Introductions
True or False: Formal introductions are the second task on the list with the read through of the play being the first.
True or False: The blocking of the script must be done in the first couple days of rehearsal
False
ATTT: What are 4 pieces of information the Rehearsal notes should include.
Answers may vary.
True or False: Rehearsal Notes should always be followed up verbally, to check that they have been understood and are going to be acted on.
True, this can avoid any typos or missed details on the Rehearsal Notes Report.
***ACCT: Why should the stage manager arrive to the rehearsal room early, especially on the first rehearsal.
***ATTT: Blocking is an acquired art that gets easier with ________ and __________
B. practice and experience
True or False: At some point the cast may stop trusting the director, shunning their company during breaks and after rehearsals.
TRUE. It is the task of the stage managers to relieve all tensions in the rehearsal space.
True or False: It's important thing to note that the lighting designer may rely on the blocking for their initial design ideas
TRUE. That is why the stage manager should be concise with those documents.
T/F: The introduction phase is a crucial period for establishing working relationships and for working out who in the company may need special attention.
TRUE. These accommodations are important to note as a stage manager from the start
C. 9 sectors
What is one of the main reasons an actor can become frustrated (under the reading segment working)?
It may also be a frustrating process, as the right emotional journey seems just out of reach. This frustration may become manifest in short temper, often directed at the most accessible person
T/F Props are to be placed in whatever space is convenient to put props back into regarding onstage and offstage props.
FALSE. Props must be set in the same position for each rehearsal.
T/F: The rehearsal period does not involve experimentation as there is a set path made at the start of rehearsal.
FALSE. The rehearsal period does involve experimentation and is crucial for unique character involvement.
T/F: When performing in the round, the stage is divided into 9 sections, including upstage, downstage, stage right and stage left.
FALSE. The section is divided into 12 sections, very much like a clock.
T/F: The SM may reveal their opinion on a difficult situation to the director only if they detect real signs of unrest or impending mutiny.
FALSE. They should never reveal any biases despite anything. Though they can warn the director if they detect real signs of unrest or impending mutiny.
***ATTT: What is the longest amount of time that a good stage manager would allow a production meeting to run for?
C. 45 minutes
***What was NOT another way, (mentioned in our presentation), that directors might want to approach the second half of the first rehearsal day?
B. Directors may work on developing cast photos.
Decipher this: HAM ⬆️ X ⬇️ \/
Hamlet stands up, crosses to upstage left, and sits down.
In the video, what two designers called the stage manager?
1. The Scenic Designer
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2. The Costume Designer
***In the video, what was the second line that the actor called?
B. The actor called for: Are you...?