Week 5.1
Usually an 8x10 black and white glossy of an actor.
Headshot
Degree of memorized script.
On/Off Book
When an actor listens to the audiences laughter to know when to start speaking again.
Laugh Curve
Theater phrase used to wish someone good luck.
Break a leg
In charge of construction and care of props
Prop Chief
A short account of an actor career.
Resume'
Marking with tape to show the specific spots for set pieces and furniture or special spots for actors.
Spiking
To eliminate lines from a script or an order to stop.
Cut.
Signal to say or do something
Cue
All members of the support or backstage areas
Tech Crew
When a director has an actor perform a line from a script in a very specific way.
Line Reading
Practicing for a performance. Different types; Read through, blocking, polishing, tech, dress.
Rehearsals
To analyze a piece of literature and perform it out loud.
Interpret.
When an actor has the ability to say or do something at the best moment for the most effect.
Timing
In charge and care of costumes during a show.
Wardrobe Mistress/Master
The roles an actor has played OR the type of characters they can play.
Repertoir
An actor who studies the lines and blocking of a role and is able to take over for the original cast member.
Understudy
To move so that you are no longer the focal point of a scene.
Taking yourself out of a scene.
Performance, song or dance in a show that is so outstanding that it causes a momentary stop in the show while the audience applauds.
Show Stopper
In charge of theater building and its staff.
House Manager
Basic type characters that an actor can play.
Stock Characters
Assign an actor to play two roles; when a role is played by two different actors at separate performances.
Double Cast
To 'tear down' or remove items from the stage and store them for future use.
Strike
Theater phrase referring to the practice of performing the show no matter what has happened.
The Show Must Go On
Chart for lighting or sound that shows all the changes that will occur during a productin.
Cue Sheet