THEA 2160 - Principles of Stage Lighting

4.5 Credits

This course builds on concepts and skills introduced in THEA 1110 with specific emphasis on stage lighting. It covers lighting topics, including wiring and repair of electrical cables, basic color theory, and refraction principles, in the lecture portion and reinforces them during labs under non-production conditions. Students apply fundamental skills in light console operation and temporary installations of lighting systems under show conditions.

Prerequisites: (1) THEA 1110 or instructor approval

Lecture Hours: 2.0
Lab Hours: 7.5
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

1. Identify safety practices necessary to work productively and safely in the area of stage lighting.

2. Safely install a variety of lighting equipment in a number of different situations.

3. Apply techniques utilized in the theatre industry as they pertain to the lighting of live theatrical performances.

4. Identify the parts of a stage lighting system and trouble shoot the system.

5. Explain color theory and reflection and refraction principles of stage lighting.

6. Implement temporary installations of stage lighting for live performances.

7. Describe the design choices made by a lighting designer and how these choices affect the overall look of the play.

8. Create the proper paperwork involved with a light design for a production.

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