Theatre Basics

What is Blocking?

• The movement of an actor during a performance - walk, sit, stand, cross the stage, etc.
• The positioning of any set piece or prop on stage.
• A term used to describe anything (on or off stage) that hinders the actors movements.
• Refers to using a block to prop up a set piece.

"X" marks ____

• Upstage Right
• Center Stage
• Upstage Center
• Downstage Left

________ is the written text of a play.

• The script
• Papers
• The book
• The text

A plot structure of a play includes (in this order):  Exposition, ___________ Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action and Resolution.

• Details
• Inciting Incident
• Setting
• Spark

When does the climax most often occur in a story?

• The funniest part of the story
• The saddest part of the story
• The least exciting part of the story
• The most exciting part of the story

The playwright is the _____ of a play.

• main character
• editor
• author
• director

A monologue is....?

• Long speech by one single character
• Long speech by two or more characters
• Information that gives the where and when story took place
• Information that gives the main struggle, or conflict, in a story

What are some examples of technical elements?

• Speaking, expression, and breath control
• Vocal expression, projection, and speaking style
• Lighting, sound effects, and set building
• Projection, diction, and delivery of lines

Small, movable objects that are used by the actors during a performance:

• Sets
• Acts
• Tools
• Props

What is conflict?

• Two characters getting along.
• A struggle between two opposing forces.
• The climax in a story.
• Part of the resolution.