Thursday, February 9, 2017

Stage models due + description of set

The set for this scene is very minimal. The whole piece takes place in the bedroom right before Lili and Guy go to sleep. The set needs to not draw any focus- dark furniture, everything simple. I really want the focus of the audience to remain on the characters. Each scene I want as little change to the set to reflect how static the relationship between the pair truly is. Even though years pass through each scene, the arguments and worries of the characters are the same, therefore it is imperative for the set to be the same.


What we have planned is all black walls, we're in the black box so this should be easy. Center stage will be mats, blankets, pillows. It will not be a bed, to show that the family is in poverty, however it will be obvious this is where they sleep. In one scene a box for the child is necessary. Lili always sleeps stage right and Guy stage left. The baby's box will be placed stage right. Guy is distant from him child, he does not believe he is a good father, having the box on the opposite side of the room will show it. Right next to the baby will be a small table/nightstand with a radio on it. This radio keeps Lili sane, however Guy hates it. Again, having it on the other side of the room is important. The box and radio will have to be far enough stage right where we can put a spotlight on it and have the bed in darkness. This is important as in one of the scenes Lili stands by the radio as the lights fade and only she can be seen. In total, the set is fairly simple and will force us as actors to fill the space. We can't rely on props or set, we have to keep people interested through our acting. It will be a challenge but ultimately will set us up for success.

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