The Aesthetics Of Space As A Design Element In Stage Production: A Case Study of Esiaba Irobi’s Cemetery Road Production.

Abstract

Dramatic plays of several scenes have been the concern of many directors, designers and producers of stage plays. The concern has been in finding the proper performance space and to also gain an aesthetic representation of varying scenes especially of different locale on the limited space- the stage in theatrical performances. Attention has been turned to revolving stage which has not proven helpful as productions are held to ransom for either mechanical or electrical faults. This research paper presents an aesthetic dimension that is economical and useful in educational theatre. The study examines the concept of stage construction in relation to space and in the process further asks the question as to whether space is a pre-requisite to construction and aesthetics. The examination of the case study in relation to theories and models related to the issues in discuss, space have proven to be an essential element of aesthetics, yet depending on our appreciation of its aesthetic contents to really come alive. Relevant solutions were raised to tackle some problems in stage construction and embellishments.

Key words: Stage, space, design, scene, construction, aesthetics, embellishments.