Theatre Terminology Worksheet

Words spoken by a character to the audience rather than to the other characters, who supposedly DO NOT hear the speech
The quick shutting off of all the stage lights
The instructions that actors use to know exactly where they are supposed to be on stage at all times
When an actor auditions for a role without having read the script beforehand
The cast and crew of a show and any other staff who work on the show
Signals that are given to the actors, the crew, the musicians and any others working on a show
A run-through with all technical elements, including costumes and make-up.
A group of actors, singers or dancers who perform together on stage
Pieces of canvas or plywood attached to wooden frames, painted and linked together, to create walls and doors on stage.
The actor’s ability to perform in a show over and over while making it appear that the dialogue and situations are happening for the first time.
The place where the audience sits
When the director tells the cast (usually by a certain date) that they must memorize their lines and can no longer use their scripts in rehearsal
Increase voice so it will carry to the audience
A slanted stage, where upstage is slightly higher than downstage
A rehearsal without interruption.
Taking down the set following the conclusion of a play’s production run.
a group of actors that form a company.
Person who assists the director during rehearsals and manages all backstage/tech activity once the play has opened.
Those who shift the sets and props during rehearsals and performances.
Imaginary lines indicating visibility of stage areas from different points in the house