CHAPTER 11

Comprehend the Nature of the Design Problem

Before we can invent solutions to a problem, we must first understand the problem itself. In this part of the design process, we will both befriend the play and embrace the details of the particular production you are doing. This involves two separate and distinct activities: play reading and embracing the production limitations. For this work, we need to utilize our Detective Persona, searching for as many details as possible.

 

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A. PLAY READING

WHAT IS PLAY READING?

Play reading can ...

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