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Theater Stage Vocabulary

Total questions: 36

Worksheet time: 18mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is a Proscenium stage?

a)

A stage with seating on three sides

b)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

c)

A stage with a large archway at the front, with the audience seated on one side

d)

A stage where the audience is seated on all four sides

2.

What is a Thrust stage?

a)

A stage with a large archway at the front

b)

A stage that extends out into the audience, with seating on three sides

c)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

d)

A stage where the audience is seated on all four sides

3.

What is a Black Box Theatre?

a)

A stage with a large archway at the front

b)

A flexible space with no fixed seating or stage

c)

A stage that extends out into the audience

d)

A stage where the audience is seated on all four sides

4.

What is an Arena stage?

a)

A stage with a large archway at the front

b)

A stage that extends out into the audience

c)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

d)

A stage where the audience is seated on all four sides

5.

What is the Proscenium Arch?

a)

An arch framing the opening between the stage and the auditorium

b)

A stage that extends out into the audience

c)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

d)

A stage where the audience is seated on all four sides

6.

What is the Stage?

a)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

b)

A designated space for the performance of productions

c)

A stage that extends out into the audience

d)

A stage where the audience is seated on all four sides

7.

What is the Apron?

a)

The area behind the scenery not visible to the audience

b)

The areas just off stage left or stage right

c)

Any part of the stage that extends past the proscenium arch and into the audience

d)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

8.

What are the Wings?

a)

The area behind the scenery not visible to the audience

b)

The areas just off stage left or stage right, not seen by the audience

c)

Any part of the stage that extends past the proscenium arch

d)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

9.

What is the Backstage?

a)

The area behind the scenery not visible to the audience

b)

The areas just off stage left or stage right

c)

Any part of the stage that extends past the proscenium arch

d)

A flexible space with no fixed seating

10.

What is the Fly System used for in a theater?

a)

To control lighting

b)

To lift scenery from the stage

c)

To manage sound effects

d)

To provide seating for the audience

11.

Fill in the blank: The Orchestra Pit is the part of a theater where the orchestra plays, typically in front of the stage and on a lower level than the ________.

a)

audience

b)

stage

c)

balcony

d)

ceiling

12.

What is the purpose of the Lighting Booth in a theater?

a)

To control sound effects

b)

To manage audience seating

c)

To control lighting

d)

To lift scenery

13.

Fill in the blank: The Sound Booth is the area where ________ and microphones are controlled.

a)

sound effects

b)

lighting

c)

video

d)

stage props

14.

What does 'Downstage' refer to in theater terms?

a)

The area farthest from the audience

b)

The area closest to the audience

c)

The left side of the stage

d)

The right side of the stage

15.

Fill in the blank: 'Upstage' refers to the stage area farthest away from the audience, toward the ________.

a)

backstage wall

b)

audience

c)

orchestra pit

d)

front stage

16.

What does 'Stage left' mean from the actor's perspective?

a)

The right side of the stage

b)

The left side of the stage

c)

The center of the stage

d)

The back of the stage

17.

Fill in the blank: 'Stage right' is the right side of the stage from the actor’s perspective when facing the ________.

a)

audience

b)

backstage

c)

curtain

d)

wings

18.

What does 'Audience Etiquette' refer to?

a)

The way actors perform on stage.

b)

Behaviors and manners expected when one is part of an audience.

c)

The script of a play.

d)

The lighting and sound of a performance.

19.

What is an 'Intermission'?

a)

The beginning of a play.

b)

A recess between parts of a performance or production.

c)

The end of a performance.

d)

A type of dialogue.

20.

Define 'Mime'.

a)

An actor who communicates through movements of the body and face without speaking.

b)

A type of musical performance.

c)

A person who writes plays.

d)

A stage manager.

21.

What is 'Pantomime'?

a)

A) A type of song.

b)

B) Body movement and expression without dialogue.

c)

C) A form of writing.

d)

D) A lighting technique.

22.

What does 'Dialogue' mean?

a)

A) A type of dance.

b)

B) Conversation among characters.

c)

C) A lighting effect.

d)

D) A costume design.

23.

Define 'Body language'.

a)

How body positioning and movement reflect thoughts and feeling.

b)

A type of spoken language.

c)

A form of writing.

d)

A musical note.

24.

What does 'Improvise' mean?

a)

To write a script.

b)

To make up the dialogue and action of a scene as you go along.

c)

To design costumes.

d)

To direct a play.

25.

What is 'Collaboration'?

a)

Working with others toward a common goal.

b)

A solo performance.

c)

A type of stage design.

d)

A lighting technique.

26.

What does 'Cheating Out' mean in theater?

a)

Cheating Out is a term used in theater to describe the technique where an actor positions their body slightly towards the audience while still facing another actor. This allows the audience to see their facial expressions and body language better, enhancing the performance.

b)

Cheating Out is a technique where actors deliberately forget their lines to create a more spontaneous performance.

c)

Cheating Out refers to the practice of using hidden microphones to amplify an actor's voice on stage.

d)

Cheating Out is a method where actors use exaggerated gestures to convey emotions to the audience.

27.

What are 'Gestures' in the context of acting?

a)

Movements of the body to express an idea or meaning

b)

A type of costume used in theater

c)

A specific type of dialogue delivery

d)

A lighting technique used on stage

28.

What is 'Offstage' in theater terminology?

a)

Offstage refers to the areas of the stage that are not visible to the audience, typically used for actors to wait or prepare before entering the performance.

b)

Offstage is the main performance area visible to the audience.

c)

Offstage is the term for the lighting equipment used in a theater.

d)

Offstage refers to the script used by actors during a performance.

29.

Define 'Onstage' in the context of a theater.

a)

Onstage refers to the area of a theater where performances take place, typically visible to the audience.

b)

Onstage is the backstage area where actors prepare before coming on stage.

c)

Onstage is the term used for the audience seating area in a theater.

d)

Onstage refers to the control room where lighting and sound are managed.

30.

What does 'Upstaging' refer to in acting?

a)

Drawing attention away from another actor

b)

Improvising lines during a performance

c)

Using props to enhance a scene

d)

Changing costumes quickly between scenes

31.

What is meant by 'Stage Business'?

a)

Stage Business refers to the actions and movements performed by actors on stage that are not part of the dialogue but contribute to the storytelling and character development.

b)

Stage Business is the process of designing the set and props for a theatrical production.

c)

Stage Business involves the financial management and budgeting of a theater production.

d)

Stage Business is the coordination of lighting and sound effects during a performance.

32.

What does 'Cross' mean in theater?

a)

To move from one side of the stage to the other

b)

To perform a scene with anger

c)

To change costumes quickly

d)

To exit the stage

33.

Explain 'Counter-Cross' in acting terms.

a)

Counter-Cross is moving in the opposite direction of an actor making a cross.

b)

Counter-Cross is a technique used in acting where an actor remains stationary to emphasize their presence on stage.

c)

Counter-Cross refers to a method in acting where an actor moves to the front of the stage to deliver a monologue.

d)

Counter-Cross is a strategy in acting where an actor exits the stage to allow another actor to take the spotlight.

34.

What is a 'Profile' in theater?

a)

A side view of an actor on stage

b)

A type of stage lighting

c)

A character's backstory

d)

A theater program booklet

35.

Define 'Full back/ Full front' in the context of acting.

a)

Full back and Full front refer to the positioning of an actor on stage. Full front means the actor is facing the audience directly, while Full back means the actor is facing away from the audience.

b)

Full back and Full front are terms used to describe the lighting setup for a scene.

c)

Full back and Full front refer to the costume design of an actor, indicating whether the costume covers the back or front fully.

d)

Full back and Full front are terms used to describe the sound direction in a theater.

36.

What does 'Blocking' mean in theater?

a)

Blocking refers to the precise staging of actors in order to facilitate the performance of a play. It involves the planning and execution of movements and positions of actors on stage.

b)

Blocking is the process of designing the set and props for a theater production.

c)

Blocking is the term used for the lighting design in a theater production.

d)

Blocking refers to the sound design and effects used in a theater production.