Musical Theatre Vocabulary Review

Who writes the words to songs in a musical?

• Lyricist

• Producer

• Composer

• Director

Who writes the music for songs in a musical?

• Lyricist

• Composer

• Producer

• Director

Who tells actors what to do and where to move on the stage?

• Director

• Producer

• Designer

• Stage Crew

What elements are needed in a show to make it a musical theatre piece?

• Singing

• Acting

• Dancing

• All of the above

Who is the person that organizes and runs the backstage area and the stage crew?

• Stage Manager

• Producer

• Director

• Music Director

What is an appropriate audience response to a live stage performance?

• yelling

• stomping

• applause

• whistling

Who is in charge of writing and teaching dance routines?

• Choreographer

• Director

• Actor

• Producer

What is the highest praise an audience can give a performance?

• a peace sign

• a walkout

• a standing ovation

• a round of applause

Answer explanation

Who is the person that manages the money, the people, and the show for musicals on Broadway?

• Choreographer

• Stage Manager

• Producer

• Director

What is the official name for the entire group of performers in a musical theatre production?

• The people

• The stars

• The cast

• The clowns