The Theatre Times: Scenography is generally considered an element of secondary importance in theatre since its main function is to represent the settings for dramatic works. It is not surprising, therefore, that it has long been associated with the depiction of an illusory idealized world within a carefully organized theatrical environment. However, in these last years, scenography has developed the ability to operate not merely as a backdrop or as a by-product of theatre but rather as an element independent of the performance or text.
