Theatre Stage Directions

What does the term "upstage" refer to in theatre?

• The area closest to the audience

• The area farthest from the audience

• The center stage area

• The left side of the stage

Which stage direction term describes when an actor faces the audience directly?

• Stage left

• Stage right

• Downstage

• Stage center

What is the purpose of stage directions in a script?

• To provide information about setting & actors' movements

• To describe the characters' emotions

• To indicate the tone of the scene

• To reveal the characters' thoughts

Which term describes when an actor turns their body away from the audience?

• Stage left

• Stage right

• Profile

• Upstage

What does stage direction refer to in theatre?

• The movement and positioning of actors on stage

• The script's dialogue & character development

• The type of lighting used in a production

• The audience's reaction to a play

Which of the following is NOT a part of stage direction?

• Blocking

• Dialogue

• Stage left

• Upstage

What is a monologue in theatre?

• A conversation between two characters

• A solo speech delivered by a character

• A musical number in a play

• A silent acting performance

Why do actors often use monologues in plays?

• To showcase their singing skills

• To engage in dialogue with other characters

• To perform physical stunts

• To communicate their inner thoughts and feelings to the audience

In a monologue, what is the actor's primary focus?

• Reacting to other characters

• Speaking directly to the audience or themselves

• Singing a song

• Performing physical actions

What is the main purpose of practicing monologues for actors?

• To memorize lines quickly

• To improve their singing skills

• To develop their ability to convey emotions and engage the audience

• To perfect their comedic timing