Now available in a completely revised, updated,

and expanded edition, this book is the definitive

guide to stage lighting design by a virtuoso in

the field. As beautiful as it is instructive, this award-winning book on all

aspects of theatrical lighting design has become the standard

resource in the field. Light Fantastic has received accolades

from the theater community, including the Golden Pen Award

from the Institute for Theater Technology and Outstanding

Academic Title award from Choice magazine.

Now in its third edition, Light Fantastic has been expanded to

include breathtaking new photographs from author Max

Keller s most recent productions. The text has been brought

up to date to reflect the latest technological advances, while

new essays on light in architecture, lighting for music

concerts, and the metaphysics and politics of light broaden

its scope. Keller s extensive knowledge and experience on

some of the world s most celebrated stages make him the

definitive source for veterans or those new to the field of stage

lighting. Throughout the book hundreds of vibrant color

photographs convey the excitement of live performance. This

remarkable volume is an indispensable handbook to stage

lighting design.