Vocal Interpretation
Define monotone.
The lack of inflection in the voice
When did Medieval theater begin?
The 5th century
What does Commedia dell'arte translate to in English?
The Comedy of Art
Why should we not use this in real life scenarios?
BECAUSE THIS IS STAGE COMBAT, NOT REAL LIFE NINJA JUJISTU COMBAT smh
True or False: Bananas grow on plants are technically classified as herbs.
True - they are often mistaken for trees because of their size.
Define resonance.
The vibrant tone when sound waves strike the chambers of the throat, head, nose and mouth.
Why was the Renaissance a vital part of the growth of theater? (Name ALL)
It allowed:
- for the first proscenium stage to be built
- artifical lighting and Periaktoi's
- First rigging system for changing set pieces
- First thrust stage created
When did it first begin?
16th century
The victim.
Which movie features the quote: “Why so serious?”
A) The Dark Knight
B) Inception
C) Fight Club
D) The Matrix
A
Where is your diaphragm located?
Directly under your lungs.
What were the three M's that were performed by actors on wagons in town squares?
Mystery, Miracle and Morality
Who was the orphan girl?
Vittoria
Along with verbal responses, what else should the victim do to "play up" the attack in order to make it seem more realistic?
React with facial expressions (ex. hurt or angry looks)
In Stranger Things, what is the name of the Dungeons & Dragons monster the kids nickname the creature from the Upside Down in Season 1?
A) Demogorgon
B) Mind Flayer
C) Vecna
D) Beholder
A - Demogorgon
Why do we use our diaphragm?
The 3 types of vernacular dramas created different plays? Name each different type of play individually.
Based on the Bible
Based on the lives on the saints
Name the three different kinds of characters featured in Commedia dell'arte.
1. The Lovers
2. The Villains
3. The Clowns
When practicing the “Arm Lock Behind the Back” maneuver, after slightly preparing to the right, what degree does the VICTIM then sweep to the left?
a. 500 degrees
b. 180 degrees
c. 360 degrees
d. 90 degrees
B - 180 degrees
What is the dot over the letters 'i" and "j" called?
Tittle
When you go to an audition, for theater, tv series, movie, etc...what might you have to do before you do your actual auditioning bit?
Slate
What was the name of the Canterbury Tale that we watched the recap of? HINT: It asked the question "What do women want most?"
The Wife of Bath's Tale
Name ALL of the lovers featured in Commedia Dell'arte
Flavio
Isabella
Lelio
Vittoria
Tell me the points (IN ORDER) your body will make contact with when falling to the ground during a side fall:
knee, hip, wrist, elbow, shoulder, back, head.
Who created the legendary games The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros.?
Shigeru Miyamoto