Podcast
Special Effects
Hosted by National Theatre · EN
Lighting, video and special effects are used in theatre to create moments of stage magic. They can have a stunning impact on the mood of a piece of theatre. Special effects can be subtle or devastating if they utilise pyrotechnics or weaponry. Video is being used increasingly frequently as a dynamic and effective way to produce backdrops or even fully interactive scene settings. This collections features videos that will let you into some of the tricks of the trade.
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Video animations in England People Very Nice
Apr 14, 201100:03:59Tap to summarizeThe process of visualising scenes of a play
Transcribe →Olivier flying system
Mar 31, 201100:01:08Tap to summarizeAn inside look at the Olivier's flying system.
Transcribe →Automated Lighting Profiles
Mar 31, 201100:02:54Tap to summarizeExploring the features of automated lights
Transcribe →Firearms
Mar 31, 201100:01:36Tap to summarizeAn overview of the armoury's firearms and their effects
Transcribe →Lining up the projectors for War Horse
Mar 31, 201100:01:02Tap to summarizePositioning and lining up video projectors for War Horse
Transcribe →Pyrotechnics
Mar 31, 201100:02:35Tap to summarizeCreating a safe and convincing explosion on stage
Transcribe →Swords
Mar 31, 201100:01:51Tap to summarizeDescribing a variety of swords and their uses
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