Theater Musical Terms Flashcards
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Librettist
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The person who writes the dialogue
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Libretto (text or dialogue)
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The words spoken
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Lyrics
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The words sung
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Lyricist
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The person who writes the lyrics
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Composer
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The person who writes the music
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Aria
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A solo song
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Duet
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A composition for two performers
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Characters
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Whom the actors portray
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Cast
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All the characters including the main characters
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Chorus
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The supporting characters
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Script
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The book containing the complete dialogue and stage directions
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Score
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The book containing the complete notation of songs
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Overture
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The music played before the show begins
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Reprise
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A repeat of an already performed song yet has been changed
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Setting
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The locale or period in which the action takes place
