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: Hardback
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 become skilled lighting designers for dance in the 21st century. The book is meticulously organized into three parts, each covering essential aspects of lighting design for dance.

Part I, Beginnings, sets the stage by providing context and illuminating the history of contemporary dance and lighting. It establishes the structure of the book and sheds light on the artistic and aesthetic elements that shape contemporary dance lighting.

Part II, The Poetry, delves into the core artistic and aesthetic principles of 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. This section delves deep into the creative processes and techniques that designers employ to create visually stunning and emotionally powerful performances.

Part III, The Nitty-Gritty, takes students on a journey of technical knowledge and skills required for lighting design. It covers essential topics such as understanding lighting instruments, creating layered light plots, managing extensive paperwork, and archiving. This section equips students with the practical skills necessary to translate their artistic visions into reality.

Throughout the book, the dance Artifice, choreographed by Jerry Pearson, serves as a visual reference point, showcasing key concepts and techniques. Further Reflections, written by a diverse group of renowned professionals, conclude each chapter, offering insights and perspectives to young designers embarking on their journey in 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 provides a comprehensive and rigorous foundation for students to develop their artistic and technical skills, enabling them to create lighting designs that enhance the beauty and impact of dance performances.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032130491