Theatre Terms: Week #2

Dramatics - Mr. Dawursk

Conflict:	Dramatic opposition of the protagonist with society, with his fellowman, or with himself.
Control Board:	Switchboard for stage lights.
Countercross:	A small movement in the opposite direction to the cross made by another actor.
Cover:	To hide an actor, property, or some business from the audience view whether intentionally or not.
Crepe Hair:	Material used for making beards and mustaches,
Critique:	Evaluation and suggestions
Cross:	An actor's move from one part of the stage to another.
Cue:	[1.] Last words or actions of one actor that immediately precede another actor's speech. [2.] Signal for light changes, curtains, etc.
Cut:	[1.] Delete; [2.] A command to stop action and dialogue.
Cyc Or Cyclorama:	Sky drop that surrounds the back of the stage.
Dimmers:	Unit to control intensity of lights.
Dim Out:	Gradually decrease light
Dim Up:	Gradually increase light
Dock:	Area for scenery storage, often under the stage.
Downstage:	Area closest to the audience.
Drapes:	Large curtains hung in folds from battens on sides and back of acting area. They provide a neutral background.
Dress The Stage:	Keep the stage picture balanced.
Exit:	Direction for an actor to leave the stage. Opposite "enter".
Flat:	Canvas covered wooden frame used for scenery.
Flexible Theatre:	Seats can be arranged for proscenium, area, or horseshoes staging.