Theatre test 2

What is one theory why “Scar” in The Lion King is always portrayed as a white man?

He references evil/African colonization

You are seeing the upcoming broadway production of “Beautiful” at the Stranahan Theatre. Write a sentence using the word “Broadway” to tell a friend what you are going to see.

I am going to see a Broadway show called "Beautiful" at the Stranahan Theatre.

Tell me something significant about the Broadway show Avenue Q

It was the 1st musical to list not for kids very boldly on its poster, and is was the 1st Broadway show to have an explicit warning label.

You are going to New York City with your friends and will see “Hamilton.” Write a sentence using the word “Broadway” to tell a friend what you are going to see.

My friends and I are going to watch Hamilton on Broadway.

Broadway productions

• Seats 600+

• High ticket prices (plays $120+, musicals $200+)

• Huge budget, sets, casts, costumes

Off-Broadway productions

• Seats 100-599+

• Midrange ticket prices ($60-$100)

• Smaller budget, casts, sets, theatre

The Muppets

Jim Henson’s specific creation

A muppet

A mouth puppet

Marionette

A puppet on strings with a crossbeam.

How does a Marionette work? (1/2)

The strings are attached to the legs (knees) and arms. The puppeteer manipulates the crossbeam to control the puppet's movements.

How does a Marionette work? (2/2)

Index finger manipulation for mouth, eyebrows, or the blinking of eyes.

Ventriloquist

Dummies used by a puppeteer who do not move their mouths when speaking.

3 advantages of being in the actor’s union

• health benefits

• job/workplace protection

• guaranteed wage

• better travel accommodations

The Vivian Beaumont Theatre is the only Broadway theatre not located in Time Square. (a.) Where is it? (b.) what neighborhood is it in? (c-d.) What are the 2 famous universities and 3 famous cultural institutions at this location?

a. Lincoln Center

b. Upper West Side

c. Juliard & Fordham University

d. Metropolitan Opera, Philharmonic, & NYC Ballet

What are the special features of a Cyc(lorama)?

Creates the illusion of:

• infinite space

• distance

• open sky

Why might projections be used?

To display still images, moving video, or animations onto surfaces like a stage wall, cyclorama, scrim, or physical set piece.

How are projections used?

Through the use of digital projectors, computers, and media servers.

What is a turntable?

A rotating disk on stage.

Why might a turntable be used?

It allows production teams to seamlessly shift scenery and create dynamic movement.

What is the name of the pulley/weight system used to drop lights, scenery, and props?

Fly rail

What are the properties of a wagon?

• a mobile platform mounted on wheels

• brings 3D set pieces on & off stage

Scrim special feature

Depending on how it is lit it can be opaque or transparent