Script Analysis 101

Which of the following could be categorized as a thick question?

• Who are the main characters?
• What does the raining elevator symbolize?
• How many stones are there?

Who uses script analyses?

• Actors
• Directors
• Designers
• All of the above

What is a script analysis?

• An analysis that includes symbolism and the meaning of the play
• An analysis that includes all technical aspects
• An analysis that talks about a single character's motivation

Which of the following is not part of the script analysis?

• Characters
• Plot
• Costumes
• Significance

How long should it take you to do a script analysis?

• A short time
• A long time

Your script analysis should be about one character and their motivations throughout the show

• True
• False

Who should do a script analysis?

• Actors
• Directors
• Designers
• All of the above

What kind of analysis talks about all technical aspects of a show, like lights, sound, scenic, and costume requirements?

• Script analysis
• Character analysis
• Technical analysis

What type of questions should you be answering in a script analysis?

• Thick
• Thin
• Both

Which types of questions deal with the facts of the play?

• Thick
• Thin