Introduction to Set Design: Drama Lesson

Introduce high school drama students to how scenic design builds the world of a play. This 20-page, landscape PDF lesson covers the functions of a set, stage areas, scenic elements, safety, visual design principles, levels and space, symbolism, collaboration with a production team, and practical budget choices.

Students can apply the ideas through six embedded activities: stage mapping, set concepting, mood board creation, sketching levels, a symbolism hunt, and crew-role planning. The lesson closes with reflection questions.

Included: one 20-page PDF exported from the original presentation. The PDF is best displayed on a screen or projector. The activities may require separate paper or materials supplied by the teacher.