Design
What is a stage flat?
Large wooden panels (in our case, on wheels) used as a backdrop
What does "places!" mean?
Go to positions for the top of the show
Name 3 jobs in theatre besides actor.
Many answers are accepted!
How should actors behave backstage?
Quietly, respectfully, paying attention
What is a prop?
A movable object used by an actor on stage, something an actor holds
What is a set piece?
Pieces of furniture on a set moved by the backstage crew
What does "hold, please!" mean?
Freeze or stop what you're doing
Name one person who might wear a headset during a show.
Director/Stage Manager/Sound Crew/Music Director/Spotlight Operators
Name the most important rule regarding props backstage.
NO ONE should be touching, moving, playing with props that aren’t theirs. This is how props go missing/break.
What is the name of the wireless, hands-free microphone that actors use?
Lavalier mic/Body mic/Lav mic
Name the 3 elements of costume design.
Texture, Silhouette, Color
What is a scene change?
Transition from one set to another (flats/set pieces moving)
Who creates the dances for a show?
Choreographer
Who, besides actors, stay backstage?
Crew/Stage Manager/Set Crew
How are props on a prop table organized?
Taped out with labels
Name one thing to consider when designing a prop.
Usability, design, longevity (can it handle multiple uses?), time period, etc.
Where is the "house"?
The audience
Who organizes actors, props, and/or costumes backstage?
Stage Manager/Assistant Stage Manager
True or False: Actors should turn off their own mics backstage.
FALSE: Sound crew does this. Actors turning off their own microphones will shut down the signal.
What is spike tape used for?
Marking set pieces/flats for scene changes, marking where actors are on stage
I am designing a set for a new play. What should I do FIRST?
Read the script
When does mic check happen?
Before the show
Who runs mic check?
Sound crew/director/stage manager
What is a quick change?
Costume change backstage done very quickly
What is Gaff Tape for?
Taping down wires or cords