Elements of the Musical

What is the main idea or theme of the musical South Pacific?

• To convey feelings, ideas, and images through their sounds, accents, rhymes, and form
• To celebrate the positive aspects of a dramatic situation
• Love has no age, class, or race barriers
• To establish character through choice of language, use of grammar, and construction

What are different instrumental and vocal numbers used in musical theatre?

• Monologues, dialogues, and trios
• Overtures, solos, and duets
• Raps, beatboxing, and acapella
• Symphonies, concertos, and sonatas

What is the purpose of a musical scene in musical theatre?

• To provide the framework for the musical numbers, dances, and design
• To establish character through choice of language, use of grammar, and construction
• To accompany a complete dramatic scene with various characters
• To convey feelings, ideas, and images through their sounds, accents, rhymes, and form

What is the role of dance in musical theatre?

• To establish character through choice of language, use of grammar, and construction
• To celebrate the positive aspects of a dramatic situation
• To convey feelings, ideas, and images through their sounds, accents, rhymes, and form
• To provide the framework for the musical numbers, dances, and design

What are the elements of a good musical book?

• Costume design, makeup, and props
• Melody, harmony, and rhythm
• Character development, plot structure, and conflict resolution
• Choreography, set design, and lighting

What is the purpose of underscoring in musical theatre?

• To heighten the emotional impact of spoken dialogue
• To introduce characters and relationships
• To entertain the audience during intermission
• To showcase the talents of the orchestra

What is an overture in musical theatre?

• A comic song with rapidly delivered lyrics
• A song that introduces the characters and relationships
• A vocal trio, quartet, or quintet reacting to a dramatic situation
• A medley of song themes played by the orchestra before the show starts

What is a reprise in musical theatre?

• A sort repetition of a song, often with new lyrics
• A comic song with rapidly delivered lyrics
• A medley of song themes played by the orchestra before the show starts
• A vocal trio, quartet, or quintet reacting to a dramatic situation

What is a show stopper in musical theatre?

• A medley of song themes played by the orchestra before the show starts
• A musical number that causes an enthusiastic response from the audience and 'stops the show'
• A vocal trio, quartet, or quintet reacting to a dramatic situation
• A comic song with rapidly delivered lyrics

What is a throw-away song in musical theatre?

• A medley of song themes played by the orchestra before the show starts
• A song that serves no dramatic purpose and is included to hide a scene or costume change
• A vocal trio, quartet, or quintet reacting to a dramatic situation
• A comic song with rapidly delivered lyrics