into compelling theatrical environments. |
| Distribution(s): I - Humanities |
| Academic Level Of Course: Undergraduate | Credits:4.00 |
| Faculty | Phone | Email address |
| Katherine Simon | ksimon@mtholyoke.edu |
| Meeting Dates | Method | Meeting days | Meeting times | Building name | Room | Frequency |
| 09/09/2026 - 12/22/2026 | Lecture | Tuesday and Thursday | 03:15PM - 04:30PM | THEA - Rooke Theatre | 104 | Weekly |
| Requisite Courses | ||
| None |
| Comments |
| Additional Comments |
| $50 course fee. |
| Course Tags |
| Cross-listed Sections |
| None |
| Course Availability | ||||
| Section status: Open | Capacity: 4 | Enrollment: 0 | Available: 4 | Waitlist: 0 |
BOOK INFORMATION
| Book List | Required | Publisher Full Price |
| To be determined. |
| Additional Book Comments |
| This is NOT the complete book list for this class. |