Positions in Crew
Technical Areas Part 1
Technical Areas Part 2
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100

Who is a group of people who work behind the scenes to ensure a theatrical production runs smoothly?

The Crew

100

Who is the person responsible for interpreting the paly script, guiding the actors in their performance, and overseeing in the blocking staging, character development that brings a story to life on stage?

The Director

100

What is the physical scenery or environment on stage where actors perform?

Set

100

_________ _________ is the behind the scene work that creates the world of a theatrical production

Technical Theatre

200
Who is the person responsible for the technical aspects of a show and production that also manages the technical crews and departments?

Technical Director

200

What is the combination of music, sound effects, and other audio elements that are used to create the audience listening experience?

Sound

200

What is the process of designing and using lights too enhance a theatrical performance?

Lights

200

_____________ is a period of practice for actors, directors, and other crew members to prepare for a performance

Rehearsal

300

Who are the people who create the visual look and feel of a theatrical production? They work with the director to bring a play to life.

Designers

300

What is the area responsible for promoting a theatre production through social media posts, show posters, show shirts, Play Bills, and other marketing strategies to raise awareness about a show?

Publicity

300

What are outfits, including accessories and garments, worn by an actor in a production to help actors become their character?

Costumes

300

______ ______ is a rehearsal where the technical elements of a show are practiced, such as lighting and scene changes

Dry Tech

400

Who is the person who manages the entire technical crew during a production and responsible for backstage operations during performances?

Crew Head

400

Who facilitates communication across all creative and technical departments that also closely works with the director and technical crews during a show?

Stage Manager

400

What are the items used by the actors for stage business and characterization during a performance?

Props

400

_______ _______ is a full technical rehearsal with actors with all technical elements

Wet Tech

500

Who is responsible for making sure lighting equipment and sound equipment is working and run the light and sound cues during the show?

Board Operator

500

What is the network of ropes, pulleys, counterweights, and rigging equipment that is above the stage that allows the stage crew to raise and lower curtains, scenery, and even people? 

Fly System

500

What is responsible for enhancing or altering an actor’s appearance with cosmetics, wigs, and other materials to make them more visible to the audience?

Hair and Makeup

500

______ _____ ______ is the process of getting a stage ready for a performance and taking apart and removing the set, props, and equipment before and after a performance

Set and Strike

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