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Music in Musical Theater and Kabuki

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What is the primary function of music in musical theater?

To provide a background for the dialogue
To entertain the audience and add enjoyment to the play
To narrate the story of the play
To set the tone and atmosphere for the performance (correct)

What is the traditional Japanese instrument used to accompany Kabuki performances?

Shamisen (correct)
Suling
Kendang
Saron

What is the primary function of Gamelan ensemble in Wayang Kulit performances?

To establish the mood of each scene (correct)
To entertain the audience
To provide a rhythmic background for the puppet show
To narrate the story of the play

What is the characteristic of Peking Opera?

Combines music, vocal performance, pantomime, dance, and acrobats (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the traditional Indonesian theatrical form characterized as a shadow puppet show?

Wayang Kulit (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of music in Peking Opera?

To convey emotions and mood (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the double-reed flute commonly used in Peking Opera?

Sona or Suona (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Loi Krathong Festival in Thailand?

To pay respect to the spirit of water (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the festival in Thailand where people release sky lanterns?

Yi Peng Festival (B) Signup and view all the answers

What visual elements are commonly observed in the Balinese Dance Festival?

Visual elements such as shape and pattern (C) Signup and view all the answers