Set Design
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Nowlin/SpongeBob
100

What is a platform?

Something that actors stand on onstage.

100

Who designs the set?

A Set Designer.

100
Are stage directions in the audience's perspective or the actor's perspective?

Actor's Perspective

100

Why are you not allowed to jump off the stage?

You'll get hurt!

100

What random object can we use to make things look like a coral reef?

Pool noodles!

200

What is a flat?

A set piece that looks like a wall onstage.

200

Who is the head of the entire production and has final say on all things regarding it?

The Director

200

What is the very front of the stage called?

The Apron.

200

What can you use to clean up paint spills on the stage?

Clorox Wipes 

200

When is the SpongeBob Musical at Nowlin?

November 5th and 6th at 6pm

300

What type of set is this?

Unit Set

300

What job "runs" the backstage and calls a cues in a show?

The Stage Manager
300

What is a wing?

The backstage right or left of the stage.

300
Name three clothing items that would NOT be allowed when using power tools.

Baggy clothing, scarves, bracelets, necklaces, dangly earrings, sandals, etc.

300

How much were our new curtains?

$15,000

400

What is a box set?

A set that looks like it's in a room or a house. 

400

Who sells tickets and keeps track of the "front of house?"

The Box Office Manager

400

Is "downstage" closer to the audience or closer to the backstage?

Closer to the audience.

400

What is spike tape and how does it keep us safe?

It helps actors know where set pieces will be or are currently.

400

What type of set is our SpongeBob set?

A Unit Set.

500

What type of set stays the same the entire time and has no scenery changes?

A One Set.

500

What is the props designer traditionally called?

The Props Master

500

What type of stage has an audience on three sides of it instead of one?

Thrust Stage.

500

If a director says "LIGHTS TURNING ON" what should you say?

Thank you Lights!

500

What is the Nowlin Auditorium seating capacity?

400 people