Sound
If sound is not emitting from a microphone, what is the most common reason it is not working?
What is the big sheet at the back of the stage where light is projected called?
The cyclorama (the cyc)
What is a quick change?
A quick change is when an actor must quickly change costumes backstage.
What should you always be wearing when operating with any power tools in the shop?
Eye protection (goggles, glasses)
What must you say when climbing the ladder to props heaven?
Up ladder and down ladder
Name two different types of microphones.
Lapel mic, hand mic, ear mic
What are gels?
They are sheets you put on a light to create color.
What material should you use to decide which actors need which costumes and how many they need?
The script
Name three types of saws we use.
Miter, circular, jig.
What does the word props stand for?
Properties
What is the purpose of a mic check?
To test the levels of an actor's voice with their element and to make sure the mic is working properly before a performance.
What is the name of the stencils that create shapes on stage?
Gobos.
How do you take measurements on an actor for their costume?
What is a flat?
A flat is is a flat piece of scenery painted for a show. It is often made out of wood.
Where do props go when backstage for a show?
On the props table in the designated section
What is a sound plot?
A list of all the sound effects and what scenes they must be played in.
What do you use to bring lights up and down, as well as control intensity?
Sliders
What is a costume plot?
This is a sheet of all the costumes each actor wears and what scenes they wear them in.
What is included in a blueprint?
Dimensions, 3 dimensional objects that must be built, and a scale.
What is set dressing?
These are props that help to decorate a set
EX) Paintings on a flat to represent a house wall
When putting an ear mic on an actor, where should the element be in relation to the actor's mouth?
The mic should be adjusted so that the element matches the corner of an actor's mouth when they are speaking
What is the most important step of hanging a light?
ATTACH THE SAFETY CABLE
When designing a costume, what must you consider about the effect of lighting on stage?
Name five things you must do when cleaning up the shop.
Sweep sawdust, unplug all power tools, set the drills to neutral, pick up any nails or screws, clean up any left over materials, put tools back where you found them, wash paintbrushes, etc.
Name two different categories of props
Fantasy props, historical props, set dressing, realistic props