Books by Francis Reid

The Stage Lighting Handbook is well established as the classic practical lighting guide. The book explains the process of designing lighting for all forms of stage production and describes the equipment used. This new edition includes up-to-date information on new equipment and discusses its impact on working methods.

Described as an encyclopedia of stage technology terms, this book embraces all aspects of the technical operation of the stage, covering sets, props, stage equipment and machinery. It is arranged in alphabetical form to provide quick and easy access to the information.

Offers an insight into some of the developments of live performance technology. This book covers various aspects of staging a live performance: from its relationship with photographic and digital media to factors affecting architectural design of buildings which house performances of ephemeral arts. It also covers the technology of staging styles.

A guide to the fundamentals of stage lighting, including a series of projects to allow experimentation, discussion and analysis. It describes the necessary equipment in relation to its purpose, along with checklists and hints for practical use. It talks about the practical handling of light, with observation of the relationship of cause to effect.