Arts Flashcards
(10 cards)
The theatrical forms associated with the Renaissance period is
Commedia dell’Arte (Italian improvisational theater)
The significant historical event contributed to the decline of Commedia dell’Arte in 18th century Europe is
The establishment of the Royal Theater in Paris
The elements of art is exemplified in the dramatic use of masks in ancient Greek tragedy
symbolism
The primary characteristic that distinguishes Restoration Comedy from other theatrical forms of the 17th century is Its
emphasis on satire and ridicule of upper-class society
The distinctive visual element is characteristic of the operas of Richard Wagner, particularly in his work “Der Ring des Nibelungen” is
Employment of leitmotifs and symbolic costumes
A theater group performs a modern adaptation of Mozart’s opera “The Magic Flute”. The group incorporates traditional Filipino instruments and costumes into the production; the most likely effect of this adaptation on the audience’s experience is It will enhance the audience’s
understanding of the opera’s universal themes
The Philippine play “Himala” by Ricky Lee is influenced by the Western classical play “Oedipus Rex” by Sophocles; the specific element of “Oedipus Rex” is reflected in the storytelling of “Himala”
The exploration of themes related to fate and free will
A Filipino playwright wants to adapt the Western classical opera “La Bohème” by Giacomo Puccini into a Philippine setting…the possible adaptation strategy could the playwright use to make the story more relevant to a Filipino audience
-Update the story to a modern-day Philippine city and incorporate local social issues
In a stage production of Verdi’s opera “La Traviata”, what is the traditional gesture associated with the character of Violetta as she bids farewell to her lover Alfredo
Waving goodbye with her handkerchief
In a scene from Shakespeare’s play “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, the character of Puck is supposed to create a magical atmosphere…the type of sound effect would be most suitable to accompany Puck’s entrance A
loud, dramatic drum roll
