<P><EM>Stage Lighting: The Fundamentals</EM> is written specifically for introductory stage lighting courses. The book begins with an examination of the nature of light, perception, and color, then leads into a conversation of stage lighting equipment and technicians. Lamps, luminaries, controls/dimming, and electricity form the basis of these chapters. The book also provides a detailed explanation and overview of the lighting design process for the theatre and several other traditional forms of entertainment. Finally, the book explores a variety of additional areas where lighting designers can find related future employment, such as concert and corporate lighting, themed design, architectural and landscape lighting, and computer animation.</P><P><BR>New for this edition:</P><P><BR>enlarged full-color illustrations, photographs, light plots and examples of lighting design;<BR>updated information on LED lighting and equipment;<BR>expanded discussion of the practical use of col