Behind the Scenes: Roles in a Stage Production

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Who is responsible for choosing the team members and assigning their functions in a professional stage production?

The producer (correct)

The actors

The director

The playwright

What is the primary role of the director in a stage production?

To write the script for the play

To manage the logistics of the production

To act in the play

To oversee the overall artistic vision of the performance (correct)

Who is responsible for financing or sourcing funds for a stage production?

The playwright

The director

The producer (correct)

The actors

What is another term for the writer of a script intended for stage performance?

Playwright Signup and view all the answers

Who oversees the casting of actors and actresses for the different roles in a stage production?

The producer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the producer in a professional stage production?

To take the play from concept to finished presentation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the set designer?

To build the set that simulates the world of the play Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the lighting designer's detailed notes on the script?

To ensure the lighting crew follows the plan during rehearsals and performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the costume designer?

To make the actors and actresses look believable in their roles Signup and view all the answers

What is the sound designer responsible for, apart from music?

Sourcing special sound effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the production manager?

To coordinate all the complex behind-the-scenes details Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the set designer's work?

A realistic or minimalist stage setup Signup and view all the answers

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Who is responsible for choosing the team members and assigning their functions in a professional stage production?

What is the primary role of the director in a stage production?

Who is responsible for financing or sourcing funds for a stage production?

What is another term for the writer of a script intended for stage performance?

Who oversees the casting of actors and actresses for the different roles in a stage production?

What is the primary role of the producer in a professional stage production?

What is the primary responsibility of the set designer?

What is the purpose of the lighting designer's detailed notes on the script?

What is the primary goal of the costume designer?

What is the sound designer responsible for, apart from music?

What is the role of the production manager?

What is the result of the set designer's work?

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