Tech Theatre Fall Final Exam Review
True
"HEADS" or "HEADS UP!" IS THE UNIVERSAL THEATER WARNING IF SOMETHING IS COMING DOWN FROM ABOVE.
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Form
A 3-dimensional object; or something in a 2-dimensional artwork that appears to be
contrast
A large difference between two things to create interest and tension.
Line
A mark with length and direction. A continuous mark made on a surface by a moving point.
rhythm/movement
A regular repetition of elements to produce the look and feel of movement.
Black Box
A space where flexible staging is possible.
True
ALWAYS LIFT HEAVY OBJECTS WITH KNEES BENT & PUSHING UPWARD WITH THE LEGS AND
False- Do not
ALWAYS OPERATE TOOLS WITHOUT INSTRUCTOR SUPERVISION.
True
ARRIVE AT REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCES ON TIME & SIGN IN.
shape
An enclosed area defined and determined by other art elements; 2-dimensional.
False- are not
CELL PHONES AND/OR EAR BUDS ARE ALLOWED BACKSTAGE DURING CLASS, REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCE AT ANY TIME.
True
CHECK IN WITH THE DIRECTOR/ INSTRUCTOR AND STAGE MANAGER UPON ARRIVING FOR REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCES.
True
CONTACT THE INSTRUCTOR IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND REHEARSAL OR A PERFORMANCE AT LEAST ONE DAY IN ADVANCE.
False- never
CREATE ANY OFFSTAGE DISTRACTIONS SUCH AS TALKING OR HORSEPLAY BACKSTAGE DURING REHEARSALS & PERFORMANCES.
Color
Consists of Hue (another word for color), Intensity (brightness) and Value (lightness or darkness).
True
DO NOT MOVE UNTIL LIGHTING HAS BEEN RESTORED IF A BLACKOUT OCCURS ON STAGE OR IN THE CLASSROOM.
True
DO NOT PULL OR HANG ON STAGE CURTAINS.
True
DURING PRODUCTION REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCES, KEEP THE WINGS CLEAR OF ALL FURNITURE, COSTUMES AND PROPS.
False- speak to the instructor immediately
IF BACKSTAGE CONFLICTS ARISE, DO NOT SPEAK TO THE INSTRUCTOR
True
IF YOU ARE WORKING IN AN AREA, MAKE SURE TO CLEAN BEFORE LEAVING THE WORK AREA.
False- clean and orderly
KEEP ALL CONSTRUCTION, STORAGE, REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE AREAS VERY DIRTY
True
PLACE A DROP CLOTH OR MASKING PAPER UNDER AN OBJECT TO BE PAINTED TO AVOID PAINT SPILLS AND SPLATTERS ON STAGE
False- unplug
PLUG IN ALL CORDS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE STAGE OR WORK AREA.
False- instructor
REPORT ALL ACCIDENTS TO YOUR FRIEND SO THAT FIRST AID AND/OR MEDICAL ATTENTION CAN BE ADMINISTERED WITHOUT DELAY.
False- ASAP
REPORT ANY PROBLEMS WITH LIGHTING, SOUND, OR SCENERY WHENEVER YOU WANT
False- not permitted
RUNNING, PRACTICAL JOKES, THROWING TOOLS OR MATERIALS IS PERMITTED AT ANY TIME.
pattern
Repetition of a design.
True
THE FIRST AID KIT IS LOCATED IN THE STAGE MANAGER CART and THE SCENE SHOP
Transverse Stage
The audience sits on both sides of the performance area.
proportion
The comparative relationship of one part to another with respect to size, quantity, or degree; SCALE.
space
The distance or area between, around, above, below, or within things.
emphasis
The focal point of an image, or when one area or thing stand out the most.
Symmetrical Balance
The parts of an image are organized so that one side mirrors the other.
texture
The surface quality or "feel" of an object, its smoothness, roughness, softness, etc. Textures may be actual or implied.
variety
The use of differences and change to increase the visual interest of the work.
balance
The way the elements are arranged to create a feeling of stability in a work.
proscenium stage
Traditional theatre stage with a platform raised at the audience eye level with a frame on the "4th wall".
unity
When all the elements and principles work together to create a pleasing image.
Asymmetrical Balance
When one side of a composition does not reflect the design of the other.
False- never
YOU CAN EAT OR DRINK BACKSTAGE AT ANY TIME.
Arena/Round Stage
s the name suggests, the audience is seated all around the stage on four sides. Can also be circular.
the proscenium arch
the frame that surrounds the opening of the stage like a picture.
Value
the lightness or darkness of a color
Thrust Stage
the performance area sticks out into the "house" and the audience is seated on three sides.
