UH Intro. To Theatre Collaboration Project Set Design for Bus Stop

1. Set Design by Mark Chandrapaul

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Creating an environment
Helping to set the mood and style
To distinguish realistic from nonrealistic
Establishing locale and time period
Creating a central image/visual metaphor

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Creating a 1950’s vibe
Dingy and old-fashioned
Traditional and unassuming
Warm and cozy environment

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Typical 1950’s diner will have retro tables for
dining, long counter with chairs, and
restaurant equipment such as milkshake
makers, coffee machine, plates, utensils, and
appliances in the background

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More items from the 1950’s include a
stove, milkshake maker, and a coffee maker

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In addition to the 50’s refrigerator that is
pictured, below are examples of wallpaper and
photo frames that are typically seen in a 1950’s
restaurant. These create a dingy and retro vibe
that is so important in setting the locale and
mood.

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Since the restaurant also serves as a rest
stop, book shelves are available, as well as
benches for those passing by. Having these
items in the production enhance to portray the
purpose of the small diner.

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Overall goal is to provide a realistic setting so
that performers may act genuinely resulting in
the audience being drawn into the story.