Designing All My Sons at Stephens College in 2010 was a turning point in my journey as a scenic designer. Rooted in personal history and Miller’s enduring themes, the set embodied realism, symbolism, and collaboration—capturing both the promise of post-war America and the moral weight beneath it.

Drawing from my years of experience as a professional designer, I've developed a structured approach to craft presentations that simplify the complex narrative of our design process and magnify the impact of our message. I am thrilled to share this methodology with you in this article.

The scenic design process is both creative and technical, balancing vision with collaboration. From script analysis and research to rehearsals, construction, and opening night, each stage offers unique challenges. This guide breaks down preproduction, production, and post-production, serving as a roadmap for aspiring scenic designers.

Theatre students are often called “digital natives,” but many lack the computer literacy needed for design and production work. From hardware basics to file management and AI ethics, integrating tech education into theatre curricula empowers students to make smarter choices and thrive in today’s digital industry.