Basic Theater Terms

Front

The middle of the stage is called:

Back

Center Stage

Front

When acting (or writing), you should build up to the ______ of the story.

Back

climax

Front

Many historians consider primitive _______ as the beginning of theater.

Back

rituals

Front

Please ______ out so the audience can see you, said the director.

Back

cheat

Front

Please ______ from up left to down center when you say that line.

Back

cross

Answer explanation

When an actor moves from one location to another, it is often called a "cross", especially if it involves crossing a large portion of the stage. When writing down your blocking, this "cross" would look like an "X" in the script.

For example, "XDC" translates to "Cross Down Center".

Front

"Please cross from up left to down center when you say that line." This is an example of:

Back

Blocking

Front

Please move _______ so you are closer to the audience.

Back

Downstage

Front

This kind of stage has an audience on ONE SIDE.

Back

Proscenium

Front

This kind of stage has an audience on THREE SIDES:

Back

Thrust

Front

How many seats are in the ______?

Back

House