THEA 200 Exam 2

Theatre appre ciation

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Silhouette
Shape/outline, can be used in terms of costume, light, props, etc.
Table work
1st couple of rehearsals where the actors, director, and designers talk about the expectations, conventions, and concept of the play
Read-through
A part of the table work; a read through of the script in character
Design
The creation of forms; "By Design" means the design must be purposeful, even when it is designed not to look like it is.
Technical Director
Sees that everything gets built and put together properly and complies with the conventions of the play
Set Designer
Scene designer. -defines the space -works with the budget provided -helps set the tone and style of the production -establishes location and period in which the play takes place -develops a design concept consistent with director's concept -provides a central image or metaphor, where appropriate -ensures that scenery is coordinated with other production elements -solves practical design problems
Wagon
Anything on the stage with wheels
Revolve/turntable
Special piece built into the stage to be able to rotate the floor; used to switch backgrounds or props around
Ground Plan
Bird's eye view; created with motion in mind
Gel
A sheet of plastic, kind of like celophane, that is put over a light to change colors
Gobo
A cutout that is inserted into a light to cast specific shadows
Light plot
Drawing that shows where all the lights will go
Fourth wall
Imaginary barrier between stage/actors and the front of house/audience
Dramaturg
Person whose job is to research the background of the play, setting, plot, or culture
Stage manager
Coordinates all technical aspects of the production, runs rehearsals, and cues lights and sound