Motion Picture Operation, Stage Electrics and Illusions / A Practical Hand-book and Guide for Theater Electricians, Motion Picture Operators and Managers of Theaters and Productions

Name: Motion Picture Operation, Stage Electrics and Illusions / A Practical Hand-book and Guide for Theater Electricians, Motion Picture Operators and Managers of Theaters and Productions
Author: Henry Charles Horstmann

By Henry Charles Horstmann

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The manual offers practical, workshop-focused instruction for theater electricians, motion-picture operators, and managers, assuming basic electrical knowledge. It explains circuits and hazards, arc lamp operation, projection techniques, film handling, and the mechanics of motion-picture machines, and gives guidance on installation, maintenance, generator and motor management, and current control. Complementary chapters treat auditorium and stage wiring, portable stage equipment, lighting principles, vision and optical topics (reflection, refraction, instruments, illusions), useful formulas, and a glossary, with diagrams and practical tips aimed at safe, efficient theatrical and projection practice.

About the Author

Henry Charles Horstmann

Henry Charles Horstmann was an author and practical guide in the field of theater and motion picture operations. He is best known for his work "Motion Picture Operation, Stage Electrics and Illusions," which serves as a comprehensive handbook for theater electricians, motion picture operators, and managers of theatrical productions. His contributions provide valuable insights into the technical aspects of stagecraft and film production, reflecting the evolving practices of the early 20th century in the entertainment industry.