Theatre A Quiz 1

What is the primary focus of theatre?

• Movies and TV Shows

• Plays and Musicals

• Dance Performances

• Art Exhibitions

Who was banned from acting in the past?

• Children

• Men

• Women

• Elderly People

Who was the first Black actor to play Othello?

• William Shakespeare

• Ira Aldridge

• C. W. E. B. Dubois

• Antonin Artaud

Which play highlights the struggles and triumphs of Ira Aldridge?

• Hamlet

• The Hateful Eight

• Red Velvet

• Black Panther

What does the audience's presence during a performance create?

• A distracting environment

• A unique, interactive experience

• An isolated Feeling

• A recorded show

What are the types of theatre spaces mentioned?

• TV Studios and Cinemas

• ​Grand Opera halls and open-air settings

• Schools and Offices

• Restauraunts and Cafes

What does a script include?

• Stage design and costumes

• Dialogue and stage directions

• Ticket prices and schedules

• Audience Reviews

What is essential for a performance?

• At least one actor

• A large audience

• A famous director

• Advanced technology

Where did theatre originate?

• Rome

• Egypt

• Greece

• China

Who is considered the first actor?

• Aristotle

• Thespis

• Sophocles

• Euripides