Stage Manager, 2nd Edition

14Technological Advancements

Moving Lights, Light Emitting Diodes, Lasers, Haze Makers, Scenic Projections, and Automated Scenery

Up to this point, we have talked about the technology the SM now uses in the function and operation of the job. Well, now we move to the theatre and on to the stage into another world of technology—moving lights, light emitting diodes, lasers, haze makers, scenic projections, and automated scenery.

In the first edition of this book, after having talked about putting together a cueing script, it was a natural progression to move on into technical rehearsals. It would, however, be a capitol offense if we did not spend some time with the technological advancements that have become part of the theatre—some slowly, piece ...