#magic-of-light

A magic book hangs in the spotlights of a theater

Fragment from the practical guide “Magic of Light,” published in 2013.

Еxamines the physics and perception of stage lighting, tracing historical theories of light and explaining photometric units, optics (reflection, refraction, inverse-square law), and human visual response, with practical guidance for designers, technicians, and choreographers to create clearer, more consistent stage images.


 

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An open magical book glowing with light, placed at the center of an ancient stone amphitheater at night

Stage lighting–sound integration: techniques, perception, history, and creative design

This article explores the interplay of light and sound in theatrical productions, covering historical developments, technical conversion of music into lighting, perceptual effects, practical show-design methods, and collaborative workflows between lighting designers, composers, and directors for cohesive, immersive stage experiences.

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Section: What does a lighting designer create? A dynamic communicative environment

Section: What does a lighting designer create? A dynamic communicative environment

This article traces lighting design’s evolution in theater, from a technical tool to a dynamic, communicative art. It explores historical shifts, key figures’ contributions, and light’s role in enhancing drama and audience experience.

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Vladimir Viktorovich Lukasevich - an outstanding lighting designer

What "tools" does a lighting designer use? Controllable properties of stage lighting

In Tools of a Lighting Designer, part of Magic of Light, Vladimir Lukashevich explores angle, brightness, color, form, movement, rhythm, composition, and focus for theatrical lighting. Building on McCandless’s principles, he details their technical and emotional impact, using light, shadow, and minimalism to shape mood and guide audience focus.

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