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WorksheetsTech Theatre Review
Total questions: 43
Worksheet time: 22mins
What is the main role of a Producer?
Oversees the entire process, manages the budget, and works with the director in hiring.
Operates the camera and manages lighting.
Designs costumes and makeup for the cast.
Composes the music and sound effects for the film.
A Producer manages the budget.
True
False
Who does the Producer work with in hiring?
The director
The editor
The sound engineer
The costume designer
What are some responsibilities of a director in a play?
Auditions and casts the parts
Blocks and coaches the actors
Works with designers to create the 'vision' of the play
All of the above
Fill in the blank: The director works with designers to create the ______ of the play.
vision
script
music
lighting
For Musical Theatre: Who creates and teaches the dance numbers?
Choreographer
Director
Composer
Stage Manager
For Musical Theatre: Who teaches the music and coaches the singers?
Musical Director
Choreographer
Stage Manager
Lighting Designer
Fill in the blank: A Technical Director oversees technical operations including _______, sound, set design and construction.
lighting
costumes
makeup
choreography
What is the main role of a Stage Manager?
Assists the director in rehearsals, creates a 'prompt book' for all of the tech cues, and calls the show during performances.
Designs the costumes and manages the wardrobe for the cast.
Performs the lead role and memorizes all lines for the production.
Handles ticket sales and manages the audience seating.
A Stage Manager creates a 'prompt book' for all of the tech cues.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Stage Manager?
A) Assists the director in rehearsals
B) Creates a 'prompt book' for tech cues
C) Calls the show during performances
D) Acts as the lead performer on stage
Fill in the blank: A ___ creates a physical or digital model of the set, then works closely with the tech director to build it.
Set Designer
Lighting Designer
Stage Manager
Costume Designer
Who creates the visuals for lighting, special effects, spotlights, and sometimes video screens for a play?
Lighting Designer
Set Designer
Costume Designer
Sound Engineer
Who creates the sound effects, pre-show music, scene change music, and musical cues for a play?
Sound Designer
Lighting Designer
Stage Manager
Set Designer
What does a Costume Designer do?
Designs the costumes for a play, ensures they’re right for the time period, director’s vision, and practical for the actors.
Operates the lighting and sound equipment during the performance.
Writes the script and dialogue for the play.
Directs the actors and oversees the entire production.
What does a MAKE-UP/HAIR DESIGNER do?
Designs make-up and hair styles for the actors, including special effects for fantasy characters or 'injuries.'
Operates the camera and manages lighting on set.
Writes the script and dialogue for the film.
Composes the musical score for the production.
What are the responsibilities of a Props Master in a play?
Directs the actors and writes the script
Gathers & creates all props used in a play, instructs actors on their use, and keeps them organized
Designs the costumes and makeup
Operates the lighting and sound equipment
What is the name of the group of techs responsible for changing scenery, curtains, and keeping the stage/backstage clean?
The Backstage Crew
The Lighting Team
The Orchestra
The Ushers
Lightboard Operator: ______ the light-board during performances. (Fill in the blank)
works
eats
sings
jumps
Soundboard Operator: ______ the sound-board during performances. (Fill in the blank)
works
work
working
worked
What do spotlight ops operate during performances?
Spotlights or 'follow spots'
Soundboards
Lighting consoles
Stage curtains
Who do the board ops and spotlight ops take their cues from?
The stage manager
The director
The lighting designer
The sound engineer
Who oversees 'front of house' operations including seating the audience, programs, tickets, concessions, and the ushers?
House Manager
Stage Manager
Technical Director
Lighting Designer
What are ushers responsible for? Fill in the blank: Ushers are responsible for greeting and seating the audience, taking tickets, and handling any _________.
crowd issues
musical instruments
stage lighting
concessions
What is 'Tech Week'?
The week when actors memorize their lines
The series of tasks and rehearsals that lead to opening night of a play
The week after the play opens
The time when costumes are designed
Tech 'week' is usually ______ days.
4-5
2-3
6-7
8-9
What is the first step in preparing a theatre for opening, according to the image? Fill in the blank: Set pieces, props, costumes, and all tech equipment are moved into the theatre several days before ________.
opening
rehearsal
closing
auditions
What is a 'Dry Tech' in stage production?
A run-through with actors where the stage manager, ops, and crew practice the tech cues.
A run-through without actors where the stage manager, ops, and crew practice the tech cues.
A rehearsal for actors only.
A meeting for the stage manager and director only.
What is a 'Cue to Cue' in theater tech rehearsals?
A rehearsal with actors that jumps from one tech cue to the next, skipping most of the lines.
A full run-through of the play without any technical elements.
A rehearsal only for the technical crew, without actors.
A rehearsal where every line is performed without skipping.
What is included in a technical rehearsal according to Step 4: Technical Rehearsal?
A) Lights, sound, set, and props, but no make-up, hair, or costumes for the actors.
B) Only make-up and costumes for the actors.
C) Only the script reading.
D) Only the set and props, no lights or sound.
What happens during a dress rehearsal? Everyone runs the show exactly as if there was an audience. Full costumes, make-up, hair, and technical elements. No stopping. During a dress rehearsal, everyone runs the show exactly as if there was an _____.
audience
actor
director
stage
What does 'strike' mean in theater? Fill in the blank: Once a show has closed, the set is immediately ________.
disassembled
painted
moved to storage
decorated
What happens to props, costumes, and set pieces after a show has closed?
They are thrown away
They are stored
They are sold
They are left on stage
In non-professional shows, actors are expected to assist with strike.
True
False
What is the name of the room at the back of house with the sound & lighting boards and spotlights, and has a window facing the stage for viewing?
Tech Booth
Green Room
Orchestra Pit
Dressing Room
What is the term for a long metal pipe in the fly space where backdrops, curtains, and lights are hung, and can be raised and lowered to the stage?
Batten
Truss
Boom
Grid
What is the term for the large space above the stage where backdrops, cyclorama, or other scenery are stored?
Fly Space
Orchestra Pit
Green Room
Wings
What is a 'flat' in theatre set design?
A set piece that serves as a wall – usually made from plywood or canvas
A type of stage lighting used for special effects
A costume accessory worn by actors
A sound effect used to create atmosphere
Several flats put together can create an indoor 'room' for the set.
True
False
What is a backdrop in theater?
A) A type of costume
B) A large painted cloth that hangs behind actors in a play
C) A lighting device
D) A musical instrument
What is a common way of communicating the location to the audience in a play?
Using a backdrop
Playing music
Changing costumes
Using microphones
What is a large, thin curtain or wall at the back of the stage area, used for projection or lighting purposes called?
Cyclorama
Backdrop
Scrim
Proscenium
A hidden opening in the stage floor through which actors can make unique or surprising entrances and exits is called a ________.
trap door
fly system
catwalk
backdrop
