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This category is for the shows that are put on in theatres all around the world.
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1 The Hardworking Stage Manager
You have probably heard of the director, the actor, the producer and the choreographer. Are you aware of the role of the stage manager? Let's see if you can get a grip on the job of the person who is "totally responsible for totally everything."
Average
15 Q
kscleaves
Jul 27 09
852 plays
2 My Life on the Not-So-Wicked Stage
For many years I worked in theatre as an actor, stage manager, director. I'll give you a description of some of the shows on which I've worked, and you'll identify the show. Break a leg!
Difficult
20 Q
Cymruambyth
Apr 12 08
1947 plays
3 Oh, What a Night!
The audience has gone. The lights are off. I sit alone backstage and recall how such a wee germ of an idea turned into such a extravaganza of excitement and drudgery, smiles and frowns, work and fun....
Easy
10 Q
mlcmlc
Jul 23 11
627 plays
4 Stage Directing for Dummies
As a drama teacher, I am frequently called upon to both direct and adjudicate plays at festivals and schools. Hopefully, this quiz will give you some tips on how to overcome some common problems with inexperienced actors.
Average
10 Q
ferfer72
Nov 22 07
1578 plays
5 Theatre for the Techies!
I notice there are many theatre quizzes on this site, but NONE about the technical side! So if you enjoy going to the theatre, take this quiz to see how much you know about what goes on BEHIND the scenes!
Average
10 Q
kristyn2003
Jul 01 03
1770 plays
6 Technical Theatre
Many theatre-goers are familiar with the actor's experience, but how much do you know about what goes on behind the scenes, and the terminology used by technicians?
Average
10 Q
JimiGirl
Jan 10 06
1512 plays
7 Oh Noh!
Welcome to a quiz about Noh, a time-honored form of Japanese traditional theater.
Average
10 Q
Pegbshack
Feb 16 13
159 plays
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Last Updated Sep 11 13 10:39 AM

Some sample questions from this category:

* What is the term commonly used to describe a meeting between the stage manager, director and lighting/sound technicians to organize the cues?
* What is the name of the structure that frames the stage opening?
* In theatre, special effects are often achieved by using a curtain (sometimes made of muslin) which, depending upon the lighting, can either be transparent or opaque. What is this called?
* What is the term for an insert, usually made of metal, which you slide into a light to create a special effect in light and shadow?
* The term for light which can be seen in undesired areas of the stage is what?


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