Question 1

During the performance run, you should keep the prompt book on your person at all times.

Accepted Answer

The prompt book, also known as the "book" or "script," is typically kept at the prompt desk or in the control booth during performances, not on the person of the stage manager or assistant. It is used to follow along with the performance, cue lights, sound, and actors, and to note any deviations from the script or technical issues.

Question 2

With whom will you coordinate opening the house?&#10;A)House Manager&#10;B)Doorperson&#10;C)Head Usher&#10;D)Box Office Manager

Accepted Answer

The House Manager is responsible for coordinating the opening of the house, ensuring that everything is set up properly, and that the audience is able to enter smoothly. They will also do a final check to make sure that all safety protocols are in place before the performance begins. The other options, such as the Doorperson and Head Usher, may help with seating and assisting patrons, but they do not have the same level of responsibility or authority as the House Manager. The Box Office Manager is primarily responsible for ticket sales and customer service, and is not typically involved in opening or running the house.

Question 3

Besides safety and calling cues, what is the SM's biggest responsibility during the performance run?&#10;A)Planning cast events&#10;B)Maintaining the artisticintegrity of the show&#10;C)Giving nit-picky line notes&#10;D)Cleaning the dressingrooms

Accepted Answer

The SM's biggest responsibility during the performance run is to maintain the artistic integrity of the show. This includes ensuring that each element of the production is executed according to the director's vision, making sure the actors are giving consistent performances, and making any necessary adjustments to the technical elements of the show. Planning cast events, giving nit-picky line notes, and cleaning the dressing rooms are all important tasks, but they are secondary to the main responsibility of maintaining the artistic integrity of the show.

Question 4

The performance report should include all of these EXCEPT:&#10;A)Notes for each department&#10;B)House Count&#10;C)Snarky comments about theperformance&#10;D)Run Times

Accepted Answer

Snarky comments about performance should not be included in a professional performance report. The report should focus on objective data and analysis to identify areas of improvement and successes.

Question 5

Photocall should always be run backward.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. There is no specific rule for running a photocall backward. It depends on the preference of the photographer and the client's needs.

Deck 12: Performances and Beyond