Theatre Set Design

Set design serves three main functions. Which of these four options does not apply to the function of set design?

• It helps create mood/atmosphere

• It helps with the narrative of the play

• It helps the audience locate the toilets

• It helps give the play context

What type of stage is depicted in the photograph?

• Thrust

• Proscenium

• Traverse

• Arena

What is an alternative name for an 'arena' stage?

• Thrust

• In-the-round

• Proscenium

• End on

What is the definition of a 'flat'?

• A flat piece of material used on stage to create walls and doors and background scenery

• A hidden bar above the stage that can be lowered and lifted

• A platform on wheels that can be wheeled on and offstage

• An entrance to the stage through an opening in the floor

What is the style of this set design?

• Fantasy

• Symbolism

• Minimalism

• Realism

What is the style of this set design?

• Realism

• Fantasy

• Symbolism

• Minimalism

What is a benefit of using 'trucks' (or 'wagons') in set design?

• They are very realistic

• They are cheap to purchase

• They enable fast scene changes

• They are really hard wearing

What type of staging is pictured in the photograph?

• End on

• Arena

• Thrust

• Traverse

What could you use to create different levels on a stage?

• Rostrum

• A revolve

• A trapdoor

• A fly bar

What is the name of the set item depicted in the image?

• A trapdoor

• A flat

• A gauze (or scrim)

• A backdrop