A demonstration by Peter Bax of the methods used by designers of stage scenery.

Much careful preparation is necessary before a scene can be shown on the stage. It is essential for all practical details, such as doors, steps, windows, etc., to be of a size that will not only look well but will also be convenient for the actors. In order to make sure that these conditions are satisfied it is usual to make a scale model of the scene.
To save time, Peter Bax - he is a television stage manager, by the way- uses a small-scale stage which can be quickly adjusted to suit the dimensions of any theatre. On the floor of this stage he works with small blocks of wood, cardboard, and paper until the practical details are settled. Then he paints and lights the model so that the carpenter and scenic artist know exactly how to make the finished scene.