Elements of Theater

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What are the various elements of theater?

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Audience, Performers, Script/Text, Director, Theater space, Design elements.

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What is the essence of theater?

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The exchange, chemistry, and energy between the audience and the actors on stage.

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What distinguishes live theater from other forms of dramatic entertainment?

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The presence of an audience.

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What are the seven qualities of a fine play according to Cohen and Sherman (2017)?

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1. Credibility and Intrigue 2. Speakability, Stageability, and Flow 3. Richness 4. Depth of Characterization 5. Gravity and Pertinence 6. Compression, Economy, and Intensity 7. Celebration.

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What is the role of the director in theater?

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The director is responsible for rehearsing the actors, coordinating the work of designers, and ensuring the performance is coherent and interesting.

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What are the types of theater stages?

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1. Proscenium Stage 2. Thrust Stage 3. Arena Stage 4. Found Stage.

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What does scenic design refer to in theater?

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Scenic design refers to the set created to support the make-believe reality of the actors on stage.

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What is the importance of audience composition in experiencing theater?

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The audience's interaction with other members influences the watching experience.

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What are the challenges actors face in acting?

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1. Finding the inner truth of the characters 2. Appropriate use of the body and voice 3. Integrating inner and outer acting abilities.

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What is the significance of the script in theater?

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The script is the blueprint for production, created by the playwright, showing characters interacting with each other.