Roles In The Theatre

Question 1

Technician

Answer 1

Operating the technical equipment, such as lighting and sound boards, during the performance.

Question 2

Theater Manager

Answer 2

Running the theatre building, including overseeing the front of house staff (ushers) and the box office staff who sell tickets

Question 3

Director

Answer 3

Overseeing the creative aspects of the production. Developing a ‘concept’ or certain unifying idea for the production. Liaising with designers, rehearsing the actors and ensuring that all technical elements of the play are ready. Giving ‘notes’ to actors to help improve their performance and agreeing the blocking of the actors

Question 4

Puppet designer

Answer 4

Designing the puppets for w production, taking into account the style of the puppets and how they will be operated.

Question 5

Lighting designer

Answer 5

Designing the lighting states and effects that will be used in a performance. Understanding the technical capabilities of the theatre and creating a lighting plot

Question 6

Costume designer

Answer 6

Designing what the actors wear on stage. Making sure that costumes are appropriate for the sake and the period of time ensuring the consumes fit the actors

Question 7

Sound designer

Answer 7

Designing the sound required for the performances, which may include music and sound effects. Considering amplification, such as the use of microphones, is needed, and creating a sound plot.

Question 8

Set designer

Answer 8

Designing the set of the play and the set dressing (objects placed in the stage). Providing sketches and other design materials before overseeing the creation of the set.

Question 9

Understudy

Answer 9

Learning a part, including lines and movements, so they are able to take over a role for someone if needed when there is a planned or unexpected absence

Question 10

Playwrite

Answer 10

Writing the script of the play, including the dialogue and stage directions

Question 11

Performer

Answer 11

Appearing in a production, for example by acting, dancing or singing. Creating a performance or assuming a role on stage in front of an audience.