Elements of Theatre Composition

Question 1

What are the 6 elements of theatre composition?

Answer 1

• Motion
• Rhythm
• Variation
• Emphasis
• Cohesion
• Contrast

Question 2

What is the element of theatre composition motion?

Answer 2

The movement or implied movement of actors and design features in the theatre space.

Question 3

What is the element of theatre composition rhythm?

Answer 3

The pace, timing, and tempo within the interpretation.

Question 4

What are the 5 sub-categories of motion?

Answer 4

• Motion: Position
• Motion: Pattern
• Motion: Arrangement
• Motion: Proportion
• Motion: Spatial flow

Question 5

What is the element of theatre composition variation?

Answer 5

Changes to the dynamics of the interpretation, as may be evident in the use of tension, conflict, intensity, energy and use of the space.

Question 6

What is the element of theatre composition emphasis?

Answer 6

Aspects of the interpretation are given a particular focus, importance or prominence.

Question 7

What is the element of theatre composition cohesion?

Answer 7

The unity and balance of various aspects of the interpretation.

Question 8

What is the element of theatre composition contrast?

Answer 8

Juxtaposition of seemingly different or opposing aspects or qualities within the interpretation.

Question 9

Why would practioners use elements of theatre composition?

Answer 9

Practioners use elements of theatre composition to organise components of a theatre production to create a deliberate effect, realising their aims and intentions and/or those of the creative production team.