Question 1

What is the minimum number of times you should read a script before rehearsals begin?&#10;A)1&#10;B)5&#10;C)10&#10;D)3

Accepted Answer

It is best to read the script at least 3 times before rehearsals begin. This allows the actor to fully understand and analyze their character's motivations, relationships, and emotional journey, as well as the overall plot and themes of the story. Reading the script multiple times will also help the actor to memorize their lines and become more comfortable with the material.

Question 2

Which style of taping out involves measuring all set pieces from the same 2 fixed points?&#10;A)Triangulation&#10;B)Coordinate (X,Y)&#10;C)Point to Point&#10;D)Center Out

Accepted Answer

Triangulation involves measuring all set pieces from two fixed points, ensuring accuracy and consistency in placement.

Question 3

Stage Directions are:&#10;A)Both B & C&#10;B)Directions on Stage Directions on Stage (USL,DSR, etc.)&#10;C)Descriptions or suggestions&#10;D)Neither B nor C

Accepted Answer

Stage Directions are both descriptions or suggestions of how characters should move or perform on stage, as well as specific directional placements like "USL" (upstage left) or "DSR" (downstage right).

Question 4

Which style of taping out typically requires more tape measures?&#10;A)Triangulation&#10;B)Coordinate (X, Y)&#10;C)Point to Point&#10;D)Center Out

Accepted Answer

The coordinate (X, Y) style of taping out requires two tape measures, one for each axis. The other styles only require one tape measure.

Question 5

If it is a stage direction in the script, your production MUST do the same thing

Accepted Answer

Stage directions in scripts serve as guidelines and can be adapted or interpreted differently by directors and production teams to suit their creative vision or practical constraints.

Deck 6: Pre-Production