Term 1
A written program that includes the names of the performers and any additional information about the production.
Playbill
A type of repertory theater which produces its shows during the summer season.
Summer Stock
Slang for being “caught up” completely with being in the theatre.
Stage Struck
At the end of a performance, when the audience stands and claps, a higher form of praise than normal applause.
Standing Ovation
Theatre phrase used to wish someone “good luck”
Break A Leg!
Seating on main floor of the auditorium OR people who play music in the theatre.
Orchestra
Seating area above the orchestra or main floor area of the auditorium.
Mezzanine
Seating area above the mezzanine.
Balcony
A light left on the stage overnight and/or when the stage is not in use, for safety.
Ghost Light
Person who assists the audience member to the reserved seat.
Usher
Story acted out on stage with talking, singing and dancing.
Generic term for theatre in NYC
Broadway
The art of planning and composing a dance.
Choreography
Ability to transform ideas into action.
Movement
Matching lip movements with prerecorded songs or spoken vocals.
Lip Sync
Capturing on film a series of moving images.
Filming
Preparing for publication by correcting, condensing or modifying.
Editing
Process of producing and releasing a material to the public.
Publishing
Type of shot that features something other than the subject.
Cut Away
Type of shot that features the interviewer listening and reacting to the subject.
Noddy Shot
Graphic organizer used to draw or write sequence of shots for a video or film.
Storyboard
Still image in a video production or animation, one of many which compose a complete moving picture.
Frame
Shows the subject from their head to their shoulders.
Close Up
Shows the subject from their head to their waist.
Medium Shot
Shows the subject from their head to their feet.
Wide Shot