1.1 Theatre Roles


Have you ever wondered who makes the magic come to life on the stage? Certainly the first people we think of are the actors. Although the theatre depends on actors to perform the play, the actors depend on an expansive team of highly skilled and talented individuals never seen on the stage during the performance. Without the various roles being played out behind the scenes, the theatre would not exist. Theatre Arts 20 is an introduction to the world of theatre and the roles people play behind the scenes.

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You will have the opportunity to learn many new skills while taking on these various roles. Perhaps you are already looking at the Theatre as a potential career. It may be that you have no idea of what you will do after this course. One thing is for certain. You will learn valuable work and people skills which will help you in the future in whatever career you pursue.


Read the following presentation on the Major Roles in Theatre and make a note of each term. These notes will be organized into your Theatre Log.
 
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Updated July 18, 2005