Dramatic Structure
What is the purpose of exposition in a play?
To introduce background information about characters, setting and situation.
The back right area of the stage to the actor's right perspective.
what does the term 'blocking' refer to in theater?
Blocking refers to the precise staging of actor's movements on stage
What is the meaning of Wings?
The sides of the stage that lead to off stage. Out of sight.
What type of stage would you use if you needed a backstage?
A proscenium stage
What is the function of a 'resolution' in a play?
To wrap up the story and resolve the remaining conflicts.
What does 'stage left' mean from the actor's point of view?
Stage left is to the actor's left side as they face the audience.
What is the purpose of the climax in a play?
It is the turning point or the moment of the greatest tension in the story.
What are the three main types of stages?
Proscenium stage, Thrust stage, and Arena stage
Which stage positons are considered strong?
Front, and 1/4 left and right
Which part of dramatic structure contains the highest point of tension?
Climax
If a director tells you to move upstage right, where should you go?
To the back of the stage, and to the actor's right side
Define the term 'Protagonist'
The main character or leading figure in a play
What is the second name of Arena Stage
Theater in the round
What do we call the stage direction when you go from one side to the other?
Crossing
What are the five main parts of a typical dramatic structure in theater?
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
Name 3 common stage directions used in theater scripts.
Upstage, Downstage, Center Stage,
What does 'Stage Left' mean in theater?
The side of the stage to the actor's left when facing the stage.
What is the name of the line that divides the front of the stage and the apron?
The proscenium line
What type of stage would you choose if your play is one act, with scene and you want the audience engaged?
Arena
What does the rising action do in a play structure?
It builds suspense and develops the cnflict
What area of the stage is closest to the audience called?
Downstage
What is the downstage part of the stage?
The part of the stage closest to the audience?
How many acting areas are there?
9 acting areas
Name the 5 body positions.
Front, 1/4 left, profile left, 3/4 left, back, 3/5 right, profile right, 1/4 right