18 questions
Performers and stage managers work under Actors' Equity contracts, which means they are paid fairly.
True
False
What is the definition of a role?
A form of rotation on an axis e.g. Forwards, backwards, log.
Having good flexibility and alignment
The named job you are given, and the tasks included within.
Smaller than a baguette
What is a responsibility in Performing Arts?
Emptying the dishwasher
Having to babysit.
The specific tasks and duties that you are accountable for
When you can play more than three instruments
What is the word used in DRAMA for Choreographing / Composing new material?
Devising
Deviding
Describing
Making - it - up!
Which of the following is NOT a way that we can learn.
Memorising
Repetition
Alliteration
Auditory
Working with others - which one is NOT a key element?
Attending rehearsals and performances
Use of space in solo’s.
Responding to direction
Working Safely
Technical Skills-What does INTONATION mean?
The quality or state of being correct or precise.
The rise and fall of the voice in speaking
The ability to start & stop a movement and change direction
The way the body is held.
Technical Skills - what is the definition of posture?
Muscular Power
The positioning of your back.
The efficient combination of body parts.
The quality or state of being correct or precise.
What is NOT within the job role of the Costume Designer?
Measurements
Material
Time Period
Special effects
Technical Skills- what is the definition of GESTURES?
A form of non-verbal communication using your hands or arms.
Positioning of the back
The efficient combination of body parts.
A form of non-verbal communication using space.
What is the definition of PROJECTION?
To help set the scene, to focus using light on a stage area
Energy the dancer/actor uses to connect with the audience
Being able to understand something
The use of time/counts when matching movements to sound.
What are 3 of the 5 performance roles that you will need to be able to write about?
Actor, Dancer, Musical Theatre Performer
Actor, Artist, Singer
Artist, Singer, Musician
Singer, Dancer, Banana
Why is use of amplification important?
To highlight specific moments, to grab attention, add climax
Staying focused an on task
The pattern of sound/ movement
To help with the narrative of the story.
What are NOT the main responsibilities of a Lighting Designer?
Design the lighting needed for the performance.
Write a lighting plot/script to note where there are any lighting changes.
Attend technical rehearsals.
Make sure the director is under spotlight at all times.
Expressive Skills - why is Facial Expression important?
So your partner knows if your doing it wrong
So your timing is correct
Moving your hands or part of your body.
It conveys emotion, it tells us about a character & feelings
What is NOT within the job role of the Set Designer?
Working with and communicating with directors, producers etc
Considering health and safety
Working with and communicating with backstage crew
Supporting the build of the set
The Sound Designer is responsible for obtaining all sound effects, whether recorded or live for a specific production.
True
False
The Stage Manager is NOT responsible for...
Stage crew and technicians throughout the production process.
Making sure the actors have a kettle in their dressing room.
Coordinating the work of the stage crew
Providing practical and organizational support to the director