Theatre Roles

Question 1

Producer

Answer 1

The Producer funds the production and decides on a Director.

Question 2

Stage manager

Answer 2

The Stage Manager is responsible for the running of the stage during production.

•They are required to call for the cueing of lights, sounds, sets, props, and actors during the show.

Question 3

Director

Answer 3

•The director is responsible for the main vision of the production.

•They must interpret the script.

•They lead rehearsals and determine stage blocking.

•They need to communicate their vision to the various departments.

Question 4

Set designer

Answer 4

•The set designer works alongside the Director to create a set for the play.

•They have lots of people who help to build, paint and decorate the set!

Question 5

Costume designer

Answer 5

The Costume Designer works alongside the Director to develop costuming for the actors.

•The creation of costumes requires extensive research and knowledge of the measurements of each actor.

Question 6

Publicity coordinator

Answer 6

•The Publicity Coordinator is responsible for advertising and promotion of the production.

Question 7

Box office

Answer 7

The Box Office is responsible for the sale of tickets and the organisation of seating.

Question 8

Front of house

Answer 8

The Front of House staff are responsible for the audience side of the curtain.

•They are responsible for the arrival, seating, and dispersal of audience.