Functions of Lighting Stage lighting
dazzling light effects during kanye west show in 2011.
stage lighting has multiple functions, including:
selective visibility: ability see occurring on stage. lighting design ineffective if viewers cannot see characters, unless explicit intent.
revelation of form: altering perception of shapes onstage, particularly three-dimensional stage elements.
focus: directing audience s attention area of stage or distracting them another.
mood: setting tone of scene. harsh red light has different effect soft lavender light.
location , time of day: establishing or altering position in time , space. blues can suggest night time while orange , red can suggest sunrise or sunset. use of mechanical filters ( gobos ) project sky scenes, moon, etc.
projection/stage elements: lighting may used project scenery or act scenery onstage.
plot (script): lighting event may trigger or advance action onstage , off.
composition: lighting may used show areas of stage designer wants audience see, , paint picture .
effect: in pop , rock concerts or dj shows or raves, colored lights , lasers may used visual effect.
lighting design art form, , no 1 way correct way. there modern movement states lighting design helps create environment in action takes place while supporting style of piece. mood arguable while environment essential.
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