Musical Theater Flashcards
a form of theatrical performannce
musical theater
demonstrates racial tensions in post-war United States, in which two lovers are caught between the power struggles of gangs
West Side Storyy
follows the story of ex-convict Jean Valjean whose life changed when a priest shows him kindness after he steals bread
Les Miserables
music and lyrics of sung dialogue including the musical arrangement; spoken dialogue
libretto
gestures, body language, and facial expressions of actors; includes choreography of dance numbers and stylized movements
performance
constructed sets, props, and costume and makeup of actors
set design
choosing the appropriate direction, color, and quality of light
lighting design
designing the sound environment of the musical
sound design
putting it all together in the scene; blocking human and non-animate figures in the stage
directing
PETA
Philippine Educational Theater Association
creates original musicals for the stage
PETA