Abigail Quiz

What was one of the earliest technological advancements in musical theatre?

• Cranes to create the illusion of flying in Ancient Greece

• 3D printing for set designs

• Sound design software

• Livestreaming performances

How has modern technology changed visual effects in musical theatre?

• It has limited the complexity of sets

• It allows for digital backdrops with moving elements like clouds and fog

• It eliminated the need for physical props

• It replaced the need for lighting entirely

What has improved the auditory experience for musical theatre audiences?

• The use of hand-held microphones

• Improved sound design packages and downloadable effects

• Removing microphones to return to traditional vocal projection

• Automating the entire sound system

Which advancement has made microphones less visible during performances?

• Hand-held microphones

• Headsets hidden in wigs or hair

• Microphones embedded in clothing

• Use of loudspeakers on the stage

What was a key feature of early forms of musical theatre, like vaudeville and operettas?

• Focus on complex storytelling

• Setting performances within nature and focusing on entertainment

• Use of rock music

• Advanced lighting and special effects

Which era of musical theatre introduced the integrated musical, where song and dance advanced the storyline?

• The Golden Age of Musical Theatre (1940s to 1960s)

• The experimentation period (1960s to 1980s)

• The early operetta era

• The contemporary period

What was significant about the musical theatre of the 1980s to 2000s?

• It focused exclusively on rock musicals

• It saw the rise of mega-musicals with elaborate sets and global appeal

• It limited the influence of technology

• It eliminated the use of sound effects

Which show reflects the contemporary shift towards addressing modern issues in musical theatre?

• Oklahoma!

• The Lion King

• Hamilton

• West Side Story

What is one potential change in the future of musical theatre according to current predictions?

• Elimination of physical theatres

• The use of hologram sets

• The return to silent performances

• Removing audience participation

What could livestreamed productions bring to the future of musical theatre?

• Increase accessibility to global audiences

• Replace live performances completely

• Decrease audience engagement

• Eliminate the need for local theatres