Question 1

_____The level of formality expressed through architecture and decoration within a theatre does not affect an audience's expectations or responses to a production

Accepted Answer

The level of formality expressed through architecture and decoration within a theatre can affect an audience's expectations or responses to a production. For example, a more opulent and grand venue may lead to higher expectations for the quality of the production, while a more intimate and casual setting may create a more relaxed and informal atmosphere for the audience.

Question 2

Assume that you will serve as either the costume or scene designer for any one of the plays you may have read in association with the course. Construct an essay that suggests your process in familiarizing yourself with the play. Consider the images you associate or emotional reactions you have in respect to specific scenes, and consider as well the structure of the play and the specific requirements it demands.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

_____Theatre artists are able, through careful collaboration and coordination of visual and aural signs, to ensure that the audience will fully interpret their intentions

Accepted Answer

While theatre artists can guide interpretation through visual and aural signs, individual audience members may interpret the performance differently based on their personal experiences, cultural background, and perceptions.

Question 4

_____ Which of these practitioners makes use of visual design?&#10;A) Actors&#10;B) Directors&#10;C) Designers&#10;D) All of the above&#10;E) None of the above&#10;True/False

Accepted Answer

Visual design is a key component in the work of directors and designers, who are directly involved in the visual aspects of a production or project. Actors, while not primarily responsible for visual design, contribute to the visual storytelling through their performances and thus can be considered part of the broader visual design process in a collaborative project. Therefore, all the listed practitioners make use of visual design in their work.

Question 5

_____Which is NOT a characteristic of the theatrical space?&#10;A) Size&#10;B) Degree of formality&#10;C) Location&#10;D) Configuration

Accepted Answer

Location is not a characteristic of the theatrical space itself, but rather where the space is situated geographically. Theatrical space characteristics typically include size, degree of formality, and configuration.

Question 6

Examine a painting or one of the many production photographs in The Essential Theatre. Identify how the various elements of visual design are used alone or in combination to create mood or atmosphere. Address how one or more of the principles of design may have been used to shape the elements to achieve this effect.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Examine a painting or one of the...

Question 7

_____In which arrangement is the audience seated on at least 2 but not more than 3 sides of the stage?&#10;A) Proscenium Arch&#10;B) Thrust&#10;C) Arena

Accepted Answer

In a thrust stage, the audience is seated on three sides of the stage, whereas in an arena stage, the audience is seated on all four sides. Therefore, the best choice for this question would be B.

Question 8

_____In which arrangement is a production's costumes likely to be the least detailed?&#10;A) Proscenium Arch&#10;B) Thrust&#10;C) Arena

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____In which arrangement is a production's costumes...

Question 9

_____In a flexible space theatre, the audience seating and performance areas may not be rigidly fixed

Accepted Answer

In a flexible space theatre, the seating and performance areas can be rearranged according to the needs of the production, allowing for a more versatile and dynamic theatrical experience.

Question 10

_____ The principles of design are: line, shape, space, color, texture, and ornamentation

Accepted Answer

The principles of design typically include balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, rhythm, and unity/variety, rather than the elements listed which are more accurately categorized as elements of design.

Question 11

_____ Small professional companies, such as Off-Off Broadway theatres, have more extensive auxiliary spaces than regional and university theatres usually do

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ Small professional companies, such as Off-Off...

Question 12

_____Which is NOT an element of design?&#10;A) Line&#10;B) Shape&#10;C) Harmony&#10;D) Texture

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____Which is NOT an element of design?&#10;A)...

Deck 11: Theatrical Space and Production Design