Functions of a Stage Manager Quiz

What are the primary responsibilities of a stage manager?

• Selling tickets for the production

• Designing the costumes for the actors

• Directing the actors on stage

• Coordinating all aspects of a theatrical production

Explain the importance of communication skills for a stage manager.

• Communication skills are essential for coordinating with the production team, conveying instructions, and interacting with the cast and crew.

• It's not necessary for a stage manager to convey instructions to the cast and crew

• Communication skills are not important for a stage manager

• Stage managers don't need to interact with the production team

How does a stage manager coordinate with the technical crew during a performance?

• Providing snacks to the technical crew

• Communicating cues, timing, and necessary adjustments

• Selling tickets to the audience

• Directing the actors' performances

Discuss the role of a stage manager in the rehearsal process.

• Directing the actors' performances

• Managing the box office sales

• Designing costumes and props

• Coordinating logistics, maintaining schedule, and ensuring technical elements are in place

What are the key qualities required to be an effective stage manager?

• Expertise in computer programming

• Strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, ability to remain calm under pressure, and understanding of technical aspects of theater production

• Knowledge of animal behavior

• Ability to sing and dance

Explain the significance of time management for a stage manager.

• Time management only applies to the actors, not the stage manager

• Time management allows the stage manager to keep the production on schedule and ensure that all elements of the show come together seamlessly.

• Time management has no significance for a stage manager

• Stage managers don't need to worry about keeping the production on schedule

How does a stage manager handle emergencies or unexpected situations during a performance?

• Remain calm, assess the situation, communicate with the production team and performers, and make quick decisions.

• Ignore the situation and hope it resolves itself

• Panic and run off stage

• Blame the production team for the emergency

Discuss the relationship between a stage manager and the director of a production.

• The stage manager works closely with the director to ensure the smooth running of the production.

• The stage manager has no interaction with the director

• The director is responsible for all stage management duties

• The stage manager is in charge and the director takes orders from them

Explain the process of creating a prompt book and its importance for a stage manager.

• The prompt book is only important for the director, not the stage manager

• The prompt book is a collection of recipes for the cast and crew

• The prompt book is created by compiling all the necessary information for a production, including blocking, cues, and technical notes. It is important for a stage manager as it serves as a reference guide for running the show and ensures consistency in performances.

• The prompt book is created after the show has already started

What are the key differences between the functions of a stage manager in theater and in other live performances?

• The stage manager's role is the same in all live performances

• The size and complexity of the production is smaller in theater

• The level of coordination and communication required, the size and complexity of the production, and the specific responsibilities related to the unique aspects of theater productions.

• The level of coordination required is minimal in theater