Lighting
What is lighting design?
The use of light to illuminate the form and create the mood.
What is sound?
Waves that travel through a medium and create vibrations.
What is a costume rack?
A rack that is used to hold costumes.
What is a prop?
Objects used by actors on stage to support the storytelling.
Should you ever distract a person using a power tool?
No
What are the five controllable qualities of light?
Time, Direction, Color, Intensity, Beam
What is a sound absorber?
A material that absorbs most sound when hit.
What is the first thing a costume designer does?
Analyze the script to get an idea of what the costumes should be like.
What are the different kinds of props?
Hand Props, Set Props, Costume Props, and Decorative Props
Which direction do you carry sharp points on tools?
Facing the floor
What is an LED light?
A light that does not produce heat and can make any color possible at will.
What is the unit of volume?
Decibel (dB)
What is a costume rendering?
A drawing with accurate proportions and colors and designs entailing how to design a costume.
What is a prop list?
A list containing detailed information about every prop and when and where it is used as well as by who.
When can you block an exit?
Never
What is a GOBO?
A filter put on top of a light to project a pattern. (Goes Before Optics)
What is the unit of microphone sensitivity?
Gain
What parts might be measured during fitting?
Chest, hips, torso, waist, arms, legs, or shoulders, etc.
How do prop designers get props?
Purchasing, Renting, Borrowing
What is eye protection and ear protection for?
To prevent dust and particles from damaging your eyes and not causing hearing damage.
What is the light that uses an Ellipsoidal Reflector and is the most used light in stages?
The ETC Source Four
What cable connects to microphones and line levels?
XLR Cables
What is draping?
A process of hanging fabrics and costumes on mannequins to ensure they are properly sewed and put together for the actor.
What are different parts of prop organization?
Labeling and cataloging, keeping props on backstage tables, rehearsals, and / or ensuring they are in good quality and not worn.
How do you pick up a heavy object?
Bend your knees and lift your legs, ask for help if you think can't do it yourself before you try.