Vocabulary
WHO the play is about. It can be people OR animals
What are the CHARACTERS?
The clothing the actors wear to get into character.
What are COSTUMES?
A quarter note is worth how many beats?
One beat
The most important phrase in improv where you accept your scene partner's ideas and move the story forward.
What is "YES, AND..."?
The group of people watching the show.
What is the AUDIENCE?
The background, time and place of a story/play/show.
What is the setting?
The background of the stage that helps show the audience the location of the show.
What is the SET?
This term refers to when only one person is singing
What is a solo?
A spontaneous performance with little to no preparation
What is IMPROV?
This person is the leader of the show, telling the actors where to go, teaching them music, creating their costumes, and running the show.
Who is the DIRECTOR?
The written document with all the dialogue, stage directions, and character information for a show.
What is the SCRIPT?
This department is responsible for making sure the actors can be seen. They can also make the stage different colors!
What is LIGHTING/LIGHTING DESIGN?
What are LYRICS?
A form of theater that includes singing, dancing, and acting.
What is a MUSICAL?
The raised platform where the actors perform.
What is the STAGE?
This word refers to the words the characters say to each other.
What is DIALOGUE?
The objects used by actors onstage.
What are PROPS?
When an actor tries out for a show in front of a director.
What is an AUDITION?
Inanimate objects that can be manipulated to show a character and/or have emotion.
What are PUPPETS?
This is the process of practicing the show before performing it.
What are REHEARSALS?
What is "HOLD"?
The job title of the person that creates the sound, lights, and set for a show.
What is a DESIGNER?
The sentence at the start of an audition where the actor introduces themself and the character they are trying out for.
What is the SLATE?
This type of acting is completely silent, and the performer cannot hold any props.
What is PANTOMIME?
This is the process of learning where each actor will enter, exit, and stand during the scene.
What is BLOCKING?