Roles In The Theatre

Question 1

Technician

Answer 1

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

Question 2

Theatre manager

Answer 2

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

Question 3

Director

Answer 3

Overseeing the creative aspects of the production. Developing a ‘concept’ or certain unifying idea for the production. Liaising with designers, rehearsing the actors and ensuring that all technical elements of the play are ready. Giving ‘notes’ to the actors to help improve their performance and agreeing the blocking (or movement) of the actors

Question 4

Puppet designer

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Lightning designer

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Costume designer

Answer 6

Designing what the actors wear on stage. Making sure costumes are appropriate for the style and the period of the piece. Ensuring the costumes fit the actors

Question 7

Sound designer

Answer 7

Designing the sound required for the performances, which may include music and sound effects. Considering amplification, such as the use of microphones, is needed, and creating a sound plot

Question 8

Set designer

Answer 8

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

Question 9

Stage manager

Answer 9

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

Question 10

Understudy

Answer 10

Learning 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

Question 11

Playwright

Answer 11

Writing the script of the play, including the dialogue and stage directions

Question 12

Performer

Answer 12

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