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WorksheetsTheatre Set Design
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Set design serves three main functions. Which of these four options does not apply to the function of set design?
It helps create mood/atmosphere
It helps with the narrative of the play
It helps the audience locate the toilets
It helps give the play context
What type of stage is depicted in the photograph?
Thrust
Proscenium
Traverse
Arena
What is an alternative name for an 'arena' stage?
Thrust
In-the-round
Proscenium
End on
What is the definition of a 'flat'?
A flat piece of material used on stage to create walls and doors and background scenery
A hidden bar above the stage that can be lowered and lifted
A platform on wheels that can be wheeled on and offstage
An entrance to the stage through an opening in the floor
What is the style of this set design?
Fantasy
Symbolism
Minimalism
Realism
What is the style of this set design?
Realism
Fantasy
Symbolism
Minimalism
What is a benefit of using 'trucks' (or 'wagons') in set design?
They are very realistic
They are cheap to purchase
They enable fast scene changes
They are really hard wearing
What type of staging is pictured in the photograph?
End on
Arena
Thrust
Traverse
What could you use to create different levels on a stage?
Rostrum
A revolve
A trapdoor
A fly bar
What is the name of the set item depicted in the image?
A trapdoor
A flat
A gauze (or scrim)
A backdrop
