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Discusses stage lighting in terms of special effects, atmosphere, and mood. Follows the work of the light designer from the initial preparation to the final production. Outlines the objectives and demonstrates in detail the basic requirements of stage lighting. Presents many types of lighting equipment and explains how they are used to produce desired effects. Includes a brief history of stage lighting.
Host Dora tells the story of Eloise the Skunk, a kid skunk who couldn't spray until one day a dog almost attacks her and she learns how to spray because she is scared. The dog asks to be adopted by her and she asks her mom and the familys takes in their new pet dog.
A book about a little French girl, her duck and her sheep. We look through the giant’s pipe to see the Eiffel Tower –and sing a French song. The book is by Francois, published by Charles Scribner and Sons.
Shows how to select correct rivet sets for stationary and portable squeezers and how to set up and use the stationary squeezer and the portable squeezer.
Even before the improved lift devices were designed, the stability and control problems had to be solved and further improvements incorporated into the original systems. Dr. Lippisch illustrates how the stability and control system of the Wright brothers' glider differs from the system on the conventional aircraft of today.
A skilled potter demonstrates the correct stacking of both green and glazed pottery in a small kiln as the narrator explains the factors involved. The potter then shows each step in firing the pieces.
Describes the role of the production crew--the designers, craftsmen, and technicians. Demonstrates the procedures followed by the production staff in the creation of the play. Shows where they work, how they perform their jobs, and the tools which they use.
Tells the story of traveling by stagecoach. Explains how stagecoaches were made and used. Uses 19th century pictures and illustrations of early stages and discusses the dangers encountered during their trips. Host Bash Kennett plays guitar and sings the songs "Black Eyed Susie," "Every Night When The Sun Goes In" and "Old Joe Clark."
Describes the fundamental relationships existing between music, staging, and words in the successful and meaningful production of an opera. Stresses the importance, on the part of the stage director and the actors, of understanding the language of the music in arriving at staging procedures. Shows correct and incorrect examples of fitting stage movement to the music using selections from Don Giovanni, Faust, and Carmen. (WQED) Kinescope.
Part 1: Shows the gearshift positions, explains how to start the engine, and gives the correct way to handle the gearshift when starting and stopping the car. Discusses down-shifting, backing, stopping, staring and backing on an upgrade. Part 2: Discusses the necessity of recognizing at a glance what traffic signs mean, the importance of knowing your own lane, and the proper speed to travel according to the driving situation. explains the importance of safe following distance and understanding the total traffic picture. Gives the roles to follow when passing other cars. (Cincinnati Public Schools and WCET) Kinescope.
Discusses the appearance of the skies and explains how to locate constellations and individual stars. Describes the celestial sphere and explains how to use star charts and the telescope. Uses diagrams, charts, and models to show the beginner how to study the skies effectively. Features James S. Pickering of the American Museum-Hayden Planetarium.
Shows camera highlights of the Indiana state basketball tournament and the state track meet. Should be of interest from the point of view of studying accomplishments and techniques as demonstrated.
Dr. Joel Hildebrand illustrates the "laws of chance" or "probability." Discusses fallacies of what is "normal" and "abnormal." Points out the variability of human beings by discussing the "average man." Emphasizes limitations in what can be predicted. (KQED) Film.
Discussion of the manufacturing and production of steel in the United States as well as a brief discussion of other minerals, including zinc and aluminum.
Shows how to check for play in the steering wheel; how to check the front end assembly for excessive play; how to make a rough test for wheel balance; how to correct wheel runout; how to make a toe-in test; and how to test springs, axles, and over-all backlash.
Louis Simpson, a poet and teacher at the University of California at Berkeley, relates that Stephen Spender’s interest in the relationship between poetry and the subjects of war and politics goes back to his days at Oxford. He discusses Spender’s activity during the Spanish Civil War and World War II and says his poems of war and love have a panoramic sweep. Spender then reads “Two Armies,” “The Guns,” “The Window,” “Ice,” “The Little Coat,” “Song,” and “Elegy for Margaret.”
Portrays the Bell System's role in expanding the horizons of television. Explains how a musical ballet television program originating in a New York City studio is delivered, via coaxial cable and radio relay facilities, to a residence in Waukesha, Wis. | Within the framework of a family's viewing a ballet via television, the film explains the method of carrying television by coaxial cable, and by a telephone relay system. Animated diagrams are used to show the relay, step-up, and re-transmission system. Closes with a summary of the Bell Telephone Company's program for keeping up-to-date. | Within the framework of a family's viewing a ballet via television, the film explains the method of carrying television by coaxial cable, and by a telephone relay system. Animated diagrams are used to show the relay, step-up, and re-transmission system. Closes with a summary of the Bell Telephone Company's program for keeping up-to-date. | Within the framework of a family's viewing a ballet via television, the film explains the method of carrying television by coaxial cable, and by a telephone relay system. Animated diagrams are used to show the relay, step-up, and re-transmission system. Closes with a summary of the Bell Telephone Company's program for keeping up-to-date.
