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This study investigates the multifaceted role of stage design and spatial composition within the performing arts, foregrounding their function as dynamic agents of meaning-making that extend far beyond the traditional notion of scenic backdrops. Grounded in interdisciplinary theoretical perspectives from spatial theory, performance studies, and visual culture, the research conceptualizes stage space as both a tangible physical environment and an intangible aesthetic domain. This duality allows stage design to intricately shape narrative progression, character psychology, and audience engagement, thereby actively participating in the construction of dramatic meaning. Employing a case study approach focused on Disney’s musical Aida, the study conducts a detailed analysis of how symbolic spatial configurations, visual elements such as lighting and color, and the dramaturgical use of objects collaboratively articulate complex thematic layers and heighten emotional intensity. The findings reveal that contemporary stage design serves as a critical mediator of artistic expression, effectively embodying the director’s conceptual intentions while enriching the overall performative experience. By integrating spatial, visual, and symbolic dimensions within the theatrical context, stage design emerges as an essential, generative force that not only supports but also shapes and transforms the narrative and emotional impact of the performance.