Stage Lighting Design

Tech of the TheaterCreated by M. Phillips

Ways To Light The Performer

Different effects to set the mood of the play can be achieved on how the light is

directed at the performer.

The following slides show a lighting diagram on how their placement makes the actor

appear to the audience.

Introduction

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FRONT LIGHT - STAGE RIGHT

FRONT LIGHT - STAGE LEFT

BACK LIGHT

3/4 BACK LIGHT

CROSS LIGHT

SIDE LIGHT

TOP LIGHT

UP LIGHT

FLAT LIGHT