WorksheetsTheater Jobs/Parts of the Stage Quiz
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 12mins
What is a common characteristic of the material used for the front curtain?
It is always transparent
It is usually a very nice, attractive material
It is made of plastic
It is always black
How does the cyclorama contribute to the visual effects in a theater production?
By allowing special lighting effects to be projected onto it
By providing sound amplification
By serving as a platform for actors
By storing costumes
What is the main function of the fly gallery?
To work the lines for flying scenery
To store costumes
To control stage lighting
To house the orchestra
Which of the following best describes the primary function of a gridiron in a theater?
To provide lighting for the stage
To support riggings for flying scenery
To amplify sound
To store costumes
What is the primary purpose of legs in stage design?
To mask (hide) the backstage
To provide lighting
To create sound effects
To support the stage structure
What is a "trap" in the context of a stage?
Opening in the stage floor
A type of stage lighting
A sound effect used in plays
A costume change area
What is the primary purpose of a trap in stage design?
To create openings in the stage floor for special effects
To provide background music
To control stage lighting
To store costumes
What is the Apron?
Section of the stage in front of the act curtain.
To make the stage completely dark.
White curtain hanging at the back of the stage on which lights are focused.
At the end of a show when all the actors reappear, bow, and receive applause.
What is a Batten ?
A pipe hanging above the stage from which scenery of lights are hung.
System of lines and weights which allows crew to easily raise the battens.
The time you are expected to be present for rehearsal or performance.
To make the stage completely dark.
What is a Border?
The main or front curtain.
White curtain hanging at the back of the stage on which lights are focused.
Long, horizontal curtains hanging above the stage.
Large piece of cloth hung at the back of the stage on which scenery is painted.
Who chooses the play, obtains a theatre space and finances the show?
Director
Business Manager
Producer
Technical Director
Who creates the artistic Vision for the show, casts the actors and directs rehearsals?
Director
Stage Manager
Producer
Lighting Designer
Who is in charge of all cast lists and rehearsal schedules? They also create the prompt Book and call the show.
Director
Stage Manager
Producer
Costume Designer
This person works with the director to design a lighting plot for the show.
Props Manager
Set Designer
Lighting Designer
Sound Designer
This person works with the director, and their vision, to build, buy, borrow or rent costumes for the production.
Lighting Designer
Costume Designer
Sound Designer
Props Designer
This person supervises the technical design team and reports directly to the director.
Stage Manager
Lighting Designer
Producer
Technical Director
This person works with the director to create all the items held by the actors on stage.
Set Designer
Stage Manager
Technical Director
Props Manager
This person designs, builds, paints and decorates the set for a production.
Stage Manager
Props Manager
Set Designer
Technical Director
This person supervises ushers, hands out programs, opens the house doors and communicates with the stage manager during show.
Technical Director
Business Manager
House Manager
Producer
Choose the correct job for the following description: Manages all ticket sales.
General Manager
Company Manager
Marketing Director
Box Office Manager
House Manager
Who works with the director to design the sound plan for a show?
Stage Manager
Sound Designer
Light Director
Producer
The sound designer is responsible for
Microphones
Sound Effects
Pre-Show Music
All of the Above
