Key terminology-sound

Question 1

Diegetic

Answer 1

Sounds that are called for in the text and are part of the world of the play.

Question 2

Non-diegetic

Answer 2

Sounds that create mood/atmosphere but are not really part of the scene – this can include music.

Question 3

Incidental

Answer 3

Pre-show or post-show music to create mood/atmosphere before or after the action of the play happens.

Question 4

Things to consider with sound design

Answer 4

-Volume
-Direction
-Quality
-Layering