section a- theatre knowledge

• What must students develop knowledge of in drama?

  Drama and theatre terminology
• What are the roles of theatre practitioners in contemporary theatre?

  They have specific responsibilities
• What does stage positioning refer to?

  Placement of actors on stage
• Why is understanding drama terminology important?

  It helps in using it appropriately
• What does a playwright do?

  Writes the script of the play
• What is the role of an understudy?

  To learn a part for emergencies
• What does a set designer do?

  Designs the set and set dressing
• What are the key roles in theatre production?

  • Performer: Acts, dances, or sings
  • Sound Designer: Designs sound and effects
  • Lighting Designer: Designs lighting and effects
  • Costume Designer: Designs costumes for actors
  • Stage Manager: Manages backstage elements
• What does a sound designer do?

  Designs sound and considers amplification
• What is the responsibility of a lighting designer?

  Designs lighting and creates a lighting plot
• What does a costume designer ensure?

  Costumes fit actors and suit the piece
• What does a stage manager do?

  Runs backstage and organizes rehearsals
• What are the stages of theatre production before rehearsals?

  1. Director reads and studies the play
  2. Designers research and develop ideas
  3. Director casts performers
  4. Playwright prepares the script
• What do performers do during rehearsals?

  Learn lines and blocking
• What is the role of technicians during performances?

  Operate sound and lighting equipment
• What does the stage manager create during rehearsals?

  Rehearsal schedules and prop lists
• What does the costume designer do during performances?

  Organizes costume fittings for performers
• What does the theatre manager oversee?

  Operation of front of house and box office
• What is the role of a puppet designer?

  Designs puppets for a production
• What does a technician do?

  Operates technical equipment during performances
• What is the director's main responsibility?

  Oversees creative aspects of the production
• What is devising in theatre?

  Creating collaboratively during rehearsals
• What are the key terms related to theatre roles?

  • Covering: Learning a part not usually performed
  • Blocking: Movements of the actor
  • Interval: Break in a performance
• What is stage positioning?

  Explaining where actions occur on stage
• What is staging configuration?

  Type of stage and audience arrangement
• What is theatre in the round?

  Audience seated around all sides of stage
• What are the advantages of theatre in the round?

  Dynamic and interesting for directors and actors
• What does the term 'fourth wall' refer to?

  Imaginary wall between audience and actors
• What is a backdrop in theatre?

  Large painted cloth hung as scenery
• What does 'sightline' mean?

  View of the audience
• What is the role of a stage manager during a performance?

  Ensures smooth running of the show
• What does a stage manager do during scene changes?

  Coordinates with the crew and informs actors
• What is the purpose of a prompt book?

  To keep track of cues and blocking
• What is blocking in theatre?

  Movements of the actor on stage
• What is the significance of intervals in performances?

  Break for performers and audience
• What does a stage manager do during technical rehearsals?

  Runs technical elements and cues
• What is the role of the assistant stage manager?

  Assists the stage manager in tasks
• What is the importance of learning blocking for an understudy?

  Ensures accurate performance if needed
• What does a sound designer create for a performance?

  Plot sheets and cues for sound
• What is the role of a lighting designer during performances?

  Creates cues for lighting effects