Elements of Design-ign-ign!
Back to the Future! ... With Costumes
Role Call!
Prop(erty) Prob(lems)...
100
Describe this element of design: TEXTURE. What does it mean? Why is it important to add texture?
WHAT IS: To create more of a 3D appearance; make walls, costumes, specific props look realistic; help establish a setting/social status/personality of someone.
100
What is at least ONE reason why clothing has changed so much in the last 120 years in America?
Some ideas: changing culture/norms, more acceptance, wars, more technology and inventions (like sewing machines, internet), etc.
100
Which role in tech theatre do you like the LEAST? WHY? (CAN BE ANY ROLE OF YOUR CHOOSING AS LONG AS IT RELATES TO TECH THEATRE)
Ideas: Scenic Director, Props Master, Costume Designer, Lighting Designer, Director, Producer, etc.
100
A prop is...
WHAT IS: Anything handled by the actors or used to “dress” or decorate the set.
200
THIS is an element of design that describes the lightness or darkness of a specific color. (HINT: 5 letters)
What is VALUE?
200
WHY do we need to consider the script when we plan out costumes?
WHAT ARE: to plan out
200
Which role in tech theatre do you enjoy the MOST? WHY? (CAN BE ANYTHING YOU CHOOSE, MUST BE A ROLE THOUGH)
Ideas: Scenic Director, Props Master, Costume Designer, Lighting Designer, Director, Producer, etc.
200
Handcuffs are an example of WHICH kind of prop?
What is a COSTUME/HAND prop?
300
How did the costume designer for Beetlejuice's costume use LINES? What impact does it have?
WHAT ARE: Makes him look like he's in jail; makes him seem like he's bad; makes him look taller or more aggressive.
300
Elvis, Poodle Skirts, Leather Jackets, Flannels, and Rock and Roll Influences defined WHICH 1900s decade of fashion in America?
When were the 1950s?
300
A _____ _______ is the person who gets and makes their own props for a production (Hint: 2 words, just talked about it this week)
What is a props artisan?
300
A big stove top appliance is an example of WHAT kind of prop?
What is a SET PROP?
400
What can color in a design (costumes, props, etc.) help tell you OR portray?
WHAT ARE: Emotions (of that character) OR mood/themes of the story; social status or personality of the setting or characters; etc.
400
This era was known for its fancy look, big skirts, and Edwardian look.
What is TURN OF THE CENTURY?
400
Who is a producer? What are their main roles and responsibilities?
IDEAS: They're in charge of money/finances, making marketing, etc.
400
There are FOUR types of props... what ARE THEY?
1. Decorative Props/Set Dressing, 2. Set Props, 3. Hand props, 4. Costume props
500
There are SIX (6) elements of design.
What are: Size, Line, Color, Shape, Texture, Value
500
Describe the clothing of modern-day. Is it recycled from other decades? What was the biggest impact?
IDEAS: COVID-19, back to 1990s and 2000s plastic era; 70s tie dye; looser/comfier; muted colors.
500
WHO is in charge of making sure that the vision of the production gets created, oversees all of the design team, AND casts/blocks out a script? (Hint: 8 letters)
Who is the DIRECTOR?
500
What is the difference between a prop vs. set piece?
SET PIECES: Looks like it's unmoveable or permanent
PROPS: Can be handled or moved easily