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WELCOME! !I look forward to being your guide throughout this educational journey! Prof. David Pecoraro

!!Course Description Introduction to the principles, theories and equipment employed by the designer for the stage. Areas of investigation include history, design, technology, and script analysis. Detailed studio attention is given to the theory and practice of design of the two-mainstage productions.

PROF. DAVID PECORARO55 Fair Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Email: [email protected]

SYLLABUS

Lighting Design

THEA 320 / Lighting Design / Professor David Pecoraro / Update: Wednesday, May 21, 2014 / Page � of �1 9

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… the language of communicating about light

… the principles and theories of stage lighting design

… the process of designing lights for a stage play

… and demonstrate safety and competency with the use of electricity

… and demonstrate how to hang circuit and focus stage lighting instruments

...how to become more aware of how to see color and light ... the aesthetics of lighting

...how to create a composition through the use of the elements of design and the properties of light ...to be open to new ways of thinking and seeing the world through the lens of light

COURSE OBJECTIVES

August September October November December 2016 2017 20182014 2015

BY THE END OF THIS COURSE,YOU SHOULD UNDERSTAND:

IT IS MY HOPE THAT WELL AFTER THE COMPLETION OF THE COURSE - AND YOUR FORMAL EDUCATION, YOU WILL KNOW:… how to communicate using the language of “light”

!… how to collaborate with a lighting designer

!… the process of designing lighting for a stage production

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!… how to critically analyze a lighting design

!… basic electrical safety and theory

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COURSE DIAGRAM

Time-Design

In Class Lecture

Demonstration

Hands-On Learning & Experimentation

Light Calls

Outside of Class

Homework / Assignments

See Plays

Reading Seeing

Tests

Final Project

Script Analysis

Play Reviews

Evaluation

Instruments

What to light &

How to light it

Control

History Theory

Personnel Profession

Topics

Work-Notes

Work-NotesLaboratory 20 Hours

Color


THEATRE ARTS DEPARTMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Evidence of literary and historical knowledge (Theatre History I & II; Theory & Criticism; Introduction to Theatre; Foundations of Theatre; Script Analysis; Playwriting…) !Demonstration of a working knowledge of design and management Principles (Costume Design; Scenic Design; CAD; Makeup Design; Stage Management; Producing and Theatre Management; Construction courses…) Demonstrate a proficiency in the collaborative artistic process (Directing; Foundations of Theatre; Script Analysis; Performance courses; Construction courses…) !Professional presentation/display of work (Performance; Design courses; Acting courses; directing; crew; production; Junior Project; Career Directions; Senior Project…) Proficiency in artistic expression that includes body, voice and creation of character (Acting courses; Voice and Speech; Movement; Dance courses; Stage Combat…) !Evidence of problem solving and development of critical thinking skills. (Directing; Theory & Criticism; all Design courses; Theatre History I & II; Script Analysis; all Acting courses; Senior Project; Foundations of Theatre; Stage Management…)

WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THE COURSE BOOKS / SCRIPTS / READINGS W. Oren Parker, Scene Design and Stage Lighting, 9th Edition !Bookstore & Amazon Metamorphoses by Mary Zimmerman ISBN: 0-8101-1980-3 David Pecoraro, WorkNotes Note: Additional required readings will be available for you via email or my website.SUPPLEMENTALJean Rosenthal, The Magic of Light Robert Edmund Jones, The Dramatic Imagination J. Burian, The Scenography of Joseph Svoboda Paul Carter, The Backstage Handbook

Required by you: Proper attire for lab; closed toed shoes & leather gloves. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. For focus CALLS, you will find a baseball cap useful.

INTERNET RESOURCES !Professional Lighting Resources http://www.mts.net/~william5/index.htm

Professor’s Web Site http://www.davidpecoraro.comDIGITAL TECHNOLOGY Computer / Access to the Computer Lab Email / Course Communications Internet / Library & Research Word Processor / Papers Printer / Printing your Work PowerPoint or Keynote / Presentations SUPPLIES Provided by your $60.00 Lab Fee: • Theatre Ticket (s) • Final Project Presentation Supplies• Presentation Boards • Stage Lighting Template !LAB HOURSLab time is where you will work on various phases of the realization of the lighting designs during the semester. Each student is required to work 20 hours of lab time. NOTE: If you are concurrently enrolled in scenic design, during the same semester, you are required to work 10 hours of lab time for this course and 10 for scenic design.

During the second week of instruction you will submit to me in writing, the dates and times that you will be working.

Lab times are listed on www.davidpecoraro.com Production > Calendars > Light Calls

TRANSPORTATION You will need transportation to the professional theatre production that we will be attending. Details and a map will be made available to you. If you do not have car, speak with your colleagues in the class to share a ride.

COURSE SCHEDULE The schedule for this course is part of the course syllabus and available as a separate document via my website.


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http://www.davidpecoraro.com

http://www.mts.net/~william5/index.htm

http://www.stagemanagers.org/

http://www.davidpecoraro.com

Activities other than the taking of notes during class are not permitted. Sending or receiving information of any kind to another person is considered a violation of Vanguard Universities Academic Honesty policy.

THEATRE DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENTThe Department of Theatre Arts seeks to establish a Christ-centered, professional environment for artistic expression by developing the creative mind, body and spirit of each student in the disciplines of p e r f o r m a n c e ; d i r e c t i n g ; d e s i g n ; production; theatre management; script writing; theatre history and dramatic literature. By imparting knowledge and allowing hands-on participation, the department can be a bout forming students to model the Christian life; informing students to prepare them for service; and transforming students to impact a contemporary society for Christ.

ASSIGNMENTS Assignments are not accepted late and are due at the beginning of the class period. See the Written Assignment Guidelines document in this syllabus.

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NAMES, GREETINGS & SALUTATIONS I prefer to be on a first name basis with all my students, David. When we are conducting formal introductions, if we have a guest, or we are doing field research, I prefer to be introduced as Professor Pecoraro. I'll introduce you as Mr. or Ms. and your last name. Please let me know if your preference is different than your first name when role is called.

OFFICE HOURS Check my website for each semesters hours. davidpecoraro.com Appointments are available via the sign up sheet on my office door.

TELEPHONE While some students might have my mobile number for production related emergencies, I prefer that you contact me at this number: 714.556.3610 x6422 Also, please do not text to my mobile number.

OFFICE My office is located in the Fine Arts Building (Next to the Heath Building) Room - 117.

PAPER MAIL Paper mail may be left for me with the receptionist in the Fine Arts office foyer or in the plexiglass holder located outside of my office door.

EMAIL My email address is: [email protected] When classes are in session. This an excellent way to communicate with me in between class sessions. Email is a vital form of communication that I use for class management. I check my email at least twice a day and request that you do as well. Emails are best used when the subject is specific and the content positive or informative. Sensitive topics should be communicated in person or on paper. I encourage you to email each other about topics of interest. Email me about any questions about our current topic or career pursuits. !TEACHING ASSISTANT When I have a T.A. they assist me with paperwork (not grading, I will do all of that), and class / lab preparation. He is available to as a resource of lighting information throughout the course.

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CLASS PARTICIPATION The primary focus of this course involves the reading and discussion of literary essays and plays. It is imperative that the works in question be read prior to class. Failure to do so will result in an automatic five-point deduction and one absence. I understand that all students are not equally

comfortable with speaking up in the classroom and that some will tend to dominate discussions. I require that you come to class prepared to share your thoughts, ask quest ions, agree or disagree and support your opinions. I see this as a vital component in your education. At the end of the semester, if your grade is borderline between two m a r k s , m y a s s e s s m e n t o f y o u r participation will determine the grading direction.


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A B O U T D I S C U S S I O N TEACHING & LEARNING Discussion is a valuable and inspiring means for revealing the diversity of opinion that lies just below the surface of almost any complex issue. Although there are many ways to learn, discussion is a particularly wonderful way to explore supposedly settled questions and to develop a fuller appreciation for the multiplicity of human experience and knowledge. To see a topic come alive (The emphasis is mine) as diverse and complex views multiply is one of the most powerful experiences we can have as learners and t e a c h e r s . I n a d i s c u s s i o n w h e re participants feel their views are valued and welcomed, it is impossible to predict how many contrasting perspectives will emerge or how many unexpected opinions will arise. Stephen D. Brookfield ABOUT DISABILITIES For students with documented medical or psychological disabilities, documented temporary illness that requires missing 1 week of classes, or documented chronic illness please contact Melinda White, the Coordinator of Disability Services, to request reasonable accommodations. The Coordinator of Disability Services is located in the Counseling Center on the second floor of the Scott Academic Center and can be reached at extension 6 4 8 3 o r b y e m a i l a t d isabi l i tyserv [email protected] or

[email protected]. For students with a documented learning disability who would like to request classroom accommodations, please contact the Director of Learning Skills, located upstairs in Scott Academic Center. LIGHTING REVIEWS

THREE TO FOUR PAGES EACH - FOR EACH PRODUCTION. (TWO VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS AND O N E P R O F E S S I O N A L PRODUCTION) You will see and write a lighting review for each of this Vanguard production: I realize that you may be performing in one or both of these shows or may have a production assignment. You’ll still need to write a critique for these shows. If it is physically impossible for you to actually see the show because of your location during the show, please see me.

Each critique should be a minimum of three pages in length: typed; double-spaced; with the appropriate margins (One inch on the left and top. One half inch on the right and bottom.) font (Courier) and font size (12 point).

Address the following: What did you think about the play? (One or two sentences only.) Remember, this is not a review of the play, the production, or the acting.

Describe the lighting design; How was the play illuminated? What did you think about the lighting design, did you like if so, what about it did you like and why. If you did not like it, why? Did you observe any lighting that was especially excellent? Describe it in great detail. Did you observe any lighting that was poor or an obvious mistake? Describe what you observed.

If you were designing the lighting for this show, what approach might you have taken?

How did the designer use the following? • Distribution• Direction• Intensity• Movement• Color

(Give examples for each)

ASSESSMENT • See your class schedule for test and final dates. • All tests and the final are closed book. • No scantron’s will be used, just bring a pen or pencil.

All tests are closed book.

Welcome Paper Your background, if any with theatrical lighting and your thoughts and feelings about the course.

Tests (4) True / False - Multiple Choice - Fill in - Short Essay.

Final Project You will work on your final project / presentation during and outside of class during the last third of the course. The project brings together all that has been learned during the semester as you make and present your design decisions during the final.

!CLASSROOM DIVERSITY STATEMENT As students and faculty at Vanguard University of Southern California, and foremost as Christian believers, we endeavor to communicate with honesty and conf ident ia l i ty, to speak wi th encouraging and edifying words, and to create a safe environment where we shelter one another with love when vulnerabilities arise. This classroom intends to foster a Christ-centered community that promotes appreciation and respect for individuals, enhances the potential of its members, and values differences in gender, ethnicity, race, abilities, national origins, and generation.

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Your Grade Tracking SpreadsheetAssignment

Possible Points

Points Earned Assignment Possible Points

Points Earned

Welcome Paper 5 WorkNote #15 20

WorkNote #1 20 Test #3 100

Lab Hour Agreement 10 WorkNote #16 20

WorkNote #2 20 WorkNote #17 20


Test #1 75 Lighting Review #3 75



WorkNote #6 20 Test #4 100


Lighting Review #1 75 WorkNote #22 20

WorkNote #8 20 Final Project 300

WorkNote #9 20

WorkNote #10 20 Class Participation 20

Test #2 100 Lab Hours 100

WorkNote #11 20 Total 1,475WorkNote #12 20 Grade Earned

WorkNote #13 20 Less Absence Deductions (if any)

WorkNote #14 20 Adjusted Grade

Lighting Review #2 75

Name:


Grading ScaleScale Vanguard University Undergraduate Grade Scale

Nomenclature

Range Significance

1475 – 1376 A Exceptional

1375 – 1276 A-

1275 – 1176 B+

1175 – 1076 B Above Average

1075 – 976 B-

975 – 876 C+

875 – 776 C Average

775 – 576 C-

675 – 576 D+

575 – 476 D

475 – 376 D-

375 – 0 F Failure

Grade Earned

Less Absence Deductions (if any)

Adjusted Grade


ATTENDANCE Theatre Department Policy on AttendanceA t t e n d a n c e a n d t i m e l i n e s s a r e MANDATORY and essential for any entertainment professional. A. More than 3 absences will result in the lowering of the course grade by one letter. B. More than 4 such absences will result in the lowering of the course grade by two letter grades. C. More than 5 such absences will prevent any possibility of a passing grade in this course. TARDINESSD. Class begins at the scheduled start time.E. As soon as attendance is taken, the late student will be considered tardy. F. 3 tardies equal 1 absence. G. If you arrive after your name has been called, it is your responsibility to inform the professor, after class, that you were tardy. If you do not, you will receive an absence for the dayDEADLINESBe on time, at all times. Complete work ahead of schedule whenever possible. Work is not accepted late.DROPPINGThis department will not allow any drops after the 4th week of the semester. !

PLAGIARISMDo not attempt to pass off someone else's work as your own. Written: Whenever you use a quote or reference, properly cite it in a footnote. This, of course includes works referenced from the Internet. !Presentations: Whenever you use a quote or reference, in a PowerPoint or Keynote presentation, cite the work either on the slide it appears, or at the end of the presentation. !Verbal: Whenever you verbally quote the work of another, mention who the work originated with.!WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINESAssignments and projects are not accepted late. If an assignment is due on a date when class meets, the it is due at the beginning of the class period. All written and submitted documents must use the MLA format, be typed (unless otherwise stated) with correct spelling and grammar. For the first page: Your name Course title Class you are in (Fresh./Soph./ Junior/Senior) Professors name

USE OF ELECTRONICS DURING CLASS

Laptops, net-books, cellphones, music players, ipods, and other personal electronics can all be very useful tools. Time, ‘in class,‘ must be dedicated to the subject that is being studied and the capturing of essential information. How you choose to capture essential

information is up to you. Your choice should be the method that is least distracting to you, your colleagues, and the professor.

IMAGES In this course images are used in print and digital forms. They have been obtained from my personal collection over many years theatre, from text books, and the Internet. All are the property of their owners, are for use expressly in my classes, and may not be reproduced without permission.

SICK? If you are not feeling well, please stay home and get well. Also, drop me a note.

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