Theatre Production Skills

Lighting design is the process of planning and creating the lighting for a space. What is the definition of lighting design?

• The process of planning and creating the lighting for a space

• The art of painting with light

• The science of measuring light intensity

• The technique of using natural light only

Which of the following is a core skill in lighting design?

• Knowledge of different types of lighting equipment

• Ability to cook

• Understanding of musical notes

Understanding of _______ theory and its impact on mood is a core skill in lighting design.

• colour

• sound

• texture

• shape

Match the color with its meaning:

• Warmth and gentleness

• Red

• Coldness, sadness, or power

• Blue

• Jealousy, death, or decay

• Pink

• Anger, tension, envy, fear, or danger

• Green

Which color represents jealousy, death, or decay?

• Red

• Green

• Blue

• Pink

An essential skill related to health and safety in lighting design is:

• Understanding electrical safety protocols

• Knowledge of color theory

• Proficiency in 3D modeling software

• Familiarity with historical lighting designs

Fill in the blank: ________ are shutters mounted on the front of a lantern to shape and direct the light.

• Barn doors

• Gels

• Diffusers

• Reflectors

Fill in the blank: ________ is when all the lights are extinguished on stage.

• Blackout

• Spotlight

• Fadeout

• Dimmer

Fill in the blank: ________ is when one lighting cue fades into another without a blackout in between.

• Crossfade

• Blackout

• Spotlight

• Dimmer

Fill in the blank: ________ is when lighting fades out quickly.

• Fast fade

• Slow fade

• Gradual dimming

• Sudden blackout