Basic Theater Terms Quiz

What does the term 'ensemble' refer to in theater?

• A single lead actor

• A group of actors working together

• The audience

• The stage crew

What is a 'script' in a play?

• The stage design

• The lighting plan

• The text of the play including stage directions and dialogue

• The costumes

What is the 'auditorium' also known as?

• The set

• The backstage

• The house

• The wings

What does 'upstage' mean in theater terminology?

• Move to the right

• Move to the left

• Move away from the audience

• Move towards the audience

Why is it called 'downstage'?

• Because the actors are closer to the audience

• Because the audience is higher

• Because the stage is slanted

• Because the stage is lower in the front

What is a 'proscenium' stage?

• A stage with audience on all sides

• A stage with a square opening dividing the stage from the audience

• A stage with audience on three sides

• A stage without any audience

Which type of stage has the audience on three sides?

• Black box stage

• Arena stage

• Thrust stage

• Proscenium stage

What does 'cheating out' mean in theater?

• Exiting the stage

• Moving to the back of the stage

• Ignoring the audience

• Turning slightly so the audience can see your face

What does 'full front' mean?

• Moving to the left of the stage

• Facing completely away from the audience

• Facing completely towards the audience

• Standing sideways to the audience

What is a 'counter cross'?

• Exiting the stage

• Standing still on stage

• Moving in the opposite direction of another actor

• Moving in the same direction as another actor