I like to use a photocopy of the score. One page at a time on the right-hand side of my notebook as I'm looking at it, and on the back of each page, (so I can see it on the left-hand side) a copy/diagram of the set. Sometimes I leave it blank if I can't get a mini-ground plan, and I create a sketch for myself to notate blocking.
For specific positions, especially opening/closing positions or maybe transitional movements, I'll notate the placement on the mini, with a notation in the score of when that happens.
Also, if a lot of action happens on one page of music, I've written a blow-by-blow list on the left-hand page, with each event numbered. I then insert the number in the specific measure/beat/etc where it occurs in the score.
However, as with all forms of notation, it needs to fit your needs and your personality. What works for me may not work for ANYONE else.
Posted on: January 04, 2010, 09:35:29 PM
Also, if there are only a few characters on stage, and there is little movement (i.e., an aria where the singer only moves once or twice), I would just notate the movement right above, inside, or next to the measure (whatever is most convenient) where the movement should happen.
Hope this all helps!!