Setting Flashcards

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What is the setting in a performance?

A

The environment in which the action of a play or performance takes place.

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What does SPACE refer to in a performance?

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The physical area where the performance occurs.

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3
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What is STAGING FORM?

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The arrangement and presentation of the performance elements.

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4
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What is the RELATIONSHIP TO AUDIENCE?

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The way the performance engages and interacts with the audience.

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What does ENVIRONMENT refer to?

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The overall atmosphere and context of the performance.

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What is LOCATION in a performance?

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The specific place where the performance is set.

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What does PERIOD indicate in a performance?

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The time frame in which the performance is set.

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What is GENRE in the context of performance?

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The category or type of the performance, such as drama, comedy, etc.

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What are TEXTUAL DEMANDS?

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The requirements and expectations set by the script or text.

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What is SET DRESSING?

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The decoration and arrangement of the set to create a specific look.

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What does SHAPE refer to in set design?

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The form and structure of the set elements.

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What is SCALE in the context of a performance?

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The size and proportion of the set and props in relation to the performance.

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What are MATERIALS in set design?

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The substances used to create the set and props.

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What does COLOUR & TEXTURE refer to?

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The visual qualities that affect the mood and perception of the performance.

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15
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What is DURABILITY in set design?

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The ability of the set and props to withstand use during performances.

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16
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What does SYMBOLISM mean in a performance?

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The use of symbols to convey deeper meanings within the performance.

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What is ATMOSPHERE in the context of a performance?

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The emotional tone and mood created by the performance elements.

18
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What are LEVELS in set design?

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The different heights and planes used in the set to create visual interest.

19
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What does IMAGERY refer to in a performance?

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The visual elements that create a vivid picture in the audience’s mind.

20
Q

What is STAGE MACHINERY?

A

The mechanical devices used to enhance the performance, such as lifts and traps.