roles and responsibilities

Question 1

someone who writes a script for a play, including the dialogue and stage directions

Answer 1

playwright

Question 2

Runs the theatre building, including overseeing the Front of House staff (ushers) and the box office staff who sell tickets

Answer 2

theatre manager

Question 3

designs the puppets for a production, taking into account the style of puppets and how they will be operated

Answer 3

puppet designer

Question 4

designs the set of the play and the set dressing (objects placed on stage). provides sketches and other design materials before overseeing the creation of the set

Answer 4

set designer

Question 5

a person who learns a part including lines and movements, so they are able to take over a role for someone if needed when there is a planned or unexpected absence

Answer 5

understudy

Question 6

appearing in a production, for example by acting, dancing or singing. Creates a performance or assuming a role on stage in front of an audience

Answer 6

performer

Question 7

designs the sound required for the performance, which may include music and sound effects. Considers if amplification, such as the use of microphones, is needed, and creating a sound plot

Answer 7

sound designer

Question 8

designs what the actors wear on stage. Makes sure the costumes are appropriate for the style and period of the piece. Ensures the costumes fit the actors

Answer 8

costume designer

Question 9

operates the technical equipment, such as the lighting and sound boards, during the performance

Answer 9

technician

Question 10

oversees the creative aspects of the production. Developing a “concept” or central unifying idea for the production. Liaises with designers, rehearsing the actors and ensuring that all technical elements of the play are ready. Given “notes” to the actors to help improve their performances and agreeing the blocking (or movements) of the actors

Answer 10

director

Question 11

Running of the backstage elements of the play and supervising the backstage crew. Organising the rehearsal schedule and keeping lists of props and other technical needs. Creates a prompt book and calls the cues for the performance

Answer 11

stage manager

Question 12

designs the lighting states and effects that will be used in a performance. Understands the technical capabilities of the theatre and creating a lighting plot

Answer 12

lighting designer