UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME - Information BA (HONS) THEATRE PRACTICE Scenic Painting for Stage and Screen - Central School of Speech and Drama
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UNDERGRADUATE
PROGRAMME
Information
BA (HONS) THEATRE PRACTICE
Scenic Painting for Stage and
Screen
2020 entryINTRODUCTION
Congratulations and welcome to the BA (Hons) Theatre Practice programme at The
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. We look forward to meeting you all when
you register. In the meantime, please read through the information that follows.
PREPARATION FOR THE COURSE
Students preparing to start a degree often worry about how the experience will
differ from what they have done before, how it may differ from education or the
working environment they may have come from. The students and staff offer you
the following advice:
The BATP course is highly respected by both the theatre profession and the higher
education community. Our students and graduates are not just technically able,
they are also good collaborators. You will learn as much about yourself and how
you work in teams, as you will the practical and intellectual knowledge you
develop. There is a percentage of self-led and independent learning which requires
you to be self-motivated and inquisitive.
You can prepare yourself for these by:
- Considering what your strengths and weaknesses in relation to group work.
- Thinking about how you personally remain organised and track your
development.
- Reading up about the different jobs and roles in theatre as well as different
forms of live performance and theatre-making.
Students on BATP come from a wide range of backgrounds with varying amounts of
experience. Although all of you will have existing skills and accomplishments to
build upon, these will vary from person to person. Respect and understanding for
each others experiences, knowledge and background are a key philosophy in BATP.
An important part of the course will not just be the practical ‘hands on’ creation of
performance but also giving thought to the context that surrounds the work that we
create and the theories that underpin it. All newspapers have a website, and some
have a valuable archive. Also, there are many journals (both on- and off-line) that
with contemporary arts.
You can prepare for these by:
- Consider what methods you use for sharing your experiences and knowledge
- Read current articles that relate to performance and the wider arts
Come with an open mind, prepared to explore, experiment and never be afraid to
ask questions. Theatre-making is a lot to do with problem solving. To this end, the
course will set you lots of challenges and present you with many opportunities, each
of which can be tackled in many different ways.EARLY DAYS OF THE COURSE On registration day and first briefing day you will meet some of the BATP Course Team who will be give you some important information about the course and deliver the brief for the first two weeks of term; at this meeting you will be given a detailed schedule in order to plan your time. As mentioned at your interview this is a full-time course and the first term is a prime example of this. During the first term of the course there will be four days of performance and exhibitions, introducing you to London's rich mix of cultural opportunity. The days you will be long and quite intense. You will need to attend all of the scheduled visits, so it is crucial that you keep the evenings free for these events. These visits and dates will be confirmed in your timetable, when registered. Please make sure that you commit to this time fully as missing out in the first term will set you back in your learning, as well as your engagement with the course tutors and your fellow students. All tickets are paid for within the course but you will need to pay for your travel. TRAVEL We will travel across and around London as part of the first unit, in order to look at how it is used as a performing city, the architecture of theatre spaces, locations of theatres and their chosen programmes. You will need to obtain an Oyster Card for this travel as this will limit your travel costs for the term. It will be worth you registering for a student Oyster card, for travel on the London transport system (info at http://www.tfl.gov.uk). Wherever possible we will introduce you to areas within walking distance of one another. This will help you build familiarity with the city. Some days you will be out all day so should also budget for food. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY Computers Whilst all students have access to computers at Central, we would strongly recommend you obtain a laptop computer and colour printer for your personal use. If you already have one, do check with your course tutor (via email) to make sure it will be adequate. If you are thinking of purchasing a new laptop, again, check with your course tutor before you buy to ensure that your new purchase meets minimum specifications. All students will have access to specialist software on School computers but entitled to free download of Microsoft Office to personal devices (laptops, tablets, phones), on registration. Specialist Software For the Scenic Art course specialist software is not necessary. Cameras All students should have means of recording and documenting their work digitally. Photographs (and possibly video) will be shared amongst colleagues and used for recording your process, putting together portfolios and websites, and for submission as a part of your assessed work. A camera is suggested, however, mobile
phones and tablets that can take images to a reasonable resolution may also be acceptable. (Cheap, small tripods for smartphones and tablets are also available and may be a wise investment.) If you are considering spending a substantial amount on a digital camera, advice from tutors and other members of staff is available via email or once you arrive at Central. If you are unsure how to set your phone or device to take photos at its maximum resolution, please ask for advice as soon as you arrive at Central. Please also consider how to store your images, as these files will take up device memory faster when you are shooting larger images. Cloud storage, as with iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive or Google Drive, is recommended. Email and Calendars On registration you will be provided with a personal email account on the School’s server. This account is connected to your Outlook calendar and timetable. Importantly, this email system is a primary means of communication and scheduling within the college and anything sent to you is presumed to have been received (and read) by you. More information about each of the BA Theatre Practice courses can be found here: Costume Construction: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/costume-construction-ba Design for the Stage: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/design-for-the-stage-ba Production Lighting: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/production-lighting-ba Prop Making: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/prop-making-ba Scenic Painting for stage and Screen: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/scenic-art-ba Scenic Construction: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/scenic-construction-ba Stage Management: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/stage-management-ba Technical & Production Management: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/technical- and-production-management-ba Theatre Lighting Design: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/theatre-lighting-design-ba Theatre Sound: http://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/theatre-sound-ba Thank you again for your application to Central. We are delighted to be able to offer you a place on the course and hope that you’ll be joining us in October. Dr Kathrine Sandys Head of Theatre Practice
EQUIPMENT LIST The following is the equipment list for your specific course discipline of the BATP programme. In advance of registration, you are expected to purchase only the items identified as essential in your particular discipline (course). Some of the lists might also indicate items that can be purchased after the start of the course. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask – the contact email for your course tutor is at the top of the equipment list page. Where applicable we have suggested an appropriate brand, otherwise any well- made reputable brand will do. The indicative price is a guideline, but it is worth investing in good quality items. These are the tools of your trade and should last you beyond your studies. Tools do not need to be new, but they must be robust and in good condition. Please note that you may not be allowed to participate in some activities if you do not have the specified equipment. These are the essential items. Scenic Painting for Stage and Screen If you have any questions about the equipment, please email Carla Mardle at carla.mardle@cssd.ac.uk Required books Troubridge, E. (2018). Theatrical Scenic Art. Ramsbury The Crowood Press Ltd. Troubridge, E. and Blaikie, T. (2002). Scenic art and construction. Marlborough: Crowood. Crabtree, S. (2017). Scenic art for the theatre. New York: Focal Press. Suggested Books (you will not need these before enrolment and are available from the school's library) Tonkiss, F. (2005). Space, the city and social theory : social relations and urban forms. Cambridge ; Malden, Ma: Polity. Maness, K.L. and Isackes, R.M. (2016). The art of the Hollywood backdrop. New York: Regan Arts. Chitham, R. (2015). The classical orders of architecture. Routledge. Yves Leblanc and Beeby, B. (2011). The art of perspective. London, U.K.: New Holland Publishers. Yannick Guégan (2003). Trompe l’oeil panels and panoramas : decorative images for artists and architects. London: Thames & Hudson.
Yannick Guegan (1996). Handbook of painted decoration. Thames & Hudson Ltd
Iain Mackintosh (2015). Architecture, actor and audience. Routledge.
Calloway, S., Cromley, E.C. and Powers, A. (2012). Elements of style : an encyclopedia of
domestic architectural detail. Richmond Hill, Ont. ; Buffalo, N.Y.: Firefly Books.
Winslow, V.L. (2015). Classic human anatomy in motion : the artist’s guide to the dynamics
of figure drawing. Berkeley: Watson‐Guptill Publications.
Hornung, D. (2012). Colour : a workshop for artists and designers. London: Laurence King.
Juracek, J.A. (1996). Surfaces : visual research for artists, architects, and designers. London:
Thames And Hudson.
Essential Equipment
Item Indicative Supplier
Required by week 3 of your first term
Overalls / Apron / old clothes (many different brands)
Steel toe cap boots or shoes (many different brands)
Metric scale rule (with scales 1:25,1:50,1:10) Linex 325
Retractable metal tape measure (5 or 10 M) Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
Fabric tape measure (20 or 30 M) Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
Chalk line and chalk Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
Large retractable craft knife Stanley (Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon)
General purpose scissors Nonspecific
Heavy duty staple gun and staple remover Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
6" Wall brush Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
5-piece budget brush set Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
3-piece Purdy brush set 1”, 2” 3” Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
Required by the start of the summer term year 1
Set of 16 scenic fitches or similar Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
3” badger softener Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon
3” hog hair softener Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon3” Flogger brush Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon 4” rubber rocker (wood graining) Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon Wood graining rubber comb Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon Large Natural sponge Flints Hire & Supply / Amazon Canvas tool bag or wheeled cabin Nonspecific suitcase to carry equipment Required by start of the 2nd year Spray gun gravity fed & 10ml hose male Screw fix / Amazon fitting
Other expenses in 2nd/ 3rd year 1st Year Visit - Travel £15 2nd Year Visit - Travel £20 2nd Year Personal Project £40 3rd Year Personal Projects / Placements £50-£100 3rd Year Final Exhibition / Portfolio? £100-£150
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