test (drama)

Question 1

Felixble

Answer 1

Flexible actors use their bodies to an extent to where they can express through body language.

Question 2

Expressive and Dynamic

Answer 2

Emotions need to be clearly conveyed using large, dynamic movements or suitable gestures.

Question 3

Free of idiosyncrasies

Answer 3

Physical habits should be grounded in the character, not the actor

Question 4

Aligned for breathing

Answer 4

Proper posture opens up the body for proper breathing. Breathing control is essential to the expression of character emotions.

Question 5

Resilient

Answer 5

From stage combat to complicated dance choreography, many physical demands are placed on an actor. Actors need to sustain these physical demands throughout the entire run of the show.

Question 6

Coordinated

Answer 6

Stage combat, dance, complicated set changes, and the general blocking of a scene all require a degree of coordination.

Question 7

How does an actor stand if they are standing in a neutral position?

Answer 7

have their feet shoulder-width apart, shoulders rolled back, arms and hands hanging at their sides, and they are looking straight ahead.

Question 8

Full front

Answer 8

One of the strongest and most common of stage positions.

Question 9

Quarter Turn (1/4)

Answer 9

Fairly open positions that are strong as Full Front.

Question 10

Profile

Answer 10

Can express a wide array of emotion; anger, love, confusion, etc.

Question 11

Three-Quarter Turn (¾)

Answer 11

Generally a weak position. Audience will have a hard time seeing and hearing the actor.

Question 12

Full Back

Answer 12

A compelling position that when used appropriately can produce dramatic results. Also can show avoidance, dismissal avoidence etc.

Question 13

Stage

Answer 13

A play must have a performance space. This space should provide a stage or area where the players perform.

Question 14

Proscenium Stage

Answer 14

The most common stage . A proscenium stage is usually a raised picture-frame stage, or box stage.

Question 15

Grand drape

Answer 15

A grande drape or cur-tain, hangs across the imaginary proscenium line , and can be opened to reveal the picture, or scene, to the audience.

Question 16

Wings

Answer 16

Entrances onto the stage are made by the actors from offstage spaces to the right and left of the acting area called wings.

Question 17

Apron

Answer 17

Often in front of the grand drape is a portion of the stage extending past the proscenium arch toward the audience.

Question 18

Arena stage

Answer 18

The is a stage constructed so that the audience can sit on all sides of the production.

Question 19

Thrust stage

Answer 19

Another type of stage extends, or projects, into the seating area of the audience.

Question 20

house

Answer 20

The area where the audience sits.

Question 21

Acting areas

Answer 21

The proscenium stage floor is divided into imaginary blocks called acting areas, in which the director can move people or place furni- ture and scenery.

Question 22

Blocking

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Planning the movement for the play is called blocking. Dividing the stage helps the director to block the play and provides a guide, or road map, for the actors and technicians.

Question 23

Focal Point

Answer 23

The tableaux must have a clear focus. The audience’s eyes should be drawn to the most important detail in the show.

Question 24

Spatial relationship

Answer 24

The distance between actors, the space between two people can establish their relationship.

Question 25

Facial Expression

Answer 25

Since a tableau has its limitations and so it’s important to use facial expressions to convey emotions and meaning to the audience.

Question 26

Dynamic Energy

Answer 26

Like facial expressions, physical gestures and postures should also be exaggerated for the purpose of clarity

Question 27

Physical Control

Answer 27

It’s ideal for the actors to stay still. This includes the focus of the actor’s eyes.

Question 28

Cheating out

Answer 28

Actors angle so their bodies are facing the audience.

Question 29

Levels

Answer 29

Different physical levels provide an idea of the relationship between actors.

Question 30

Depth Awareness

Answer 30

Avoid standing in a straight line. Placing an actor closer to the audience can help make that actor a focal point.

Question 31

An imaginary wall between actors and audience is called:

Answer 31

fourth wall

Question 32

to walk or move across the stage:

Answer 32

cross

Question 33

a line, momen of action, light or sound that initiates another line, moment of action, light or sound:

Answer 33

cue

Question 34

Where should most action occur on stage?

Answer 34

The most action should occur downstage or center stage.

Question 35

Why should you use your upstage hand when making a gesture on stage?

Answer 35

Using your upstage hand when making a gesture on stage causes you to remain open to the audience.

Question 36

What is upstaging and how can it be avoided?

Answer 36

Upstaging is stealing the audience’s attention from the focal point. This can be avoided by not doing the following, turning their backs to the audience, standing upstage from other actors, being louder or more visible than those who should draw the audience attention.

Question 37

Lobby

Answer 37

The lobby is a room which is at the entrance used for entry to the building. Ticket counters, coat check, concessions and restrooms are all usually located in, or just off the lobby.

Question 38

Orchestra Pit

Answer 38

The orchestra pit is the area where musicians perform. Usually located in the lower area in front of the stage.

Question 39

Fly Space

Answer 39

The fly space is located above the stage, used to attach and hang flying scenery.

Question 40

Wing

Answer 40

The wing space is used for performers preparing to enter and storage of sets for scenery changes. Located offstage (away from the audience vision)

Question 41

Crossover

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A cross over is a hallway, room or catwalk located at the back of the stage. Used for performers to move from one side(wing) to the other.

Question 42

Legs

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Legs are tall narrow drapes hung on the sides of the stage.

Question 43

Proscenium Arch

Answer 43

Proscenium, in theatre, the frame or arch separating the stage from the auditorium (the seating).

Question 44

Mezzanine

Answer 44

The lowest balcony in a theater.

Question 45

Stage floors

Answer 45

The surface of the stage

Question 46

Apron

Answer 46

The apron is any parts of the stage that extends past the proscenium arch and into the audience or seating area.