Unit 05 L03: Elements Of Theater Flashcards
Teatre comes from the Greek word “_” which means _.
teatron; a place for seeing
the most widely- used type of stage in the west
Proscenium/picture frame stage
It was developed in the 1960’s in the US for inexpensive experimental work
Black box
Types of theater stage
Proscenium/picture frame stage
Arena stage/ theater in-the-round
Thrust or open stage
Amphitheater
Black box
It contains the story to be performed–the plot, setting, character, theme and dialogue.
Script
He collaborates with the playwright, actors, designers and technicians to stage a play based on his/her interpretation of the script.
Director
Choreographer choreographs or blocks the movements. True or false?
False; director
It is the fundamental art of theatre.
Acting
Actors must posses _. (general term)
Versatility
2 Mediums of an Actor
Body & voice
When did actors achieved a respected social status in England?
19th century
He received the first knighthood given to an actor.
Henry Irving
When did women began appearing on the French and English stage?
17th century
most obvious visual element in theater production
Set
It makes the most continuous impact.
Costume
Costumes do not add to the visual impact. True or False?
False; costumes have major visual impact
Properties are also called _.
Props
Type of make-up that alters the actor’s appearance.
Fantasy make-up
Enumerate the kinds of make-up
Straight make-up
Character make-up
Fantasy make-up
Importance of lighting in theater
Provide necessary visibility.
Help establish mood.
Focus attention.
Heighten realism.
It coordinates all the diverse activities in theater productions, from directing to sound.
Stage management
Enumerate the elements of theater.
Script
Directing
Acting
Performers
Set
Costume
Properties
Make-up
Sound
Lighting
Stage management
