ON STAGE
This title of a stage performer, originally male, is given to performers in a play
Actor
The American Musical "Hamilton" follows the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. Who was its writer?
Lin-Manuel Miranda
To be, or not to be, that is the question:
Hamlet
A person is never supposed to wish an actor “good luck,” but instead they are supposed to say this phrase.
Break a Leg
What is Shakespeare's first name?
William
This area of the stage deck is hidden from the audience's view, either by drapes or set pieces
Backstage
This is the longest-running Broadway show officially opening in the year 1988
The Phantom of the Opera
But, soft, what light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun.
Romeo
Showing your appreciation for the favorite actors is a welcome gesture, but what item should never be given to one before a show.
Flowers
How many plays is it believed that Shakespeare wrote?
37
the area above the house where lighting instruments are hung
catwalks
The Book of Mormon is a satirical examination of the beliefs and practices of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What is the first word sang in its opening number?
Hello
Some Cupid kills with arrows, some with traps.
Hero
It is considered bad luck to say the name of Shakespeare’s “Scottish play” inside of a theatre.
Macbeth
The last play Shakespeare wrote
The Tempest
A term for when all of the stage lights are turned out at one time
Blackout
This musical is the highest-grossing Broadway show bringing in an average of $2 million a week
The Lion King
Cowards die many times before their deaths; The valiant never taste of death but once.
Julius Caesar
Bringing this item on stage will supposedly bring misfortune or injury to anyone who takes it on stage
Peacock feather
Shakespeare seemed to be fond of one particular kind of death – suicide. How many times does suicide occur in his known plays?
13
This light is typically left on when a theatre is unoccupied
Ghost Light (Night Light)
This musical published in 1978 was written, composed, choreographed, and directed by one Woman
All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players;
Jaques
This old wives’ tale is considered a good omen for a successful opening night.
A bad dress rehearsal means the show will be a hit.
What his wife's name?
Anne Hathaway