Courses in Rome

Set design - Production design courses

for theater, film and television

Duration: 3 years (six academic semesters)

"Set Design" means the creation and the organization of a "scenic" space in function of a specific media event. This involves designing on the basis of the technical and artistic needs that present many variables connected with the environment in which one is working and on the kind of use of the spectator.

In the course of Production and Set Design the various possibilities are analyzed (theaters, televisions performance, film set, fashion show, etc.) and for each specific ambiance the student must elaborate the projects that will be closely followed by the instructors at the Accademia.

Each argument is explained through the use of examples, from the most simple to the most complex. The project is analyzed from the beginning phase of the idea to the scenic space to the definitive project in the film or television studio. The set designs are created following a progressively more complex project each time. The learning and research done by each student is articulated in theory and practical lessons, seminars, encounters, seminars on special themes covered with the aid of audiovisuals and digital instruments. Encounters with experts from the world of cinema, theater and television as well as guided tours and visits to theaters and sets are also included in this course.

Subjects:

- History of the dramatic arts
- Drawing and sketching
- Design (set design and technical set design)
- Graphic and painting techniques
- Computer design
- History of art and architecture Other activities
- Technology in sets (light and sound design)
- Set design for fashion shows
- Encounters with experts and guided visits

Diplomas and awards

Upon successful completion of all relative exams students will be awarded at the end of each level of study: Certificate of attendance (1° year), Professional diploma(2° year), Diploma AI and Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wales (3° year)