Theatre Vocabulary Quiz

Hey there! Imagine you're in a theatre workshop with Elijah, Charlotte, and Priya. Suddenly, the instructor throws a curveball question: What is "Absurdism" in theatre vocabulary?

• A clear and precise pronunciation of words.

• A form of theatre in which language becomes unconventional, and in which political and social problems are examined and presented to the audience in unconventional ways.

• The process of arranging moves to be made by the actors during the play.

• A set of all black clothing traditionally worn by backstage technicians.

Imagine you're in a theatre workshop led by Aria, Maya, and Olivia. They ask, "What does 'Adaptation' refer to in theatre?" Think carefully, it's your time to shine!

• A written work that has been recast in a new form.

• A line spoken by an actor not intended for others on stage.

• A wood or metal pipe from which stage lights, drops and scenery are hung.

• The section of the stage floor which projects towards or into the auditorium.

Imagine you're in a play, and suddenly, Evelyn forgets her lines! What does "Ad-lib" mean in this theatrical emergency?

• To perform without preparation.

• Work describing new or experimental styles of an art form.

• All lights onstage go out except for low level blue lights, used for scene changes.

• Where ticket sales are handled, usually located in the lobby of a theater.

Hey there! Imagine Liam, Aiden, and Anika are planning to watch a grand play under the stars. Where do you think they're heading to?

• An oval or round structure with no roof that has tiers of seats rising from the center.

• A person, situation, or the protagonist's own inner conflict that is in opposition to the protagonist's goals.

• The clear and precise pronunciation of words.

• A set of all black clothing traditionally worn by backstage technicians.

Imagine you're directing a play with Aria, Lily, and Mason. Who or what would be the "Antagonist" causing trouble for our protagonist?

• The person who arranges the moves to be made by Aria, Lily, and Mason during the play.

• The section of the stage floor which projects towards or into the auditorium, where Aria, Lily, and Mason perform.

• A person, situation, or the protagonist's own inner conflict that is in opposition to the protagonist's goals, making things interesting for Aria, Lily, and Mason.

• A wood or metal pipe from which stage lights, drops and scenery are hung, surrounding Aria, Lily, and Mason.

Hey there, theatre enthusiasts! Benjamin, Aiden, and Michael are on a quest to uncover the mysteries of theatre terminology. Can you help them figure out what the "Apron" in a theatre is?

• A set of all black clothing traditionally worn by backstage technicians.

• The Apron is a section of the stage floor which projects towards or into the auditorium.

• A wood or metal pipe from which stage lights, drops and scenery are hung.

• The process of arranging moves to be made by the actors during the play.

Imagine you're in a theatre workshop led by Maya, and she asks, "What does 'Articulation' refer to in theatre terms?" How would you impress her with your answer?

• The clear and precise pronunciation of words.

• A line spoken by an actor not intended for others on stage.

• Work describing new or experimental styles of an art form.

• Where ticket sales are handled, usually located in the lobby of a theater.

Imagine you're in a theatre watching a play. Suddenly, Benjamin whispers a secret line, not meant for Ethan and Arjun on stage to hear. What is this known as in theatre?

• A line spoken by an actor not intended for others on stage.

• The clear and precise pronunciation of words.

• A form of theatre in which language becomes unconventional.

• A set of all black clothing traditionally worn by backstage technicians.

Imagine you're directing a play with Aria, Rohan, and Maya as your lead actors. Suddenly, Rohan asks, 'What does "At Rise" mean again?' How would you explain it to him?

• The process of arranging moves to be made by the actors during the play.

• A wood or metal pipe from which stage lights, drops and scenery are hung.

• Who and what are on the stage when the curtain opens.

• All lights onstage go out except for low level blue lights, used for scene changes.

Hey there! Mason, Benjamin, and Scarlett are putting on a play and stumbled upon the term "Avant Garde." Can you help them figure out what it means in the theatre world?

• A set of all black clothing traditionally worn by backstage technicians.

• Work describing new or experimental styles of an art form.

• The clear and precise pronunciation of words.

• The process of arranging moves to be made by the actors during the play.