Introduction to Set and Costume Design (16+)
Short Study – Weekend Short Course
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Overview
This short course, for people age 16+, introduces the basic elements of set and costume design for theatre, exploring its role and function within a production.
You will explore approaches to design research and development, and be introduced to the tools required for the creation of a model box.
Students will also develop an overview of the role of the set and costume designer and gain an insight into this unique production role.
This is a hands-on, practical course and you will be expected to participate in all the practical projects, both individually and working with others on the course.
You will be given a condensed version of the design process that full-time students at the Royal Conservatoire experience and you will progress through structured stages of set and costume design, including:
- text analysis
- concept development
- research processes
- development of ideas
- communication of set designs
- communication of costume designs
- additional references
Throughout this course you will get an insight into how the set and costume strand of the BA Production Arts and Design at the Royal Conservatoire prepares students to become professional set and costume designers.
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The important details
Age:
16+
Cost:
£180
Date:
17 and 18 May 2025
Time:
Saturday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm
Venue:
The Wallace Studios at Speirs Locks, 210 Garscube Road, Glasgow, G4 9RR
Course Information
This is an open access course aimed at people who have an interest in set design or for those who are considering applying for further study in this field. It is also suitable for those who work in amateur dramatics, school theatres or to secondary art or drama teachers.
This is an open access course with no specific entry requirements although it is important that students have an interest in the subject. Basic artistic skills in drawing and painting would be useful.
A piece of text will be sent out two weeks before the course runs. Students should read over the text and be prepared to discuss it during the weekend course.
A keen interest in design for performance is important.
Further Information
We want to ensure as many children, young people and adult learners as possible can access the performing and production arts education that is offered through Short Courses at RCS. Financial support options available for Short Courses include:
Agnes Allan Bursary
Agnes Allan was a teacher, passionate about inclusion, and this bursary scheme exists to offer support to students to participate in the performing or production arts.
The Agnes Allan Bursary provides some support to students who may require financial assistance to take part in a short course in dance, drama, music, production or screen.
Anyone who wishes to take part in our Short Courses and faces a financial barrier can apply for bursary support to help meet the cost of tuition fees.
James McAvoy Drama Scholarships
BAFTA-winning and Golden Globe nominated actor James McAvoy is committed to nurturing the creative potential of young Scots who experience barriers to access and participate in drama at RCS Short Courses.
James is a graduate of the BA Acting programme at RCS and Patron of the Junior Conservatoire of Drama. The Glasgow-born actor has funded the new James McAvoy Drama Scholarships to enable young people to experience the world-class drama training at RCS as he did.
The scholarship aims to support applicants who would otherwise find meeting the cost of tuition fees at RCS a barrier to accessing pre-Higher Education drama training at the Royal Conservatoire.
You can find more information about these funds on our Financial Support page.
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You should contact us at shortcourses@rcs.ac.uk to request your discount code before booking a course.
Please note, only one promotional offer can be applied per course and should be used at the time of booking as we are unable to apply a discounts retrospectively.
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