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Above is a picture a soundboard: a typical theatre staple. This item is usually incorporated in shows as it controls microphone feed and other such things. This is just one of the many ways technology is being incorporated with theatre. I've been in shows where we've used small snippets of documentary and I've also been in shows where there was a whole PowerPoint of pictures. In both of these instances a huge screen, a projector, and a computer was required. Although including a movie or pictures into a live show isn't that common, it is one of the more reasonable ways to include technology into performance.
The question still remains, however, is technology helping or hurting the working field of theatre? As an actor, it would seem as the movie or video in a show would take the role of some actors, therefore less roles available. But looking from the standpoint of someone in lights or sounds, it would give them more work; therefore more jobs would become available. So, from whose standpoint do we observe this issue from? Does technology give or take away from the working field of theatre?
I find this to be intriguing. I have never really paid attention to how technology is affecting theater, but in reality, that's what "Techies" are for, right? I think that there are definitely some instances where technology can add to theater performances, such as in more modern shows, but in the more classical shows, I feel that technology would take away from the setting. In my opinion, the amount and types of technology used should be revolved around the era that the production was supposed to take place and the discretion of the director. You do bring some valid/interesting points to the table though. I'm looking forward to your next couple posts!
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The people in the booth currently have the ability to talk to the people backstage. Which can be very helpful when things don't go as planned. As a techie, technology is very helpful when putting the show together. It would be interesting to find out how they communicated before they had the technology.
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