Introduction to Theater Chapter 8, 9, and West Side Story Test (2) Flashcards
A tryout for a position in a play
Audition
Another form of musical theater, usually consists of a loosely connected series of sometimes lavish production numbers with virtually no plot
Musical Revue
Light parodies, are farcical and poke fun at a style of musical film
Spoof
What information should be included in a budget?
- it must be set before proceeding further
- The director must estimate the probable size of the audience and take into account sets and props that can be obtained without expense.
Identify and describe explain some key performance principles for musicals.
stress the first beat if each measure, make the words intelligible, sing “through the eyes”, play out to the audience, keep the scene focused, be alive in character, play in a state of action, and enjoy yourself - and look it!
A proud, strong, handsome Puerto Rican man. Bernardo seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for he and his friends. Maria’s brother and Anita’s boyfriend. Leader of the Sharks.
Bernardo
Why should curtain calls be rehearsed?
Curtain calls should be rehearsed because it is the appearance of a play’s cast in response to the audiences applause. It is the last impression that an audience has of a play of its curtain call.
includes lighter music and the singer/actor speaks lines rather than sings them. Are usually built on light plots that serve only to connect one song to another
Operetta
The person who handles the advertising and promotion of a play in the press, on the radio, and in other media
Publicity Manager
The music played to cover the sound of scenery changes - if it becomes apparent that a shift cannot be completely quickly
Change Music
Throws light on the performer from above and slightly upstage
Backlighting
A form of musical theater characterized by an increased emphasis on real people in real situations
Musical Play
A spritely, quick-tempered leader of the Jets. He seeks to eliminate the Sharks and establish his own gang’s dominance. Tony’s best friend, he is eventually murdered by Bernardo.
Riff
The person who is in charge of acquiring the props, storing them, arranging them on the set, preparing the prop table, and giving the actors the props they needed
Properties Chief
The person who is completely in charge backstage during rehearsals and performances
Stage Manager
What questions should be addresses when selecting a musical for production?
Are the production costs within our budget limits? Do we have the staff to direct this show? Do we have the acting, scenery, musical, and lighting capabilities this shows requires? Do we have the time required to prepare this show? Will this musical play please the performers and the audience? Is this musical play suitable for high school production?
The local beat cop. He has no patience for the gangs conflict and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. A little dorky, he is regularly mocked by the local gangs.
Officer Krupke
Feisty and assertive Puerto Rican. She dispenses “older sister” advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs. Bernardo’s girlfriend and Maria’s friend.
Anita
The person responsible for distribution of programs, seating of the audience, and training of the ushers
House Manager
Shows all the fly lines and what is on each
Hanging Plot
shows the wing areas and how the scenic units are to be stored during the show
Storage Plot
The person responsible for the financial arrangements of a production
Business Manager
A local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Blunt, brash, racist, and unapologetic.
Detective Schrank
An uninterrupted rehearsal with the costumes and props; the final rehearsal before the first performance
Dress Rehearsal
Also may also be played on the apron of the stage in front of the act curtain
Crossover
Why is the promptbook “the backbone of a production”?
The promptbook is called the backbone of a production because it is necessary in order to make a play. This book contains the director’s plan and eventually the telephone numbers and addresses of everyone involved in the production.
The final rehearsal at which all parts of the play are brought together so that flaws can be worked out
Polishing Rehearsal
Serves as a liaison between the director and the cast and crew; sometimes they take charge of rehearsals at the request of the director
Assistant Director
one of the oldest forms of musical theater. The voice and the orchestra are the only media performance, _________ is “total music”
Opera
A romantic young man and former leader of the Jets, he has found a new lifestyle now that doesn’t involve gangs. Tony finds himself violently torn between his friendships and love. Falls in love with Maria and meets an unfortunate death. Genuinely sweet and sincere.
Tony
A script marked with directions and cues for use by the prompter
Promptbook
A person who can envision the end product and be actively involved with the production as it takes place
Producer
A rehearsal at which the play is read by the director or by members of the cast
Reading Rehearsal
A hopeless romantic and innocent Puerto Rican young girl. She falls in love with Tony and finds herself at the center of the violent conflict between the two gangs. Bernardo’s younger sister.
Maria
Writes notes from the director in the promptbook during rehearsals, including information on interpretation, movement, and positions. He can also clarify any questions concerning stage groupings, crosses, and changes
Prompter
Oversee the design of costumes and lighting instead of the scenic designer. Executes the designs of the scenic designer
Technical Director
Is responsible for creating a team that will work cooperatively toward a common goal
Director
A Small group of musicians/instrumentalists
Combo
Difficult to produce successfully, especially in musical form. Critics criticized certain aspects of human behavior or society
Satire
Settings, costumes, makeup, and lightning are the responsibilities of this person
Scenic Designer
What unique staging problems do musicals present?
some scenes must be played in front of a curtain or a drop, scenery painted on a piece of fabric that can be dropped like a curtain, on an eight- to ten-foot segment on stage while scenery is being changed. Another difficult in directing a musical play is teaching the performers to project over the underscore. Actors sometimes feel overwhelmed by the orchestra.
Rehearsal at which lighting, scenery, and props are used so that changes go smoothly
Technical Rehearsal
A rehearsal at which interpretation of the play is devolved and words and actions are put together
Working Rehearsal
A stagehand who moves scenery
Grip
An angry and, at times, naive Puerto Rican Shark who turns murderous and vengeful. Suitor to Maria and friend of Bernardo’s.
Chino
Are separates or interchangeables
Coordinates
The adult owner of the store where the Jets hang out. He tries to guide the Jets youthful angst and provides a safe haven for Tony. Old fashioned and wise in his ways.
Doc
are built around a single theatrical idea
Concept Musical
Combines music and humor. It differs from comic opera in that the characters are more believable and the dialogue is clever
Musical Comedy
What is the purpose of a master production schedule?
The director must estimate the probable size of the audience and take into account sets and props that can be obtained without expense. Because scheduling is crucial for a smooth production, the director should set up a master production schedule
An offshoot of the straight operetta is the humorous and satirical is called __________
Comic Opera
A rehearsal at which the movement and groupings on the stage are practiced
Blocking Rehearsal
are garments such as vests, scarves, belts, and skirts that are made double-faced so that reversing one or more of these articles of clothing creates the illusion of a different costume
Reversibles
What information should be included in a résumé?
- an eight-by-ten-inch black and white headshot photograph of you as you appear offstage
- all the important information a casting director wants to know: name, address, phone number, type of voice (if you sing), vital statistics, experience, education, and professional training, and special skills.
Why is staffing more difficult for a musical play than for a straight play?
Because a musical play usually needs a vocal director, an instrumental director, and a choreographer in addition to a play director, a costumer, a business manager, a technical director, and a publicity director. The play director, however, is in charge of the entire production.
