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The direction of the light affects the way objects and actors are perceived by the audience. It shapes and defines objects, creates shadows, and can suggest a time of day.

Practicals are working props that emit light, such as lamps or candles. They contribute to the overall lighting design by providing motivated, in-scene light sources.

Focus refers to the directed attention that the lighting gives to an area, which aids in guiding the audience's attention to where the action is happening.

Unity in lighting means all elements are working together harmoniously to support the telling of the story, including the scenery, costumes, and actors.

Proportion in lighting refers to the relative size of lighting effects and their correlation to each other, ensuring that visual elements are neither under nor overemphasized.

Harmony in lighting design ensures that all lighting elements create a consistent and aesthetically pleasing environment aligned with the production's visual style.

Color in lighting creates visual interest and helps in establishing time, place, mood, and can reinforce themes or underscore emotions in a scene.

Selective focus uses lighting to direct the audience's attention to particular elements or areas of the stage, while allowing others to recede into the background.

Lighting can signify the time of day through color temperature and angle, with warm colors often indicating dawn or sunset and cool colors indicating night or overcast days.

Distribution deals with how light is spread over the stage. It can create focus, highlight specific areas, or evenly light a scene for visibility.

Contrast in lighting helps to separate performers from the background and one another. It can also be used to create texture and dimension on stage.

Depth is achieved by using different lighting positions and intensities to create the illusion of three dimensions on a two-dimensional stage.

Motivation is the idea that lighting should appear to stem from a naturalistic source within the scene, helping the audience to believe in the world of the play.

Intensity refers to the brightness or dullness of a light. It can set the mood, draw attention to a specific area, or signify the time of day in a scene.

In lighting design, balance is about ensuring that there are no overly bright spots or shadows that could distract or mislead the audience, hence maintaining visual harmony.

Visibility is the principle that ensures that the audience can see what is intended to be seen on stage. It's essential for conveying the story and action.

Mood refers to the atmosphere created through lighting, helping to evoke emotional responses from the audience and enhancing the narrative impact.

Texture in lighting adds depth and interest to a scene through patterns. Gobos or shutters can be utilized to project shapes or simulate natural elements like leaves or water.

Movement entails the change of lighting position, intensity, or color throughout a scene. It adds dynamism and can indicate a passage of time or a shift in location.