Gilgamesh: A Scenic Design

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to provide research, supporting paperwork, and production photographs that document the scenic design for the University of Maryland-College Park, Department of Theatre's Gilgamesh. This thesis contains the following: research images collected to develop and visually communicate ideas about color, texture, scale, and mood to the production team; preliminary sketches and photographs of the ¼" scale model, visual tools used to convey the idea of the scenic design; a full set of drafting plates and paint elevations used to communicate the look of each scenic element to the technical director and paint charge; a unit list providing detailed information about each element of the scenic design; a props list detailing each prop used in the production; and props / paint research images, used to visually supports the information in the unit and props list. Archival production photographs are included as documentation of the completed design.