So Dramatic!
What is "blocking" in theatre?
Physical movement of actors on stage
In what way can a stage director be "patriarchal" or "organic" in directing style?
Patriarchal: lack of collaborative approach, not as open to actor input, more rigid in blocking
Organic: more collaborative, open to actor input, more fluid in blocking
Who is the sole person "calling the show" and making judgment calls once a show is running?
Stage Manager
This important artistic team member builds the designs that the scenic designer dreams up.
Technical Director (TD)
This 10th century dramatist is acknowledged as the first female historian.
Hrosvitha of Ganderscheim
This Russian theatre practitioner is known as "the father of modern acting"
Konstantin Stanislavski (Stan the Man)
In what century did the role of the director really begin to solidify?
Late 19th century (1800s)
What does "calling the show" mean as it relates to the job of a Stage Manager?
Calling cues over a headset to other crew
These tech team leaders are in charge of individual crew categories.
Crew Heads
This collection of essays by the "father of Dramaturgy" is considered the Aristotle's Poetics of the field of Dramaturgy
Hamburg Dramaturgy
What is "the fourth wall" in acting?
The reality of the play beyond the proscenium line
What does Richard Wagner's German term "Gesamtkunstwerk" really mean?
Total Work Of Art
Commonly referred to as the "Show Bible," this document is loaded with all cues, blocking, and other relevant notes related to the show.
The Prompt Book
List the 3 original basic design areas.
Scenic
Lighting
Costumes
List the 2 types of Dramaturgy:
Production and New Work Dramaturgy
This ancient term refers to the "imitation of daily life" found in acting for the stage
Mimesis
After the final dress rehearsal, when the show officially opens.
How many times (or at what time) does the Stage Manager send out a production report?
Anytime a rehearsal or performance occurs
These tech team members make NO JUDGEMENT CALLS whatsoever.
Board Operators (Lighting and Sound)
This German philosopher is considered the "father of Dramaturgy"
Gotthold Lessing
This style of acting is considered clearly artificial and gratuitous, performing TO and FOR the audience
Presentational Acting
Why is the "Director's Vision" such a big deal?
The director has the last word. Everyone works together to fulfill the director's vision.
Who is the primary team member with whom the stage manager should have a solid working relationship?
Director
These team members are always on the go, helping with scenic transitions, prop placement, and even quick costume changes!
Run Crew
Explain WTPN
Why This Play Now? (This play, at this time, for this audience)