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Mrs. Emmons from New Smyrna Beach, FL is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Scenic Design Materials

Help me give my students materials to create their scenic design of their spring musical!

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Scenic design is a vital aspect of theater education, as it allows students to understand how the physical environment shapes the audience's experience and enhances storytelling. By learning scenic design, students gain an appreciation for how elements like set construction, color palettes, textures, and spatial arrangement contribute to the mood, themes, and emotions of a production. This knowledge helps them see theater as a collaborative art form, where the visual world on stage works in harmony with acting, lighting, costumes, and sound to bring a story to life. Understanding scenic design also encourages creativity and problem-solving, as students must often work within constraints such as limited space, time, or budget to craft a compelling set.

Moreover, scenic design teaches students practical skills that are transferable to various fields.

They learn technical skills like drafting, carpentry, and digital design, as well as the importance of collaboration and communication with directors, designers, and crew members. Additionally, scenic design fosters an understanding of historical and cultural context, as students must research and incorporate appropriate styles to reflect the world of the play. By studying scenic design, students not only enhance their ability to contribute to a production but also develop a well-rounded perspective that enriches their appreciation of theater as a multifaceted art form.

Mrs. Emmons New Smyrna Beach Middle School Grades 6-8

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless 1/4 in. Impact Driver Kit with 1.5 Ah Battery and Charger (P235AK1) • Amazon Business $89.99 2 $179.98
Amazon Basics Microfiber Paint Roller Covers - 9" x 3/8", 12-Pack • Amazon Business $18.38 1 $18.38
Pro Grade- Paint Brushes - 5 Piece Flat and Angle, Paint Brush for All Latex and Oil Paints & Stains - Home Improvement - Interior & Exterior Use Paint Brush • Amazon Business $7.98 2 $15.96
Bates Paint Roller - Paint Brush, Paint Tray, Roller Paint Brush, 11 Piece Home Painting Supplies, Foam Brush, House Painting Tray, Painting Tools, Roller and Paint Brushes, Interior Paint Brushes • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
4 Rolls Premium Painters Tape, Blue Tape, Masking Master Tape, Paint Tape for Multi-Purpose, Painting, Painter's, DIY Crafts Arts (88yd =0.94IN*22yd*4) Decoration Labeling No Residue, Easy Removal • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Grip-Rite 2CDWS1#6 X 2 Phillips Bugle Head Coarse Thread Sharp Point Drywall Screw, 1lb Box • Amazon Business $5.97 1 $5.97
Grip-Rite 114CDWS1#6 X 1-1/4" Phillips Bugle Head Coarse Thread Sharp Point Drywall Screw, 1lb Box • Amazon Business $5.13 1 $5.13

Materials cost

$246.39

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$280.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.43

Total project goal

$329.52

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Total project goal

 $329.52

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 $329.52

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