Sheria, Jack Julius2023-12-122023-12-122021-04-06A Dissertation Submitted To The School Of Postgraduate Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, In Partial Fulfilment Of The Requiremebts For The Award Of Master Of Arts (MA) Degree In Theatre Artshttps://keffi.nsuk.edu.ng/handle/20.500.14448/3834Stage lighting and performance design has been a unique factor in embellishing performance f« when managed properly. The research will discuss the challenges of managing stage lighting and performance design in contemporary Nigerian theatre, focusing on two tertiary institutions- College of Education, Akwanga and Nasarawa State University, Keffi as paradigms. Two theoretical templates have been examined, which include Stanley Russuel McCandless theory of three Dimension method of Lighting, coupled with Richard Pilbrow “Four Dimension Method of Lighting’*. However, the study emphasized Stanley McCandless Stage Lighting method. It examines how the technical requirements in lighting affects performance design, bearing in mind that several other issues downgrading the effectiveness of achieving a development in both stage lighting and performance design as elements of design. The core aim of the research is to rebrand and improve the knowledge and performance skills of lighting designers, the aspect of which is observed to be an aesthetic medium of communication in Nigerian theatre. The research adopts the descriptive methodology from which interviews, magazines and documented library materials serve as sources. Findings from the research show that most theatres in Nigerian institutions are grossly ill-equipped and lack proper structures. Thus, the research recommends a total overhaul by theatre practitioners in these institutions meeting up with contemporary realities: from analogue to digital operation programs such as seminars/conference can be initiated to encourage effective stage lighting maintains. This will be done by ensuring that theatre also over Nigeria houses are well structured and equipped toward building a valiant institutionalized theatre in other to create a good atmosphere for students and lecturers to engage in practical process.enThesis