Contemporary Dance Lighting: The Poetry and the Nitty-Gritty

Contemporary Dance Lighting: The Poetry and the Nitty-Gritty provides students with the aesthetic, creative, and technical skills necessary to become lighting designers for dance in the 21st century. It is organized in three parts: Beginnings, The Poetry, and The Nitty-Gritty, and is accompanied by the dance Artifice. It is for use in university Lighting Design and Design for Dance Lighting courses and professional training programs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 23 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Contemporary Dance Lighting: The Poetry and the Nitty-Gritty is a comprehensive guide that empowers students to embark on a transformative journey toward becoming skilled lighting designers for dance in the twenty-first century. The book is meticulously structured into three parts, each dedicated to exploring various aspects of lighting design for dance. Part I, Beginnings, sets the stage by providing an introduction to the book's structure and illuminating the rich history of contemporary dance and lighting. It establishes the context for the subsequent chapters and sheds light on the artistic and aesthetic principles that guide contemporary dance lighting. Part II, The Poetry, delves deeper into the core artistic and aesthetic elements that shape contemporary dance lighting. It explores visual narrative, controllable functions and qualities of light, the use of space, color, and time, the significance of collaboration, and the ever-evolving impact of technology. Part III, The Nitty-Gritty, equips students with the technical knowledge and skills required to design lighting. It guides them through the intricacies of understanding their tools and positioning instruments, creating layered light plots, managing extensive paperwork, and archiving. Throughout the book, the dance Artifice, choreographed by Jerry Pearson, serves as a visual representation of key concepts, providing a tangible understanding of the artistry and craftsmanship involved in lighting design. Furthermore, each chapter concludes with Further Reflections, written by a diverse group of renowned professionals, who offer insightful perspectives and invite young designers to immerse themselves directly into the world of lighting design. This textbook is designed for use in Lighting Design and Design for Dance Lighting courses at the university level, as well as professional training programs. It serves as a valuable resource for aspiring lighting designers, providing them with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in this dynamic and creative field.

Weight: 436g
Dimension: 151 x 228 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032130453