Theater Terminology Quizs

Costume Designer

• A person who manages the visual appearance of actors through clothing.

• A person who writes scripts for movies and plays.

• A person who directs the actors during a performance.

• A person who edits the final cut of a film.

Stage Left

• The right side from the actor’s perspective on stage.

• The left side from the audience’s perspective on stage.

• The left side from the actor’s perspective on stage.

• The center of the stage.

Producer

• The person who manages the budget and logistics of the production.

• A person who directs the artistic aspects of a film.

• An individual responsible for writing the script.

• A technician who operates the camera during filming.

Monologue

• A long speech by one actor alone.

• A dialogue between two characters.

• A brief comment made by a narrator.

• A type of musical performance.

Arena Stage

• A stage surrounded by the audience on all sides.

• A stage with the audience in front only.

• A stage that is elevated above the audience.

• A stage that is circular in shape.

Downstage

• The area closest to the audience.

• The area farthest from the audience.

• The area to the left of the stage.

• The area where the lighting is brightest.

Ensemble

• A group of actors performing together.

• A type of musical instrument.

• A solo performance by an actor.

• A stage design technique.

Thrust Stage

• A stage surrounded by the audience on three sides.

• A stage that is completely surrounded by the audience.

• A stage that is elevated above the audience.

• A stage that is only viewed from the front.

Upstage

• The area closest to the audience, towards the front of the stage.

• The area away from the audience, towards the back of the stage.

• The side of the stage where the lighting is controlled.

• The area where actors wait before going on stage.

Props Master

• The person who coordinates props during the show.

• The individual responsible for lighting design.

• The director's assistant during rehearsals.

• The stage manager overseeing the entire production.