Set & Props
The physical surroundings in which the action of a play occurs, including background, furniture, and other props is called...
What is a set?
A powerful stage lighting instrument which projects a bright beam of light onto a performance space - typically highlighting one specific actor is called...
What is a spotlight?
Makeup that evens out the skin tone and gives a smooth surface to build other makeup on is called...
What is foundation?
A sketch used by a costume designer to present their vision to the costume construction crew is called...
What is a costume rendering?
This position makes sure all the technical parts of the show (like sets, lights, and sound) are safe and work correctly. They help turn designs into real things on stage.
What is the Technical director
Small scale props actors hold or use during the play are called...
What are handheld props?
A thin metal disc with a pattern cut out, like a stencil, that projects a pattern onstage is called...
What is a gobo?
A base that fits snugly over the head to secure natural hair and provide a foundation for the wig is called...
What is a wig cap?
The loop of thread made by a needle when sewing is called a...
What is a stitch?
This position creates the look of the set, deciding how the stage will look for each scene.
What is the Scenic Designer?
Props used for action or dramatic effect, typically these are not considered household items, and are specially crafted for a show.
What are special use props?
A document used to keep track of who’s microphone is on per scene, as well as if any microphones are switched between actors within the time frame of the show is called...
What is a mic plot?
Man-made fiber made wigs that hold style longer but can’t be heat-styled like human hair are called...
A soft and natural fabric derived from plants that is widely used in all pieces of clothing is called...
What is cotton?
This position helps sew, build, or find the costumes that actors wear in the show.
What is Costume Construction Crew?
A large cloth or canvas, usually painted, hung at the back of the stage as part of the scenery is called...
What is a backdrop?
A piece of technical equipment used to amplify an actor or musician’s voice so that the audience can hear them loud and clear is called...
What is a microphone?
Sketches created by a makeup designer to show their vision for a makeup look are called...
What are face charts?
A strong stitch used to secure the beginning and end of a seam is called...
What is a backstitch?
This position runs the light board during the show, turning lights on and off based on the script and cues.
What is the lighting designer?
A large curtain or wall, often curved, at the back of the stage used to create a background, often lit with various colors is called...
What is a Cyclorama?
A stage light that uses a modern kind of technology called light-emitting diodes to produce bright, colorful light is called...
What is a LED?
A special glue that helps stick things like beards or prosthetics to the skin is called...
What is spirit gum?
The folded edge of fabric that’s sewn to keep it from unraveling is called the...
What is a hem?
This prominent production team member funds the entirety of the production, and makes all major calls in the production process.
What is the Producer