Once Upon a Mattress
Musical Theatre Songs
Parts of the Stage
Backstage Elements of Theatre
Magruder Trivia
100

How many mattresses did Princess Winifred have to sleep on?

20

100

What type of Musical Theatre song tells us about the character singing it?

"I am" song

100

The direct middle of the stage is called

Center stage

100

The musicians who provide music for a Musical are kept in the...

Orchestra pit

100

When was Magruder first opened?

1973

200

Why couldn't the King talk?

He was under a curse

200

What type of Musical Theatre song tells us about a character's desires and dreams?

"I want" song

200

To move closer to the audience is called

Down stage

200

The sound and lights for a Musical are run by technicians in ...

The booth
200

When are the Once Upon a Mattress show dates?

March 7, 8, 14, and 15

300

What was Princess Winifred's preferred nickname?

Fred

300

What do we call a Musical Theatre song that has the majority of the cast in it?

A production or ensemble number

300

The areas off to the side of the stage are called

The wings

300

An audience member can buy tickets or refreshments here

The lobby

300

Who are the musical/choral directors for the show?

Mr. Lind & Mr. Schmidt

400

Why did other members of the kingdom want The Prince to get married?

Because no one in the kingdom could marry until the Prince was wed

400

What do we call the very first number of a Musical?

The overture

400

The area were the audience is seated is called

The house

400

This department handles all the clothing worn by actors

Costumes/Wardrobe

400

Who are the technical and administrative directors for the show?

Casha and Ms. Yu
500

According to the overture and finale, what is "exceedingly rare"?

A genuine princess

500

What do we call a Musical number that is repeated in the show?

A reprise

500

The frame around the stage is called

The proscenium arch

500

This department helps the characters look the part with foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, wigs, and even prosthetics.

Hair & Make-Up

500

Who is the director of the show?

Ms. Harper

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