Theatre Arts 1 Final Review

Why is it important to not talk during a performance/presentation?

A play in which the protagonist fails to acheive desired goals or is overcome by opposing forces.

Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights, lived and died in Italy, that's why Romeo and Juliet is set in Italy.

Explanation of events that occured before the action of the play begins.

A small movement made by an actor as another actor is crossing in front of him/her

The sound of a particular voice

Mime involves imitating physical action.

Moving each body part in smooth circles.

The impromptu portrayal of a character or a scene without any rehearsal or preparation.

Calling attention to one's presence onstage and diverting attention away from the main actors

Towards the audience.

Communicating without words.

We are only as strong as our weakest link.

Pausing before you continue with your next line; you let the laughter die down but not out completely.

A situation in which the audience is led to believe that each performance is the first is called _______

The series of events following the initial incident in a play.

Character interpretations which are not in a script but are supplied by an actor.

Series of events following the climax.

A play that deals with treating characters and situations in a humorous way.

A movement from one stage position to another is called a _________

Professional improvised comedy that developed in Italy during the Renaissance is called ___________

Exposition is the information put before an audience that gives the where, when, why, and who facts of the play.

When critiquing a performance, you should be respectful and constructive.

Body language is nonverbal or physical communication.

Any action other than movement performed on stage, such as picking up a book.

The name given to Stanislavski's approach to acting.

Items used to complete a set; this includes furniture.

What is the appropriate way to show appreciation for the performers/presenters?

When is the appropriate time to check your cell phone or leave during a performance?

The vibrant tone produced when sound waves strike the chambers of the throat, head, nose, and mouth.

The lines of a play spoken by characters.

The art of acting without words.

Nasality occurs when vowel sounds are forced through the mouth.

What is NOT a type of mime exercises?

The first actor.

The relative highness or lowness of the voice.

The actors movement on stage.

The purpose of gestures is to express an idea through language.

The first event in a play from which the rest of the plot develops.

If there is a picture of feet facing forward, towards the stage. This is called full front.

Rehearsals are for rehearsing, so it's not important to be prepared.

The Russian actor/director who wrote his theories of techniques of vocal and bodily expression.

Variety in pitch.

An element of plot that refers to the untangling and resolution of complications is called __________.

To move from one position to another on stage

When working in groups, it is best to:

The speed at which words are spoken.

Where is Downstage Center

The selection and pronunciation of words and thier combination in speech.

The plot structure is the initial incident, the continual action, the climax, falling action, and conclusion.

To make up lines, usually to cover up a mistake

An offspring of pantomime that conveys abstract ideas.

A speech delivered by an actor alone onstage that reveals the character's innermost thoughts.

Resonance is the vibrant tone produced when sound waves strike the chambers of the throat, head, nose, and mouth.

The turning point in the play

The strength, force, or intensity with which sound is made.

Separating parts of the body for indivdual development and expression.

Spontaneity means without forethought.

It is appropriate to wave to your friends and family in the audience if they wave to you first.

Moving each body part one at a time.

The unnatural way,which a person responds to stimulus-the body responds without the brain is called, motivated sequence.

What is NOT a form of nonverbal communication?

Development of an effective voice does NOT depends upon _________

A set of three related plays is called _________

The sound produced when nasal passages are blocked, leaving the voice flat.