Theatre Terms Quiz #2 -- Mr. Dawursk--www.mrdclassroom

Matching exercise

Match the items on the right to the items on the left.

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