Unit 1 Lesson 4: Showtime

What is the term used in opera for opening night, which translates to "in the wolf's mouth"?

• In bocca al lupo

• Prima donna

• La dolce vita

• Ciao bella

Which of the following is a key responsibility of the stage manager during the strike of a production?

• Designing costumes

• Directing the actors

• Creating a list of tasks for the strike

• Writing the script

Why might a production team be concerned about casting newcomers in a Broadway musical?

• Newcomers are less likely to generate ticket sales than stars.

• Newcomers are too difficult to find.

• No newcomers ever start on Broadway.

• Big stars never do Broadway.

What is the primary purpose of a director's opening night speech?

• To announce the next production

• To thank the audience for attending

• To speak from the heart about the group's accomplishments

• To introduce the cast members

Which type of stage is best suited for an actor to separate the curtain and step into the spotlight?

• Thrust stage

• Proscenium

• In the round

• Black box

What is the main reason for holding a meeting after each performance during the run of a show?

• To plan the next production

• To give feedback on that night's performance

• To celebrate the success of the show

• To rehearse for the next performance

What is the rehearsal called where actors must remember when their lines cue the lighting changes?

• Cue-to-cue rehearsal

• General rehearsal

• Dress rehearsal

• Technical rehearsal

Which of the following is a potential catastrophe that could occur during a production's run?

• A successful opening night

• An illness sidelining a lead actor

• A sold-out performance

• A new set design

What is the term for the process of removing set pieces and returning the performance space to its original state after a production?

• Load-in

• Strike

• Load-out

• Breakdown

Which of the following is a reason why safety is important during the strike of a production?

• To ensure the next production is successful

• To prevent injuries from heavy set pieces

• To speed up the process

• To impress the audience