Year 8 exam Flashcards
Give ten examples of what drama is
Acting, singing, stage presence, confidence, costumes, creative, emotions, music, special effects, scripts, improvising, dramatic, interaction, expressions
What is drama?
Drama is the acting out of real or imaginary situations.
Why is drama useful?
It is good for growing up, if you wanted to be an actor/actress, for school plays, it helps to show your expressions, makes it easier for writing stories, to build confidence, you can enjoy it?
What are the rules for drama?
- Participate fully and always try your best.
- Respect on another - no put downs!
- Listen carefully to instructions.
- Be sensible and responsible.
- Be helpful.
- Encourage one another
When reading people what can we show?
We can show our emotions and communicate with others without words using gestures, facial expressions and body language
What is a silent film?
A silent film is a film with no synchronized recorded sound especially with no spoken dialogue. In silent films for entertainment the dialogue is transmitted through muted gestures, mime and title cards.
When did the art of motion pictures grow into full maturity and how long did it last?
The art of motion pictures grew into full maturity in a period know as the ‘silent era’. This lasted from 1894 until 1929, when ‘talking pictures’ took over and silent movies swiftly fell out of favour.
What did showing of silent films almost always feature?
Live music
What was music recognised as?
Music was recognised as essential, contributing to atmosphere and giving the audience vital emotional cues.
What happened when massive theatre organs were developed?
Massive theatre organs were developed which could simulate some orchestral sounds and provide a range of special effects from galloping horse to rolling thunder.
From 1915, what did the biggest-budgeted films feature?
From 1915, the biggest-budgeted films featured original specially composed scores
What did silent film actors emphasise?
Silent film actors emphasised body language and facial expressions so that the audience could better understand what an actor was feeling and potraying on screen
When had a melodramatic acting style been popular in theatre?
A melodramatic acting style had been popular in theatre from the mid-19th century and many actors simply brought this with them as they moved into film
By the mid-1920’s what were silent films becoming?
By the mid-1920’s silent films were becoming more naturalistic as actors, directors and the audiences realised that the large image size and the intimacy the actor enjoyed with the audience meant flamboyant larger-than-life expressions weren’t necessary and that more restrained and natural performances could be more suitable.
Give some examples of emotions?
Jealousy, anger, happiness, excitement, sadness, fear, anxiety
Is it just the actors who make the Magic come to life on the stage?
No. Although the theatre depends on actors to perform the play, the actors depend on an huge team of highly skilled and talented individuals never seen on the stage during the performance.
Without the various roles being played out behind the scenes, the theatre would not exist.
Name all of the job titles of people who work in the theatre?
Director, producer(s), house manager, publicity, box office, house staff, assistant director, actors, stage manager, assistant stage manager, running crew, production manager, set designer, construction crew, decorating crew, costume coordinator, costume crew, makeup coordinator, makeup crew, props coordinator, props crew, technical director, light crew, sound crew.
What does a director do?
The director is responsible for the main vision of the production.
They must interpret the script.
They lead rehearsals and determine stage blocking.
They need to communicate their vision to the various departments
What does a producer do?
The Producer funds the production and decides on a Director.
What does the stage manager do?
The Stage Manager is responsible for the running of the stage during production.
They are required to call for the cueing of lights, sounds, sets, props, and actors during the show.
What does a set designer do?
The Set Designer works alongside the Director to create a set for the play.
They have lots of people who help to build, paint and decorate the set!
What does the costume designer do?
The Costume Designer works alongside the Director to develop costuming for the actors.
The creation of costumes requires extensive research and knowledge of the measurements of each actor.
What does the publicity coordinator do?
The Publicity Coordinator is responsible for advertising and promotion of the production.
What does the box office do?
The Box Office is responsible for the sale of tickets and the organisation of seating.
What do the front of house staff do?
The Front of House staff are responsible for the audience side of the curtain.
They are responsible for the arrival, seating, and dispersal of audience
In 1904 what happened to the grand opera house?
In 1904 the grand opera house was renamed ‘The Palace of Varieties but then changed back to its original name in 1909.
Why has the grand opera house been damaged, especially in 1991 and 1993?
By bombs, on several occasions, the building has been damaged, especially in 1991 and 1993.
What did the Grand Opera House Trust do to the running of the theatre in 1995.
The Grand Opera House Trust took over the running of the theatre in 1995.
On the 21st of October what happened to the grand opera house?
On the 21st of October 2006 the theatre reopened with a Gala event.
When was the first ever opening of the grand opera house?
The first ever opening of the grand opera house was on the 23rd of December 1895.
Who was the architect of the grand opera house?
Frank Mitcham was the architect of the building
When was the grand opera house refurbished/rebuilt?
It was refurbished/rebuilt in 2006
Where does the word drama come from and what does it mean?
The word DRAMA comes from the Ancient Greek word ‘darn’ meaning ‘to do’.
