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Cards in this set: Term Greek Orders Definition Styles of construction and ornamentation first used in Greek buildings; adopted by the Romans; most easily identified by the capitals; commonly used today as historical references. Term Capital Definition A decorative structure at the top of a column; this design is the easiest way to identify the Greek orders. Term Doric Definition The simplest of the Greek orders; the capital includes a round pillow-like stone topped by a flat, rectangular stone. Term Ionic Definition A Greek order; the capital consists of large scrolls. Term Corinthian Definition The most complex Greek order; the capital includes stylized leaves and scrolls. Term Post-and-Lintel Definition A structural system with a post spanned by a single piece (e.g. stone columns spanned by a single piece of stone); in wood this is called post and beam. Term Column Definition A free-standing vertical structural support. Term Fluting Definition The vertical grooves carved into columns. Term Arch Definition A curved structure that spans an opening. Term Roman Arch Definition An arch in the shape of a half circle; widely used by the Romans and again in the middle ages (identified as Romanesque). Term Gothic Arch Definition A pointed arch. Developed in the middle ages. Term Arcade Definition A series of arches side by side. Term Vault Definition A series of arches, one behind the next, that enclose a space, producing an arched ceiling. Term Tunnel Vault Definition The simplest of vaults, a continuous arched ceiling, with either round or pointed arches. Term Groin Vault Definition Occurs where two tunnel vaults of the same size intersect at a right angle. Term Dome Definition A structure that encloses a space by using a series of continuous arches on a continuous round base. Term Bearing-wall Construction Definition A structural method in which the building is held up by the outside walls, which must be thick and strong. Term Steel Cage Construction Definition A modern structural method that holds up a building with an internal frame of steel; the walls do not hold up the building as in earlier structural systems. Term Cantilever Definition An overhanging structure supported only on one side. Term Façade Definition The front of a building, often given special architectural design. Term Fenestration Definition The pattern of windows in a building. Term Scale Definition Building size as compared to the human body. Term Proportion Definition Comparative size of parts of a building measured against other parts of the building. Term Materials Definition Stone, brick, masonry, concrete, wood, steel, glass. Term Masonry Definition Brick or stone held together by mortar, a substance similar to concrete. Term Four Elements of Drama Definition Plot, live actor, theatrical space, theatrical event. Term Plot, live actor, theatrical space, theatrical event Definition Four elements of drama Term Plot Definition Series of closely related events. Term Live Actor Definition Live actor in the same space as the audience. Term Theatrical Space Definition Formal theater space or informal such as garage, basement, street corner. Term Theatrical Event Definition Actors and audience react to each other. Term Suspension of Disbelief Definition Audience is able to fully immerse themselves in the story taking place on stage; accepting improbability within the framework of the work of art. Term Aristotle Devices or Components of a Play Definition Plot, character, thought, diction, music and spectacle. Term Plot, Character, Thought, Diction, Music, and Spectacle Definition Aristotle devices or components of a play. Term Plot Definition Series of closely related events; story structure. Term Character Definition People of the play, vehicle through which the story is told. Term Thought Definition Theme, message, moral, central idea playwright is trying to get across. Term Diction Definition Language of the play: imagery, tone, and articulation. Term Music Definition All sound; rhythm of sounds and vocal tones. Term Spectacle Definition All visual aspects of the production. Term Proscenium Definition A stage framed by a large rectangular arch that divides playing space from the audience. Term Thrust Definition Stage that goes out into the audience area and is surrounded on three sides by seats. Term Arena (or Theater in the Round) Definition Stage is surrounded on all sides by seats. Term Black Box Definition Flexible space that can be configured for requirements of the production. Term Tragedy, Drama, Comedy, Melodrama, Farce, Musical Definition Theater genres Term Tragedy Definition Oldest form of recorded genre; serious play with protagonist of high social stature who has a flaw. Term Drama Definition A play with serious intent, but not universal significance; usually people of everyday type, but ending is often unhappy or at least serious. Term Comedy Definition A funny play often about serious human conflict. Term Melodrama Definition Stereotypical and sentimental drama. Term Farce Definition Play written purely for entertainment. Term Musical Definition Play combining dialogue, music, and often dance. Term Exposition, Conflict, Climax, Denouement Definition Dramatic Structure Term Exposition Definition Background information; introduces the characters, situation and problem. Term Conflict Definition Drama requires this; mechanism by which a situation becomes dramatic; begins with an inciting incident. Term Climax Definition The moment of maximum tension in the play when the primary conflict is resolved. Term Denouement Definition Resolution of conflict; new harmony or understanding has been reached. Term Dramatic Time Definition Things happen on stage faster than they do in real life and audience accepts this. Term Protagonist Definition Principal character in a dramatic action. Term Antagonist Definition The character who opposes the action. Term Director Definition Responsible for casting, rehearsal process, mounting of the play; communicates their vision for approach to the play to actors and designers. Term Designers Definition Provide the visual elements for the production including setting, costumes, lighting, props, and sound. Term Actors Definition People who bring the characters to life. Term Playwright Definition The author of the script. Term Concept or Production Approach Definition Vision of the entire production formulated and shared by the director. Term Representational Definition Plays that present life in a realistic manner; characters talk to each other without regard for the audience. Term Presentational Definition Characters deliver the material out to the audience in a less than realistic manner. Term Theatricality Definition Style of theater in which design and approach to the play is highlighted and not necessarily a historical representation; style is removed from observable reality. Term Acting Definition To behave truthfully under an imaginary set of circumstances. Term Blocking Definition Major movement on stage, usually predetermined and set by the director. Term Stage Business Definition Small actions performed by each character, necessary for specifically defining each character and for creating reality on stage. Term Monologue Definition A long speech, delivered by one character, which may be heard but not interrupted by other is his/her presence. Term Soliloquy Definition A speech wherein a character verbalizes his/her thoughts aloud while alone. Term Direct Performance Definition Presentational in intent, meaning that the character(s) acknowledge the presence of the audience by speaking directly to them. Term Aside Definition A speech wherein a character expresses his/her thoughts in words audible to the audience but supposedly unheard by the other characters on stage. Term Fourth Wall Definition The imaginary wall between the actors and the audience. Term Rhythm Definition Energy, long or angular, fast or slow Term Theme/Image/Storyline Definition What the dance is trying to communicate. Term Mise-en-Scene Definition Everything around the dance; stage, props, etc. Term On Point Definition On the toes. Term Divertissement Definition Dancing for dancing's sake. Term Corps de Ballet Definition All the backup dancers. Term Labanotation Definition Pictures and words that describe what a dancer does. Term Blind Arcades Definition Arches that have something behind them that you can't see through. Term Character Simulation Definition Actor looks like the character. Term Character Embodiment Definition Actor becomes the character. Term Pacing Definition Rate of the play. Term Dialogue Definition Conversation between two or more people.