stage set
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stage set
The complete furnishings and decoration of a stage for a theater performance, opera, or film. It creates the visual environment in which the action takes place.
Das opulente Bühnenbild der neuen Opernproduktion wurde vom Publikum gefeiert.
The opulent stage set of the new opera production was celebrated by the audience.
The word is made up of 'Bühne' (stage) and 'Bild' (picture/image). So it literally describes a 'picture' created for the stage in order to represent the scenery.
Für das Theaterstück wurde ein sehr minimalistisches Bühnenbild entworfen.
A very minimalist stage set was designed for the play.
Creative and technical verbs are often used in connection with 'Bühnenbild' (stage set). Typical ones are 'ein Bühnenbild entwerfen' (to design a stage set), 'gestalten' (to create/design), or 'bauen' (to build).
Ein berühmter Künstler hat das Bühnenbild für die neue Inszenierung gestaltet.
A famous artist designed the stage set for the new production.
To describe a stage set, adjectives such as 'aufwendig' (elaborate), 'einfach' (simple), 'modern' (modern), 'historisch' (historical), or 'düster' (gloomy/dark) are often used.
Das aufwendige Bühnenbild versetzte die Zuschauer in eine andere Zeit.
The elaborate stage set transported the audience to another time.
set / backdrop
Kulisse refers especially to the painted backgrounds and movable parts of a scene. Bühnenbild includes the entire stage furnishings and decoration, including additional design elements. Use Kulisse for a background and Bühnenbild for the complete visual design.
Die Hauswand, die Möbel und die Beleuchtung bilden zusammen das Bühnenbild.
The wall of the house, the furniture, and the lighting together make up the stage set.
Die gemalte Hauswand dient in der Aufführung als Kulisse.
The painted wall of a house serves as the backdrop in the performance.
