World Scenography 1990-2005
World Scenography 1990-2005 is the second volume in a series of large-format, lavishly illustrated books documenting for posterity a collection of significant and influential theatrical set, costume, and lighting designs.
This volume covers 1990-2005 and presents designs for 409 productions from 55 countries representing the work of hundreds of designers as researched by a group of more than 100 dedicated volunteers from around the globe.
Like all performance-based art, stage design is ephemeral. If it is not recorded, it disappears. And if the designs are not contextualized through scholarship, their meanings will become obscure. World Scenography provides an outstanding visual and contextual record of the art of designing for the stage.
The World Scenography series is an official project of OISTAT, the International Organization of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians.
Peter McKinnon is professor of design and management in the Department of Theatre at York University, Canada. He has also worked as a lighting designer on some 450 shows, principally for dance and opera.
Eric Fielding was professor of scenic design and resident set designer for the Department of Theatre and Media Arts at Brigham Young University, Utah, for 28 years. He has design credits that include scenery and/or lighting for more than 275 productions. He was editor of Theatre Design & Technology journal from 1988-95.