In the course of designing scenery for “The Whipping Man,” South Coast Repertory’s upcoming play, Tom Buderwitz discovered that “period piece” wasn’t quite an adequate term. That ought to be “periods, ...

These books, many of which were written by current or former set designers, take a deep dive into what the art is all about, how to get started, what research goes into the craft, and even how to ...

The set on a stage acts as a vessel for the entire show. To be able to design, create, and build a set requires years of training and education. A set designer needs to have a creative mindset and ...

Broadway musical Hamilton didn't need to win 11 Tony Awards for us to appreciate its greatness. In addition to irresistible music and a crazy-talented cast, the historical musical's success is due in ...

If you’ve attended a professional show or musical recently, chances are you’ve seen virtual set design in action. This approach to stage production has gained so much traction it’s now a staple in the ...

Ten years in the making, Netflix’s “Squid Game” quickly became a phenomenon that even the streamer couldn’t predict. While the M.C. Escher-like staircase in the game’s deadly arena (pictured above) ...