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Theater vocabulary
Page 171-182
1. director-person in charge of the artistic production of a play.
2. copyright- the registration of ownership of a literary or musical work
3. royalty- a fee required to produce a play or musical
4. floor plan- a drawing of the stage setting as seen from above (bird’s
eye view)
5. promptbook- usually a loose-leaf notebook containing the script
marked with all sage movement, entrances and exits, technical cues,
and special instructions for the production. The stage manager is
usually in charge of the promptbook.
6. casting- matching up characters and actors
7. auditions- actors try out for the parts that they want.
8. callbacks- additional opportunities for the actor to audition.
9. understudy- a person who learns a part in order to substitute in a
performance should the original actor not be able to appear in the
show.
10.rehearsals- production sessions in which the actors and technicians
prepare by repetition.
11.Reading rehearsals- rehearsals for the purpose of reading and
analyzing the script as well as discussing and understanding
characterization. They can be referred to as read throughs.
12.Blocking rehearsals- rehearsals for planning stage movement and
groupings.
13.line check- a test run of the show’s dialogue to ensure that all lines
have been memorized; also called a line rehearsal.
14.run-throughs- rehearsals conducted without an stops.
15.polishing rehearsals- rehearsals used to correct problems that
occurred in the run-through. The rehearsals give the actors the
opportunity to fine-tune character believability, vocal projection, and
“picking up cures.”
16.technical rhearsals- rehearsals emphasizing the performance of the
production of the production’s technical elements- prop changes,
scenery shifts, light changes, sound effects, and so on.
17.constume parade- actors modeling costumes under the appropriate
stage lights. This parade gives the director and costume designer the
opportunity to evaluate the costumes and make any needed changes
before the production opens.
18.Dress rehearsal- a rehearsal conducted as if it were an actual
performance.
19.strike- take apart the stage settings, remove it from the stage, and
store all parts of the
20.s, cast, and audience free from harm, danger, risk, or injury.
21.Stage Manager- the person in charge of supervising backstage.
22.Assistant director- the person who helps the director with such duties
as warming up the cast before rehearsal, checking roll, posting
rehearsal schedules, writing directorial notes during rehearsal, running
errands, and filling in as an understudy when an actor is absent.
23.Crew- committee of technicians who work behind the scenes creating
the scenery, costumes, props and so on.
24.Stage crew- the group of technicians responsible for building the
scenery. During a production, this crew is in charge of any scene
changes.
25.Scenery- curtains, backdrops, or any structures constructed to
transform an empty stage into a suitable background for the play.
26.Cyclorama- A large curtain covering the back and sides of the stage27.Set pieces- The large portable pieces of the stage setting28.Sight lines-The imaginary lines defining the areas of the stage where
the actors can clearly be seen by the audience29.Masking-Any materials such as curtains or scenery used to block an
audience’s view of the backstage area.
30.Prop crew- The crew in charge of stage properties.
31.Costume crew-The committee in charge of costuming the show.
32.Costume- An outfit, including accessories and undergarments, worn
by an actor in a production.
33.Costume plot- A chart listing each character, the acts or scenes in
which they appear, and all garment, undergarments, and accessories
needed.
34.Stage makeup- any cosmetic effect, including hair, that enhances or
changes an actor’s appearance.
35.Makeup crew- the crew in charge of designing and applying makeup
for each character.
36.Basic makeup- cosmetics applied to the face or body using the
actor’s natural features.
37. Character makeup- Makeup used to change an actor’s natural
features.
38.Makeup plot- A chart listing the makeup needs for each character in
a play.
39.Sound- artificially produced sound effects or music as well as the
amplification of voices so that they can be heard.
40.Sound crew- the group responsible for planning and preparing all
sound effects needed for a production.
41.Sound plot- the plan of all the sound effects and music needed for a
production.
42.Cue sheet- a chart or list for lighting or sound showing all of the
changes that will occur during a production.
43.Stage lighting- illumination of the actors and acting areas; includes
any special lighting effects.
44.Light crew- the technicians responsible for planning, preparing, and
running the stage lights for a production.
45.Lighting plot- a floor plan of the set showing the placement of basic
lighting and any special lighting. This plot should also include a list
of what lights are turned on and off and where the switches are
located. These cues are marked in the light technician’s promptbook
for use in production.
46.Publicity crew- the committee responsible for organizing and
implementing all advertising for a production. Often in charge of
ticket sales, this crew is sometimes combined with the house crew.
47.House crew- the group responsible for printing tickets and programs
and managing the box office, audience, and physical theatre during a
production.
48.theatre conventions- established techniques, practices, or devices to
theatrical productions.
49.performance space- an area set aside for a performance
50.program- printed sheet of paper or booklet that provides information
about the production.
51.intermission- a short break in the action of the play for the audience
52.blackout- turning out all the stage lights at one time.
53.curtain call- following a performance, the appearance of the actors
onstage to acknowledge the appreciation of the audience and to take a
bow.
54.audience etiquette- appropriate audience behavior at a theatrical
event.
55.mass media- communication that can reach large audiences.
56.audience viewpoint- the way the audience sees and responds to the
cast members.
57.spectacle viewing- a medium through which film is viewed with
wonder and amazement
58.suspend belief- pretend that what is happening onstage is real.
59.audience commitment- audience responsibility.
60.actor viewpoint- the way the cast members react to the audience and
the situation.
61.camera shots- camera angles
62.production techniques- the methods used to stage a play and the
methods used to produce television programs and films.
63.illusion- something that looks real but is false.
64.aesthetic appreciation- the ability to recognize, understand, and
value that which is pleasing, beautiful, cultured, and tasteful in the arts
(theatre, music, visual art, and dance).
65.in unison- at the same time (page 71)
66.protagonist-the major character in a story. ( page 74)
67.paraphrase- put a story into your own words ( page 76)
68.props- handheld items that are used in a performance to make a scene
or play more believable. ( page 76)
69.set- usually large items used to stage a scene or play ( page 77)
70.narrator- a story teller (page 77)
71.pitch- the musical tone of a voice ( page 91)
72.inflection- the rising and falling of pitch. Inflection adds meaning,
color, and rhythm to spoken words.(page 91)
73.volume- how softly or loudly a person speaks. (page 98)
74.rate- the speed at which someone speaks. ( page 100)
Vocabulary- page 208-209
75.Stage makeup-any cosmetic effect, including hair that enhances or
changes an actor’s appearance.
76.makeup crew- the crew in charge of designing and applying makeup
for each character.
77.basic makeup- cosmetics applied to the face or body using the actor’s
natural features.
78.character makeup- makeup used to change an actor’s natural
features.
79.makeup plot- a chart listing the makeup needs for each character in a
play.
Vocabulary- page 282- 283
80. clowning- the art of entertaining others by provoking laughter,
requires the use of personal resourced, an understanding of human
nature, effective timing, and comedy techniques.
81.Whiteface clown- a clown whose makeup is an all-white face with
features of black and red added for detail.
82.neat whiteface- a type of whiteface clown whose makeup is in
proportion and looks normal in size.
83.grotesque whiteface- a type of whiteface clown whose makeup has
exaggerated features.
84.auguste clown- a rodeo or circus clown; a clown’s makeup that is
reddish brown instead of white. Makeup and costume usually consist
of exaggerated designs and items such as a huge painted mouth,
accented eyes, a huge bow tie, large shirt and pants and large shoes.
85.character clown- a type of clown who uses makeup and clothes to
represent a specific person or image; for example, a tramp, hob,
Keystone Kop, and so on.
Pages 137-146
86.plot- the arrangement of the incidents that take place in a play.
87.exposition- detailed information revealing the facts of the plot
88.climax- turning point in the action of a play.
89.antagonist- the character opposing the protagonist.
90.theme- the basic idea or purpose of the play. It ties together all the
characters and events.
91.spectacle- all visual elements of production, such as scenery,
properties, lighting, costumes, makeup, stage movement, and dance.
92. act- major division of a play.
93.tragedy- a play that deals with a serious situation in a serious way.
The protagonist dies or is defeated at the end of the play.
94.comedy- a play that presents its theme and characters in a humorous
way. All characters come together at the end of the play.
95.melodrama- an exaggerated, fast-moving play in which action is
more important that characterization. The “good guys” win and the
“bad guys” are punished.
96.cues- the dialogue, sounds, movement or business signaling an actor
or technician to respond as rehearsed.
97.subtext- the underlying meaning or interpretation of a line, which is
not indicated in the script but is supplied by the actor.
98.business- small movements and actions that do not require the actor
to move from place to place.
Vocabulary week 3-3 page 347-348
Puppets:
99.puppet- almost anything brought to life by a human in front of an
audience
100.
animation- bringing something to life through movement and
action
101.
manipulation- the way a puppeteer moves or works a puppet
102.
rod puppet- a puppet constructed without shoulders, arms, or
legs and manipulated by one or more rods.
103.
shadow puppet- a flat, two dimensional puppet designed to
cast a shadow or form a silhouette on a white screen.
104.
hand puppet- a puppet that fits over the puppeteer’s hand,
much like a mitten, and is manipulated by the puppeteer’s fingers
inside the puppet’s head and hands.
105.
movable-mouth puppet- a hand puppet with a movable mouth
106.
marionette- a puppet manipulated by string connection a
control rod or paddle to the moving body parts
107.
full-body puppet- a puppet worn over the puppeteer’s head and
body like a costume
Pages 124-129
108.
physical attributes- appearance
109.
mannerisms- unconscious habits or peculiarities ( page 126)
110.
brusque- short or frank in manners (brusk)
111.
Aristotle’s definition of character- the sum total of an
individual’s actions.
112.
dialect- a regional variety of language
113.
characterization- developing and portraying a personality
through thought, action, dialogue, costuming, and makeup. (page 122)
114.
stock character- a familiar character who is the same type of
character in every play. (page 122)
115.
stereotypical character- a familiar character identified by an
oversimplified pattern of behavior that typically labels the character as
being part of a group of people.(page 123- a grandma will look like a
grandma.)
Textbook pages 29-39
116.
self- confidence- belief in your worth and abilities as a person.
117.
self-image- the way we see ourselves.
118.
respect- consideration for and the acceptance of ourselves and
others, including other people’s property, backgrounds, and opinions.
119.
self-talk- mental comments and opinions we repeat to ourselves
constantly.
120.
group process- two or more people taking a step-by- step
course of action that takes place over a period of time and is aimed at
achieving goals.
121.
risks- actions that are different from the norm.
122.
interpersonal relationships- the contacts a person has with
many different people.
123.
ensemble- a group of people working together cooperatively.
124.
cooperation- the act of working together; getting along, and
sharing responsibility.
125.
Beginning-exposition --- detailed information revealing the
facts of the plot.
126.
Middle- climax--- turning point in the action of a play.
127.
Ending128.
resolution—the act of answering/ solving
129.
Denouement-the final solution or untangling of the conflicts or
difficulties that make up the plot of a literary work.
Vocabulary pages 7,8 & 12
130.
drama- a story written to be played out on the stage.
131.
Theatre arts- the term used to cover all parts of
training or instruction in the field of theatre.
132.
script- a written copy of the dialogue that the actors
will speak.
133.
character- the personality an actor portrays in a scene
or play that is different from his or her own personality.
134.
actors- males or females playing character roles.
135.
acting- an actor’s assumed behavior for the purpose of
projecting a character to an audience.
136.
play- story in dialogue form to be acted out by actors
before a live audience.
137.
dramatic structure- the special literary style in which
plays are written.
138.
dialogue- the conversation between actors on the stage.
139.
playwright- one who writes plays
140.
Theatre- the writing or performing of plays, as well as
the formal study of the art form. Also, a building in which
plays are performed.
Notes on playwrights
Notes from page 131Glencoe “Exploring Theatre” by Nancy Prince and
Jeanie Jackson
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Six ideas used to write a play.
things we have done or not done in our own lives’
people we have met, known, loved, hated, feared, or respected.
ageless stories or myths, perhaps told from a new viewpoint
group interaction and artistic collaboration
ideas for resolving various conflicts
a puzzlement( something we do not understand)
Pages 124-129
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physical attributes- appearance
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mannerisms- unconscious habits or peculiarities ( page 126)
150.
brusque- short or frank in manners (brusk)
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Aristotle’s definition of character- the sum total of an
individual’s actions.
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dialect- a regional variety of language
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characterization- developing and portraying a personality
through thought, action, dialogue, costuming, and makeup. (page 122)
154.
stock character- a familiar character who is the same type of
character in every play. (page 122)
155.
stereotypical character- a familiar character identified by an
oversimplified pattern of behavior that typically labels the character as
being part of a group of people.(page 123- a grandma will look like a
grandma.)
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Impromptu- little or no rehearsal
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Quiz
Improvisation- unrehearsed and unscripted
Rehearse- practice
Acting- is performing a character for an audience
160.
Matching
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drama-
A. writing or performing of plays
162.
theatre arts
B. the term for all parts of theater.
163.
script-
C. the conversation between actors
164.
character
D. one who writes plays
165.
actors
E. people who play character role
166.
acting
audience
F. projecting a character to an
167.
dialogue
G. literary style of written plays
168.
playwright
H. a story written to be on stage
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dramatic
structure-
I. written copy of the dialogue
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theater
J. a story in dialogue form to be acted out