Costume Design in Theater

Gr 7 Up—"The play's the thing" in these volumes covering all components of theater life. Author expertise adds authenticity to each narrative—for instance, Capaccio's professional knowledge about how to avoid lighting blackouts, a nifty lamp replacement technique, and the importance of synchronized work experience in Lighting and Sound. The titles are chock-full of specific details about production tasks and the type of skills or learning opportunities that can be honed in high school and college. In sections on personal qualities, authors echo the need for communication skills, teamwork, flexibility, and problem-solving. Numerous photos feature scenes from actual productions. Words of advice from prop master Eric Hart and sound designer Ben Burtt (creator of R2-D2's voice) are among the many included interviews. Job tips and a long list of resources round out the comprehensive set.