Theatre Collaboration and Ensemble Review

What does it mean to collaborate in a theatrical context?

• To work independently on a project

• To work together as a team to create something, like a play or performance

• To compete against others for a role

• To critique others' performances

Which term describes the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, crucial for actors connecting with their characters?

• Sympathy

• Empathy

• Apathy

• Antipathy

What is an ensemble in the context of theatre?

• A solo performance by a lead actor

• A group of performers who work together equally to tell a story

• The technical crew behind the scenes

• The audience watching the performance

Which term refers to something that doesn’t last forever, like a live performance?

• Permanent

• Ephemeral

• Static

• Enduring

What does immediacy in a live performance refer to?

• The delay between scenes

• The feeling of being “in the moment” during a live performance

• The time taken to set up the stage

• The duration of the performance

What is the role of the set in a theatrical performance?

• To provide music for the performance

• To show where and when a story takes place

• To direct the actors

• To write the script

Which of the following is NOT considered a technical element in a performance?

• Lighting

• Sound

• Acting

• Costumes

How does empathy help actors in their performances?

• By allowing them to memorize lines faster

• By helping them connect with their characters

• By improving their physical fitness

• By making them more competitive

Why is teamwork important in a theatrical performance?

• It allows for individual recognition

• It ensures that all elements of the performance come together smoothly

• It reduces the need for rehearsals

• It increases the budget of the production

What is the primary function of an ensemble in theatre?

• To highlight a single star performer

• To work together equally to tell a story

• To manage the technical elements

• To design the costumes