Improvisation(CH.5)
This material is not needed when doing improvisation.
What is a script?
This country is the origin for Commedia Dell'Arte.
What is Italy.
The part of your mind that is below your consciousness.
What is the subconcious.
The number of areas of the stage.
What is, 9
T/F: To work in the theatre, actors have to be creative.
Answer: TRUE
This is known as the NUMBER ONE RULE when performing in an improvisational scene.
What is "Yes, and..."
This style of improvisation had a plot, and specific characters, known as a _______.
What is a scenario.
One's experience recaptured through senses.
This specific area of the stage, is often regarded as the strongest point of the stage in American theatre.
What is, Downstage Right.
This group of actors work together for a common goal.
What is an ensemble?
Two important elements of an improvisation are a plot and ______.
What is a character?
In commedia, this character can't read well (if at all), loves food, and is a bit of a prankster.
Who is Arlecchino. (Harlequin)
This word means, attentive awareness.
What is, observation.
Stages used to be constructed like this so actors could better for an audience that was on the ground floor.
What is a ramp.
Actors will often stand in this position when sharing the stage with each other.
What is a Quarter-Turn.
Not to be confused with the place actors stand on when performing, this word is used when improvisers develop material that works.
What is, 'set'. (or Set It)
These characters were older, hoarded their wealth, and were often the antagonist of a scenario.
Who are the Vecchi.
This word is defined, "interaction with someone/something over time."
What is, relationship.
This stage is the most common in theater.
What is a proscenium.
Ensemble acting requires _______.
What is interplay?
When improvising with others, you should know in advance your _______, _______, and _______.
What are location, character, and objective.
These characters never wore a mask, mostly because they were too pretty to have their face covered.
Who are, the lovers.
This word is defined as, "on the spur of the moment."
What is, spontaneous.
True or False: The theatre uses all of the creative arts with the exception of visual arts.
Answer: False
Actors must communicate the ILLUSION of _________.
What is 'the first time.'