Scenography: meaning, definitions and examples
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scenography
[ ˌsiːnəˈɡrəfi ]
theatre
The art or practice of stage design for a play, movie, or other performance. It involves the creation of sets, costumes, and props to enhance the visual aspects of a production.
Synonyms
production design, set design, stage design.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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scenography |
Used mainly in the context of theater and stage performances where the visual aspects of a scene are being crafted, including the design, lighting, and arrangement of elements.
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stage design |
Primarily refers to the designing and arrangement of the physical space on stage in live theater and performance art settings.
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set design |
Commonly used in both theater and film to describe the process and art of designing the physical surroundings where the action takes place.
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production design |
Typically found in film, television, and large-scale performance productions where the overall visual style and aesthetic of the setting and environment are created and managed.
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Examples of usage
- The scenography for the play was breathtaking, transporting the audience to a different time and place.
- The talented team of designers worked together to create the perfect scenography for the film.
- The use of light and shadow in the scenography added depth and drama to the performance.
Translations
Translations of the word "scenography" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cenografia
🇮🇳 दृश्यांकन
🇩🇪 Szenografie
🇮🇩 skenografi
🇺🇦 сценографія
🇵🇱 scenografia
🇯🇵 舞台美術
🇫🇷 scénographie
🇪🇸 escenografía
🇹🇷 sahne tasarımı
🇰🇷 무대 미술
🇸🇦 تصميم المناظر المسرحية
🇨🇿 scénografie
🇸🇰 scénografia
🇨🇳 舞台设计
🇸🇮 scenografija
🇮🇸 sviðsmynd
🇰🇿 сценография
🇬🇪 სცენოგრაფია
🇦🇿 səhnə tərtibatı
🇲🇽 escenografía
Etymology
The term 'scenography' originated from the Greek words 'skḗnē' (meaning stage or scene) and 'graphein' (meaning to write or to describe). It has been used in the context of theatre and performance design since the 19th century, evolving to encompass a wide range of visual elements in stage productions.