Musical Theatre Quiz

What is a theatrical show that uses a combination of spoken dialogue and song in its core storytelling?

• Opera

• Musical

• Ballet

• Symphony

What are the words in a song called?

• Script

• Dialogue

• Lyrics

• Notes

What is the "play" part of a musical script, including the story, dialogue, and action but not the songs?

• Score

• Book

• Libretto

• Choreography

What is the term for the combined book and lyrics that make up the script?

• Score

• Libretto

• Manuscript

• Composition

What are the songs in a musical called?

• Score

• Lyrics

• Book

• Script

Who is responsible for writing the song lyrics in a musical theater production?

• Composer

• Director

• Lyricist

• Actor

What is the role of a composer in a musical theater production?

• Writes the book

• Writes the music

• Leads the production

• Performs on stage

Who writes the book for a musical theater production?

• Music Director

• Actor

• Bookwriter

• Lyricist

Who is responsible for leading and interweaving all aspects of a production?

• Music Director

• Director

• Composer

• Actor

What is the role of a music director in a musical theater production?

• Writes the lyrics

• Performs on stage

• Teaches music to actors and musicians

• Writes the book