Theater Basics
What is Theater?
The art of telling stories through live performance.
Who is an Actor?
A person who performs a character in a play.
What is a Script?
The written text of a play.
What are Props?
Objects that actors use during a performance.
What is the Stage?
The area where actors perform.
What is Drama?
A story written or performed for actors to present to an audience.
What is a Character?
A person, animal, or figure portrayed by an actor in a story or play.
What is Dialogue?
The words spoken by characters in a play.
What is a Costume?
Clothing and accessories worn by actors to help show their characters.
What is a Rehearsal?
A practice session where actors prepare for a performance.
What is an Act?
A major section of a play.
Who is the Director?
A person who guides actors and oversees the artistic parts of a production.
What is a Monologue?
A long speech delivered by one character.
What is the Set?
The scenery and physical environment that shows where a play takes place.
What is a Cue?
A signal telling an actor, sound, light, or other theatrical element to begin.
What is a Scene?
A smaller section of a play that usually takes place in one location or part of the story.
What is an Ensemble?
A group of actors who work together as a team.
What are Stage Directions?
What are Stage Directions?
What is Set Design?
The planning and creation of scenery and the environment for a production.
What is Makeup?
Cosmetics used to help actors look like their characters or appear clearly under stage lighting.
Who is the Audience?
The people who watch and listen to a performance.
Who are the Stage Crew?
These are the people who work behind the scenes to help with sets, props, costumes, lighting, sound, and other parts of a theater production.
What is Improvisation (Improv)?
Acting without a prepared script by creating dialogue and actions in the moment.
What is Costume Design?
The planning and creation of clothing and accessories for characters.
What is a Spotlight?
A strong, focused stage light used to highlight a person or area.