Baroque Theatre Quiz

When did the Baroque style begin and where did it start?

• Around 1600 in France

• Around 1650 in Italy

• Around 1700 in Germany

• Around 1750 in Spain

What are the chief characteristics of Baroque theatre?

• Minimalist stage design and open-air auditoriums

• Detailing of the proscenium stage and horseshoe-shaped auditorium

• Use of 20th century technology and digital screens

• Simple stage design and rectangular auditoriums

What types of productions were prominent in Baroque theatre?

• Comedy and tragedy

• Drama, ballet, and opera

• Musical and puppet shows

• Circus and magic shows

What new art form emerged during the Baroque period?

• Musical theatre

• Opera

• Film

• Modern dance

How was Baroque theatre received by the public?

• It was unpopular and rarely attended

• It was popular both with the public and the court

• It was only popular with the court

• It was only popular with the public

During which centuries did Baroque Theatre flourish?

• 15th & 16th

• 16th & 17th

• 17th & 18th

• 18th & 19th

What significant change occurred for women during the Baroque Theatre period?

• They were allowed to direct plays

• They were allowed to perform

• They were allowed to write scripts

• They were allowed to design costumes

What was a characteristic of theatre backdrops prior to the Baroque period?

• They were elaborate and frequently changed

• They were simple and did not change

• They were interactive and movable

• They were digital projections

What did stage directors begin to employ during the Baroque period?

• Digital projections

• Elaborate costumes

• Various scenes in their plays

• Audience participation

Which of the following is NOT a Baroque instrument?

• Violin

• Trumpet

• Flute

• Saxophone