A copy of the script with details about each actors blocking as well as the location, timing, and action of all set, props, light, and sound cues.
What is the prompt book.
100
A thin metal template inserted into a ERS light to create a shadowed pattern of light.
What is a gobo.
100
The flat extension of the stage floor that projects from the proscenium arch towards the audience.
What is the apron.
100
This is a flat surfaced woven cotton fabric
What is muslin.
100
These are the different types of stages in theatre.
What is proscenium, thrust, alley, black box, round (arena).
200
These are the Equity rules for rehearsal breaks
What is 5 minutes every 55 minutes and 10 minutes every 80 minutes
200
An electronic device used to boost the voltage, current or power of a signal; normally used to increase the power to the level needed by the next piece of equipment in the circuit.
What is amplifier.
200
Stationary power saw with a narrow continuous loop blade that passes through a table that supports the work; used for making curvilinear cuts.
What is Band Saw.
200
This is a change in costumes that take backstage or onstage; usually occurs in less than 30 seconds
What is a quick change.
200
A directive for action, for example a change in the lighting or sound.
What is a cue.
300
These are the basic tools needed to tape out the stage.
What is tape measure(s), chalk line, ground plan, scale ruler, spike tape.
and lots of patience.
300
The process of directing light from the lighting instrument to a specific area on stage
What is focus.
300
These are the 3 parts of a stair/stair unit.
What is the carriage, tread, and riser.
300
costume crew personnel who assist actors in putting on their costumes.
What is a dresser.
300
Taking down and/or destruction of all set, props, lights, costumes etc. following the conclusion of the plays production run.
What is strike.
400
The meeting wherein the stage manager meets with the light, sounds and projections designers to discuss placement of cues.
What is paper tech.
400
The total auditory experience of the performance including music, effects, and vocal reinforcement; the sound environment.
What is a soundscape.
400
Person responsible for supervising the construction, mounting, rigging, and shifting of the scenery and properties.
What is the technical director.
400
One who constructs and styles hats.
What is a milliner.
400
A conference of appropriate production personnel to share information.
What is the production meeting.
500
The rehearsal wherein the actors sing through the musical numbers in a show with the orchestra for the first time before tech rehearsal.
What is a sitzprobe.
500
An electronic device that selectively boosts or attenuates specific frequencies or ranges of frequencies.
What is an equalizer.
500
A drop made from translucent or transparent material.
What is a scrim.
500
The upper part of a women's dress
What is bodice.
500
A drawing usually in scale of an object that shows what it would look like if cut straight through at a given plane.