Theatre Test #2

Rewards associated with the craft of acting

Creative outlet, travel, the pay, and fame

fears associated with the craft of acting

fear of public speaking, flop sweat, 88% unemployment, bad work hours

4 aspects of character impersonation

Embodiment, simulation, virtuosity, charisma

Embodiment

believable and interesting

Simulation

looking the part

Virtuosity

technical proficiency

Charisma

stage presence

Stanislavsky System aspects

analysis, Super Objective, through the line of action, sense memory, Psychological gesture

Analysis (Stanislavsky)

Determining the circumstances

magic “IF” (Stanislavsky)

Actor places self in character circumstances

Super objective (Stanislavsky)

A characters ultimate goal or life purpose

Through the line of action (Stanislavsky)

The link of all events or actions

Sense memory (Stanislavsky)

Reliving an event in your past to trigger an emotion on stage

Psychological Gesture (Stanislavsky)

Movement that triggers or enhances an emotion

The difference between internal and external methods of approaching a role

internal- you feel what the character feels

External- Your display what the character feels

Advantages for External way of approaching a role

External- You clearly display what you are playing by looking and sounding the part consistently, and you can change emotions as needed

Advantages for internal way of approaching a role

internal- you feel the feeling that the character is actually feeling, so you get a better understanding of the character

Most important Uber Actor traits

Stamina- Allows for long term acting and singing

Memorization- Provides a clear understanding of your tasks, which increases quality

Least important Uber Actor traits

Language- Helps actors broaden their role capabilities, otherwise, there are many roles in one language, or they could just learn the lines for the language

Projection- While it helps actors be understood better, actors mic’s could be turned up for better hearing

2 important attributes of the director are most important

Trouble shooting- being able to see a problem and find a solution via trial and error is very important because otherwise the quality of the production is in grave danger.

eye for talent- Being able to see an actor and tell they could pull off a role is the fundamentals of if a production goes well.

2 least important attributes of the director

Patience- while a director being patient could help the production run smoothly, it doesnt ultimately

Well rounded- While it would be helpful for the director to know how to do all aspects of theater, it isnt a big deal if they arnt as they can just callaborate closely with people who have a better understanding in that area

10 places in a theater building other than the auditorium

• Lobby – where audiences enter, wait, and gather before the show

• Box office – where tickets are sold and picked up

• Dressing rooms – spaces where actors change costumes and prepare

• Green room – a waiting area for performers before and during the show

• Rehearsal room – used for practicing scenes before moving to the stage

• Costume shop – where costumes are designed, made, and stored

• Prop room – where props are kept and organized

• Scene shop (set workshop) – where sets and scenery are built

• Lighting booth – where lighting controls are operated during the performance

• Sound booth – where audio and sound effects are managed

1.Explain how each of Aristotle’s structural elements is important in a step of the directing process. You may use different steps to explain the importance of each structural element.

1- Plot is important during the Concept phase because it provides a clear direction for the show

2.Explain how each of Aristotle’s structural elements is important in a step of the directing process. You may use different steps to explain the importance of each structural element.

2- Character is important during the Selecting of the Script Phase because it shows a clear need for certain characteristics for each character

3. Explain how each of Aristotle’s structural elements is important in a step of the directing process. You may use different steps to explain the importance of each structural element.

3 - Theme is important during the Concept Phase because it provides a clear message for the show/story

4.Explain how each of Aristotle’s structural elements is important in a step of the directing process. You may use different steps to explain the importance of each structural element.

4.- Diction is important during the Casting phase because having the right voice for actors is key for the organization and consistency

5.Explain how each of Aristotle’s structural elements is important in a step of the directing process. You may use different steps to explain the importance of each structural element.

5.- Music is important during the Casting Phase because if you cast a bad singer, the show could be ruined for the audience

6.Explain how each of Aristotle’s structural elements is important in a step of the directing process. You may use different steps to explain the importance of each structural element.

6.- Spectacle is important during the Designer Selection Process because if you select a low-quality set designer or light designer, then the quality of the show will drastically decrease.