What do you call the person who takes the play from a mere concept to an actual finished presentation?

DEPED COPY Quarter IV: ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE WITH THE USE OF MEDIA CONTENT STANDARDS

The learner demonstrates understanding of… 1. how theatrical elements (sound, music, gesture, movement, and costume) affect the creation and communication of meaning in a theater play/performance incorporated with media. 2. theater and performance as a synthesis of arts.


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Roles in a Stage ProductionProducerThis is the person who takes the play from a mere concept to an actual finished presentation. Heor she chooses all the team members and assigns them their functions, and oversees the casting of the actorsand actresses for the different roles.DirectorThe director is the overall artistic coordinator of the entire production. Like a conductor of anorchestra, he or she has a vision of the desired total effect and impact of the performance.PlaywrightFor a script intended for stage performance, the writer of the script is more specifically calledPlaywright. The initial concept or plot may be original, and then developed into a play script.Set designerThe concept and creation of the physical stage setup is the task of the set designer. The set maybe realistic and filled with authentic details; or it may be minimalist, merely suggesting the setting with a fewpieces of furniture or props and a simple backdrop.Lighting designerLighting is critical in creating the mood of each scene in the play, highlighting a dramaticmoment, signaling the entrance of a character, focusing attention on a specific spot on stage, or even providingthe blanket of darkness for set and props changes.Costume designerThe actors and actresses must look believable in their roles, and much of this is owed tothe costume designer. He or she then decides what attire will not only give the audience a clear sense of thesetting, but will also express each character’s personality and distinct qualities.Sound designerSound designer serves a vital role in creating and enhancing the atmosphere of theperformance. Also involved are special sound effects like thunder, birds chirping, rushing water, gunfire,passing cars, approaching footsteps, and the like. He or she adds detailed notes to the script to serve as aguide for the sound crew during rehearsals and the actual performanceProduction managerCoordinating all the complex behind-the-scenes details of staging a play is theproduction manager. He or she is tasked with overseeing the crews for the sets and props, the sound andmusic, the lighting, and the costumes.Technical directorThe technical director shadows the play’s director throughout the entire productionprocess. From the time the director presents his or her vision for the play and issues instructions at everyrehearsal, the technical director carefully notes how each actor and every member of the stage, sound, lighting,and costume crews need to be coordinated to bring the director’s vision to life—ensuring that every instructionis properly executed.Lesson2Roles in a Stage Production

MAPEH 10 FOURTH QUARTER1ARTS 10- LAS 2 Week 4-6ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE WITH THE USE OF MEDIA(Roles in a Stage Production)LET’S UNDERSTANDLESSON 2ROLES IN A STAGE PRODUCTIONPRODUCERis the person who takes the play from a mere concept to an actual finished presentation.He or she chooses all the team members and assigns them their functions and oversees the casting ofthe actors and actresses for the different roles.DIRECTOR-is the overall artistic coordinator of the entire production. He or she is responsible for themain vision of the desired total effect and impact of the performance.PLAYWRIGHTthe writer of the script. The script forms the basis of the entire production. It contains theexact lines of dialogue that each character will memorize and deliver on stage, often with notes on tone ofvoice, facial expression, and even movement or blocking.ACTORS/PERFORMERS-also called thespian is a person who portrays a character in a performance.He / She delivers the script, and work with the director to determine relationships with the othercharacters.The primary job of theater actors is to “breathe life” to the characters created by the playwrightand to present the vision of the director on stage.

Who coordinates all the concepts behind the scenes details of staging a play?

The Stage Management team is responsible for the organisation of the backstage crews and cast during performances as well as in the rehearsal room. It is often made up of a number of different stage management positions although in smaller productions there may only be one stage manager.

What are the roles in a stage production?

Stage production workers handle the behind-the-scenes tasks that are necessary for putting on theatrical performances. Their responsibilities include costume and set design, installing lights, rigging, sound equipment, and scenery, and set building for events in parks, stadiums, arenas, and other places.

Who is responsible for coordinating the plays music?

Stage Managers The stage manager is present at all performances. He/she communicates remotely with technical crew and calls all cues for lighting and sound effects, as well as coordinating the run crew for any scene changes that may be called for.

Who is in charge of the physical stage setup?

Stage managers are in charge of the physical stage area of theatres as well as the technical aspects such as lighting, sound, props and scenery.