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THA 110
Chapter 1
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Undergraduate 1
02/03/2011

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Followspot
Definition
a lighting instrument with a high-intensity, narrow beam; mounted in a stand that allows it to tilt and swivel so the beam can "follow" an actor
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Production team
Definition
everyone working, in any capacity, on the production of the play
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Production design team
Definition
the producer, director, and scenic, costume, lighting, sound, and other designers who develop the visual and aural concepts for the production
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Production concept
Definition
the creative interpretation of the script, which will unify the artistic vision of producer, director, and designers
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Production meeting
Definition
a conference of appropriate production personnel to share information
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Supernumerary
Definition
an actor, normally not called for in the script, used in a production; an extra, a walk-on
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Technical rehearsals
Definition
run-throughs in which the set, lights, props, and sound are introduced into the action of the play
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Blocking
Definition
movement patterns, usually of actors, on the stage
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Shift rehearsal
Definition
a run-through without actors to practice changing the scenery and props
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Cue
Definition
a directive for action, for example, a change in the lighting
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Lighting rehearsal
Definition
a run-through without the actors to look at the intensity, timing, and placement of the various lighting cues
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Dress rehearsal
Definition
a run-through in which the actors wear costumes and makeup
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Prompt book
Definition
a copy of the script with details about each actor's blocking as well as the location of all sets, props, lights, and sound cues
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Stage business
Definition
a specific action, also known as a "bit" performed by an actor during the play
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Call
Definition
to tell specific crew members when to perform their cues
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Properties
Definition
such elements as furniture, lamps, pictures, table linens, bric-a-brac, and window drapes that provide the finished set with visual character
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Plate
Definition
a sheet of mechanical drawings, drawn to scale
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Shift
Definition
to change the position of the scenery, props, or stage equipment
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Hanging
Definition
placing lighting instruments and equipment in the designated positions on the light plot
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Focusing
Definition
directing light from the lighting instruments to a specific area
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Running
Definition
controlling or operating some aspect of production
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Circuit
Definition
to connect a lighting instrument to a stage circuit
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Patch
Definition
to connect a stage circuit to a dimmer circuit
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Hookup sheet
Definition
a sheet containing pertinent information (hanging position, circuit, dimmer, color, lamp wattage, focusing notes) about every lighting instrument used in the production. Also known as an instrument schedule
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Color media
Definition
the colored plastic, gel, or glass filters used in lighting instruments
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Focus
Definition
to direct light from a lighting instrument to a specific location
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Warp and weft
Definition
the vertical and horizontal threads in a fabric
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Dress
Definition
in this context, dress refers to the process of curling, combining, teasing, and/or brushing necessary to maintain the style of a wig or hairpiece
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Street makeup
Definition
makeup worn in everyday life
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Sound-reinforcement system
Definition
the amplification of sound coming from the stage
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