Theater Vocabulary

Front

People who act in a show are called actors, or the _____?

Back

Cast

Front

People who work backstage and behind the scenes to make sure the show runs smoothly are called the _____

Back

Crew

Front

What is a short speech that a character gives called? (Hint: This is often used in auditions.)

Back

Monologue

Front

What is a conversation between 2 or more characters on stage called?

Back

Dialogue

Front

What is it called when actors make up dialogue on the spot, without it being written in the script?

Back

Improvisation

Front

What defines an "Act" in theater?

Back

A major division of a theatrical work with scenes

Front

Which term refers to "the very center of the stage"?

Back

Center Stage

Front

What does "Upstage" mean in the context of theater?

Back

Away from the audience

Front

In theater, what does "Downstage" signify?

Back

Nearest to the audience

Front

Which term describes "the actor's left, facing the audience"?

Back

Stage Left