5Design Process

Very first design idea - using a double-layer structure, focusing on the oak tree as a metaphor presenting the identity of Orlando

Rhino Model

Rotatable Platform

Two extruding rotatable platform would be lifted up by steel structure. it helps choreograph circulation, while whose functions could also range from quite abstract to naturalistic, such as from Sasha’s ship to Orlando’s table.

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- Fly system changes to steel structure

- Shorten the length of the extruding platforms

Final Model

- two platforms that can be moved up and down

- central oak tree

White Card Model

Concept

- entrances from both sides of the stage allowing fixed circulation

The main concept of the set is to focus on the theme of identity and transformation, creates an epic surreal world by integrating naturalistic elements with the architectural structure, providing a sense of place for multiple locations over the centuries.

MODEL IN WORKLIGHT (FRONT VIEW)

MODEL IN WORKLIGHT (PLAN VIEW)

ACT 1-1

ACT 1-2

Act 1-1 Orlando Cue Synopsis

CUE SET FIGURE

The age was Elizabethan

Atmosphere: a surreal world The three chorus stand on left side of the extruding platform

Orlando sits on the middle of the staircase

Orlando jumps on a chair. Orlando then stands up and ascends Orlando flings himself down in front of an oak tree.

Orlando looks at the chorus. They disperse.

Orlando dashed downhill.

Afternoon/ Dreamy and Naturalistic

One chorus walk to the right-side platform, one exit. The two chorus seems like floating.

Interior spiral staircase Orlando dashes down the stairs

The chorus follow Orlando

ACT 1-5

In Act 1-5 the stage right platform rotates to stage left and transform into a table.

Followed the sculptural set design, the LIGHTING is aimed to emphasize the emotional expression and aesthetic atmosphere, presenting the audience with a journey through time and space spanning five hundred years.

Orlando saw that his great house— in the valley— was pierced with lights. Pensive mood

Great Queen herself. Queen appears suddenly on the highest stair

Based on Ruhl’s text, I list out all the key cue points of each act. However, the whole sheet is too long to put in this page. For example, in figure Act 1-1, the dappled light helps the tree to cast its shadow on the wall, creating a naturalistic and melancholy mood.

ACT 2-1

ACT 2-2

In Act 1-7, the higher platform gradually rotates as if a ship sails smoothly, when Orlando stays and watches Sasha’s retreating figure.

COSTUME focuses on personality of each role gender-oriented clothing with period elements, especially for Orlando and the Queen.

Concept

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ACT 3-3

ORLANDO (HE)

ROSINA PEPITA

SASHA ACT TWO