Live theatre analysis

What is the use of ‘three point lighting’?

• To highlight three objects

• To make a subject more 3D

• To highlight a section of the space

• To create tension

What techniques might a director use to evoke emotion? (Tick all that apply)

• Sound

• Lighting

• Symbolism

• Set

• Costume

What type of stage is this?

• The round

• Thrust

• Promenade

• Traverse

• Proscenium Arch

Which style of theatre do you prefer when watching a play? (I.e. surrealism, naturalism)

What lighting techniques are being used in this production?

• Gobos

• Gels

• Projection

• Practical lighting

• Rose wash

What techniques might a director use is they was basing their production of Stanislavski’s theories?

Name 3 theatre conventions being used in this image (I.e. proxemics, set)

What is the time of day here and how do we know?

How does breaking down the fourth wall affect the audience?

• It alienates them

• Tells them that they’re watching a performance

• makes them feel engaged

• Makes them jump