Live Theatre Review – Evaluation of performance techniques

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Live Theatre Review – Evaluation of performance techniques

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Live Theatre Review – Evaluation of performance techniques

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Instructions: Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple choice questions, circle the correct option. For short answer questions, provide a concise response. For true/false questions, indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A

Multiple Choice Questions

Select the correct answer for each question.
1.
What is the primary purpose of a theatre review?
AA) To summarize the plot
BB) To critique the performance
CC) To provide background on the playwright
DD) To discuss the historical context
2.
Which performance technique involves the use of body movements to convey emotions?
AA) Vocal projection
BB) Blocking
CC) Gesture
DD) Monologue
3.
What term describes the way actors are positioned on stage?
AA) Staging
BB) Choreography
CC) Blocking
DD) Direction
4.
Which element is NOT typically analyzed in a theatre review?
AA) Set design
BB) Actor's wardrobe
CC) Audience reactions
DD) Ticket prices
5.
What is meant by 'vocal projection' in theatre?
AA) Speaking loudly
BB) Using varied tone
CC) Clarity of speech
DD) All of the above
6.
Which aspect of a performance does 'pacing' refer to?
AA) The speed of dialogue delivery
BB) The set changes
CC) The music tempo
DD) The lighting changes
7.
Which term describes the emotional atmosphere created by the performance?
AA) Tone
BB) Theme
CC) Mood
DD) Style
8.
What is 'characterization' in performance?
AA) The physical appearance of an actor
BB) The way an actor portrays a character
CC) The character's backstory
DD) The dialogue spoken by a character
9.
In a theatre review, which of the following is an appropriate term to describe a strong actor's performance?
AA) Lackluster
BB) Captivating
CC) Uninspired
DD) Tedious
10.
What does the term 'ensemble' refer to in a theatre context?
AA) The main character
BB) A group of actors working together
CC) The director's vision
DD) The audience's reaction
B

True/False Questions

Circle True or False for each statement.
1.
A theatre review should include personal opinions only.
2.
Blocking is an essential part of staging a performance.
3.
Actors do not need to focus on vocal clarity when performing.
C

Short Answer Questions

Answer each question in the space provided.
1.
Name three key elements you should evaluate when reviewing a live theatre performance.
2.
How can lighting affect the mood of a performance?
3.
What is the importance of audience engagement in theatre?
4.
Describe one technique an actor uses to portray a character's emotional state.
5.
What role does a director play in a theatre production?

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4/14/2025
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