Theatre Quiz 1

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Name the three types of recognized art forms.
- Visual - movies
- performing
- literary
Where was theatre (as we know it) first produced and in what kind of theatre
space?)

Took place by the Greeks in an Amphitheatre
What are two things needed to have theatre?

audience and actress
4. What is the purpose of theatre? (This may be subjective, support your answer)
- the purpose of theatre is to entertain the audience
- - theatre is reflective and hold the mirror up
Name the three major recognized theatre spaces AND note 3 advantages and 3
disadvantages of each.
- Thrust
- Arena
- Proscenium
Pros of Thrust
- 1. can spend less money for a set- can use a backdrop
- 2. can be more intimate
- 3. allows more realistic staging
Pros of Proscenium space
- 1. Can use a lot of scenery
- 2. Allows for realist picture frame
- 3. Easy to light
Pros of Arena
- 1. very intimate
- 2. the audience can see each other
- 3. allows more realistic staging/ blocking
Cons of Proscenium

1. Awkward staging
Cons of Arena
- 1. Cant have large scenery
- 2. actors backs are always facing someone
- 3. audience can see each other
Cons of Thrust
- 1. stage uses some of the audiences seating area
- 2. limits large scenic elements to backdrop
When does the theatrical experience begin for an audience?

the moment they walk into the lobby
Structure of the play
- back story-
- exposition
- inciting incident
- obstacles
- climax
- Denouement
What are three things a Director does?
- 1. Creates the concept of the play
- 2. leads rehearsals
- 3. interprets the script
- 4. cast the show
What kind of language does a director use to inspire collaborators?

positive language (goal is to reframe the actress choices)

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2018-02-15T20:24:28Z

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