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  • Paper WorkThe script is the paperwork of the author to the audience. It just takes to rest of us to bring that paperwork to life. The creative team uses the script to discover what the author wishes to say. But then, we need to communicate how we wis
  • Drawing LinesHow to draw a straight line? Sounds simple doesn't it? Draw a straight line. Go ahead, give it a try. Take your pencil and draw a straight line. Hint: drawing a line side to side is easier then up and down. Not easy is it? Now, try a ruler.
  • ScaleWhen we use "scale" we are enabling us to use a small drawing to diagram a larger project. If we wanted an extremely accurate drawing of an object, we would draw a picture of it at Full Scale. That is, draw it full size. For every foot of o
  • Lighting Board NotesThe role of the lighting designer within theatre is to work with the director, set designer, and costume designer, to create an overall 'look' for the show in response to the text, while keeping in mind issues of visibility, safety
  • Shop Drawings for PlatformingWhat is a Stage Platform Shop Drawing? Seen here is the shop drawing for our folding platform. When you take a closer look, you will see the cut list and the shopping list on the right. The ground plan view is to the left, the front view is
  • Scale Ruler, how to measure.Watch video A quick how-to on using an architect scale ruler and completing a Scale Ruler worksheet for Drafting in scale. Reading and/or measuring with a scale ruler is a basic skill required for many involved with design and/or technical
  • Scale Ruler WorksheetWatch video Click here to download the Scale Ruler worksheet. Click here to download a set of paper scale rulers. When you print the above PDF files, you must set the scale to 100%, aka, full scale, for the measuring to work. Do not use "fi
  • Scale Ruler on a Light PlotHow to use a scale ruler to add dimensions to a light plot. Watch video

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