Stage Directions
What is the area called that is hidden behind curtains from the audience?
Backstage
Name one strategy for memorization
With a partner, out loud, written, voice recording, flashcards etc.
What is the name of the person who dresses the actors?
Costume Designer
What is body language?
The physical process of communicating nonverbally through conscious or unconscious gestures and movements
If an actor is walking away from the audience, which direction are they going?
Upstage
What makes up an Act?
Scenes
Name two audience seating/stage configurations
What is projection?
The technique of speaking or singing with powerful, clear, and focused sound, without necessarily yelling
How can stage directions be visually identified in a script?
By the use of parenthesis
What is it called when only one person is speaking?
A monologue
Flies
Give 2 non verbal examples that you could express anger
The angle at which an audience member can see the stage
What is the name of the notes that actors write in the their scripts to tell them where to stand?
Blocking
Who is in charge of the area at the front of the theatre?
The front of house manager
What does open body language indicate and why is this the case?
Relaxed, safe and inviting. Not needing to protect your body.
What is the area downstage of the proscenium called?
The Apron
What is it called to be memorized and not use the script in rehearsal?
Off Book
Cyclorama
What is the name of the main character?
Protagonist