Design Archives: Searchable databases of design images
University of Minnesota Scenic Collections Database
The Ballet Russe Scenery Collection - WONDERFUL website courtesy of Butler University. Examples of designs by such folks as Bakst, Matise, Berman, and so many more.
International Theatre Design Archive - Extensive collection
Visual Research Resources
1800s Ephemera - Great illustrations from advertising to theatre programs
1900 House - Website for the incredible PBS Series of the same name
Architectural Ornament Patterns from Around the World - An amazing and useful collection
Postcard Collection of Theatres and Concert Halls Worldwide by Andreas Praefcke
U of Colorado Sheet Music Collection - Lots of period illustrations
Sheet Music Historic American Sheet Music
Classic Design. Portfolios of Work
Art Danse - A gallery of work from Ballets Russes era designers. Nice site. In French
The Ballet Russe Scenery Collection - WONDERFUL website courtesy of Butler University.
Dictionaries of Symbolism
Animals
Animal Symbolism in Celtic Mythology
Color Symbolism - Pigments Through the Ages
Flowers and Trees - EXTENSIVE - navigate from the menu at the bottom of the page.
Design History (also see sections above)
Ballet Design History (text only, no illustrations)
Periods of Stage Design, an Outline
History of Props and Materials
Timelines and Research Resources
Article on Building an Effective Design Portfolio
Article on Developing a Design Resume
Designers
Design Collections
The Ballet Russe Scenery Collection
WONDERFUL website courtesy of Butler University. Examples of designs by such folks as Bakst, Matise, Berman, and so many more.
International Theatre Design Archive
Acoustics Software - About 15 free programs!
Mic Pool’s Theatre Sound Design Page - Some nifty stuff
Pro Audio & Lighting Showcase - Based in Canada
Theatre Sound Design Resources - Extensive resources!
Arts, Crafts, and Theatre Safety website - includes many useful materials
Yale School of Drama’s Tech Briefs
Glossary of Technical Theatre Terms (UK)
Theatreshire Books. Based in Yorkshire England, this store specializes particularly in areas of technical theatre and architecture.
Highschool Technical Production Page - The page has lots of instructional material
Safety & Health in Arts Production & Entertainment - SHAPE - Based in Canada
Easylayout for the Road - From Jack Carter comes software designed to simplify the planning of hangs for shows that are touring.