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Word/Term Definition/Meaning

Motif An incomplete phrase or intent, capable of being developed.

Musicality The attention and sensibility to the musical elements of dance while
creating or performing.

Performance Elements of presentation for communication to include focus
projection, interpretation and awareness in realising concept/intent.

Performance style Elements used in the realisation of a work in performance, for example,
storytelling style, carnival style.

Permanent set A set that is divided into several smaller sets to represent the various
locales of the play.

Playmaking Creating a dramatic performance through the use of improvisation
techniques. Also called devising.

Portfolio An organised collection of materials demonstrating a creative process.

Practical An adjective applied to any property or piece of scenery that is expected to
work or to be used by actors.

Pre-set Lighting and props set up in advance for a performance.

Producer The individual/company/organisation that takes the responsibility of the
cost of the realisation of an artistic work.

Production choices The choice of elements that the director makes for the realisation of a
concept of an artistic work.

Prompt Book The book kept by the stage manager or director.

Props/Properties Every article on stage except the scenery.

Proscenium The stage opening that separates the audience from the actors on a
traditional stage. The arch that frames the stage opening.

Rail Either the bottom or the top horizontal parts of the framework of a flat.

Ramp A sloping passageway leading from a lower to a higher level, used in place
of steps.

Rostrum/Platform Platform for raising part of the stage. One of a series of rostra for building
a movable stage.

Script The written dialogue, description, and directions provided by the
playwright.

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