THPR 4030 - Structural Design for the Stage 1

Institution:

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

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Description:

The increasing complexity of theatrical designs, the use of innovative materials and technologies, and the increased weight of everything in theater (lights, speakers, rigging, flying effects) have introduced many challenges to the technical direction industry and technical design profession as a whole. These challenges call for the development and continual improvement of efficient engineering methods for designing sound structures as well as for the education of technical designers in the uniqueness of theater as a structural design problem. This class will give you the knowledge to design safe structures for the stage. You will design structures that not only meet the requirements of the Scenic design for looks, but are also safe for the actors, the crew and the audience. Most of the time you will be designing based primarily on past experience, and this is adequate for most situations we run across. However, the ability to design for the unusual situation is a skill which makes you a better Technical Director.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uc.edu

Phone Number:

(513) 556-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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