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Forced Perspective in Stage Set Design

Quick fact

Forced perspective has been used since ancient Greek theatre, and one of the most famous examples is the illusion of a towering backdrop in Renaissance plays, achieved simply by slanting floors and shrinking objects.

Why this is interesting

Ever wondered how a huge palace fits on a tiny stage? Designers use a clever trick called forced perspective to make small sets look vast and real.