It was first mentioned in Vitruvius' book on architecture, De architectura (c. 14 BC) but its most intense use began in Renaissance theatre, as a result of the work of important theatrical designers, such as Nicola Sabbatini (1574-1654).
Scamozzi's stage set was the first practical introduction of perspective views into Renaissance theatre.
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The archives and online searchable catalogue of the Renaissance Theatre Company are part of the Shakespeare Collections at the University of Birmingham.
Among Sharafyan’s participated festivals in 2005-2011 are: in January 2005 Budapest Mini Festival; in March 2005 in Transcaucacian Festival of Modern Music in Georgia; Mansfield Symphony concert at Renaissance Theatre with premiering of Tenor Saxophone Concerto played by maestro James Houlik and cond.