TARTUFFE, OR THE IMPOSTER

Design Fest

The Spotlight Challenge

“All designs should have a single concept based on the work of a visual artist (painting, sculpture, drawing, and or illustration) or architect.”

“The rationale for these choices should be strongly reflected in the written justification submitted as a part of the entry.”

What to choose? Tartuffe was first performed in 1664.

Chancellor Seguier at the entry of Louis XIV into Paris – Charles Le Brun

Should you stay traditional?

The Duke and Duchess of York

- 1667

Move forward in time a little?

The Bermuda Group – John Smibert 1729

Or a lot?

Allan Ginsberg’s Family – Richard Avedon, late 1960’s

Choose a particular style, like Cubism?

Portrait of Fernande and Nush Luard, Pablo Picasso, 1938

Pop culture?

Engagement Ring – Roy Lichtenstein, 1961

Must Haves!!

No matter what piece your design is based upon, the rationale should include:

An analysis of the piece identifying design elements that will be evident in the new design, and how they will be re-interpreted.

A justification of how the themes of the play connect to the artwork, and a defense of the suitability of the artwork to the play.