Technical Theatre Intro To Lighting

Please describe for me what it means to design for acting areas.

What is the general function of stage lighting?

Visibility involves both things on stage you wish to late, as well as the things on stage and in the wings you do not wish to have seen. 

Motivation in lighting is important because you want to make sure that the lighting is non-realistic, so the audience can actually see what is happening on stage at all times.

Composition is the ability for the lighting designer to compliment the work done by the scenic designer and choices made by the director.  I

Mood is also a part of the other three, composition, motivation and amount of light and kind of visibility. 

Read the ________________, noting relevant stage directions and your thoughts (listen to the score if it is a ________________).  Get copies of the ___________design and meet with the _____________and discuss requirements.  Watch _____________noting acting areas and specials needed.  Check set and costume ______________and decide on your palette.