Unit 4 Dance Production Assessment

What do stage directions indicate in a Dance Concert production?

• The movement, positioning, and actions of dancers on stage

• The lighting patterns used on stage

• The type of costumes worn by actors

• The type of stage used for the performance

What is the primary purpose of costumes in a performance?

• To enhance visibility on stage

• To portray characters and reflect their personality, time period, and social status

• To provide technical cues to the crew

• To indicate stage directions

Who is responsible for coordinating all aspects of a production backstage?

• Lighting Designer

• Stage Manager

• Technical Director

• Costume Designer

What is a cue sheet used for in a production?

• To list the costumes for each character

• To detail the timing and sequence of technical cues during a performance

• To describe the plot of the play

• To provide seating arrangements for the audience

What is the purpose of rehearsals in a stage production?

• To sell tickets to the audience

• To practice and prepare for the performance by refining choreography and integrating technical elements

• To design the lighting patterns

• To print the playbill

Why might a director choose a black box theater for a production?

• For its elaborate decorations

• For its flexibility and ability to suit different productions

• Because it is the only stage type with backstage areas

• Because it is always the largest space available

What is the main responsibility of the technical director in a production?

• Overseeing all technical aspects such as set construction, lighting, sound, and special effects

• Directing the actors on stage

• Designing the costumes

• Writing the playbill

Which area is referred to as the "Front of House" (FOH)?

• The backstage area where performers prepare.

• The area where the audience sits, including the lobby and public spaces.

• The technical booth for lighting and sound.

• The wings on the side of the stage.

What does "blocking" refer to in stage performance?

• The process of selling tickets.

• The precise staging of dancers' movements, including entrances, exits, and positioning.

• The lighting design for a show.

• The arrangement of props backstage.

Which of the following best describes a cyclorama (Cyc)?

• A set of ropes and pulleys.

• A large backdrop or curtain at the rear of the stage, often white.

• A handheld prop used by actors.

• The main entrance to the theater.