These words and word-combinations may be of great use to you while speaking about theatre. Study these carefully

Act Act a part / role etc; well / badly acted Acting Actor Actress Admission fee Amateur Applaud A storm of applause Art Attendant Audience Balcony Ballet Ballet dancer Tutu A point shoe (a ballet shoe, ballet slipper); a ballet skirt Book Booked solid Box Cast (troupe) Comedy Comedian Company Concert hall To go to a concert of...

Conductor Conservatoire Costume Curtain Curtain call Director Drama Dress-circle Dress rehearsal Encore (виклик на біс) Flaw Footlights (рампа) Foyer (lobby) Gallery Gangway The gallery Play to the gallery (Theatre-) house Interval Intricate Leading (actor, actress, part) Lighting Light and sound effects. Make-up Matinee Melodrama Music (classical, symphony, folk, jazz, rock, pop, disco).

Musical instrument (strings: violin, cello, double bass, guitar; brass: trombone, French horn, tuba, trumpet; woodwind: flute, recorder, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon; percussion: cymbal, drum, xylophone; piano, accordion). Musical comedy Opera Opera glasses Operetta Orchestra pit Performance Give a perform­ance. Evening performance. Performing arts Philarmonic Pit Play Puppet theatre Put on a play ( = perform a play). Tragedy The wings Assistant director Make-up artist Hairstylist Scriptwriter Set Set designer (art director) Toplights (прожектори)

PHRASES AND WORD COMBINATIONS:

Exciting (play), charming (actress), touching (scene), convincing (statement), enjoyable (performance), pleasant (appearance), amusing (comedy, film, programme), splendid (per­formance; theatre audience), realistic (style, scenery), modern (play), symbolic (scenery), pic­turesque (scenery), skilful (scenery), impressive (film), small (part), classical /contemporary (play), unconvincing (character), distinct and clear (speech), calm and confident (manner), bril­liant (performance), enthusiastic (director), educational (programme).

Encore; to sing /dance /play an encore; bravo; to take a bow; to raise/drop the curtain; to shower smb with flowers; behind the scenes; to catcall an actor; to have smb's autograph.

Exercise 1. Transcribe and read the words. Translate them into Ukrainian.

Foyer, usher, scenery, gang-way, rehearsal, encore, prompter, matinee, auditorium, applause, flaw.

Exercise 2. Supply prepositions or adverbs where necessary:

Last night Mr. and Mrs. Smith went... the theatre. They had some discussion first as to what kind ... show to attend: a musical comedy or a drama. They decided ... a play (drama). ... the theatre they went first ... the box-office and asked ... two seats ... the orchestra. But the orchestra seats were sold ... and they were obliged to take two seats ... the first balcony. Once inside the theatre, they presented their tickets ... the usher and he directed them upstairs ... the proper aisle. First, however, Mr. Smith left (checked) his hat and coat ... the cloakroom (checkroom). A second usher, upstairs, led them ... their seats which were ... the fifth row ... the first balcony and also gave ... them a programme.

The Smiths enjoyed the play very much. It was a comedy, and the scene was laid ... Paris. The acting ... particular was very good. ... the end ... each act the audience applauded ... the actons loudly. There were two intervals ... which Mr. Smith went ... the lobby and smoked. The final curtain fell ... about eleven o'clock.

Exercise 3. Give English equivalents of the following. Make up sentences, using them.

складна система освітлення сцени, генеральна репетиція, глядацький зал, виконувати роль, театральні декорації, прем'єра, викликати на біс, передні ряди партеру, місця біля проходу, купувати квитки заздалегідь, аншлаг, режисер-постановник, виконавець головної ролі, склад виконавців, дублер, аплодувати, на гастролях, вибухнути оваціями, за кулісами, акторська вбиральня, велика (святкова) вистава або концерт, денна вистава, театрал, відома актриса, видатний драматург, перегравати, бути під глибоким враженням від.

Exercise 4. Choose the correct word.

1.1 never (to miss, to be late for) any new performances at the theatre. 2. Hurry up if you don't want (to miss, to be late) for the performance. Don't forget that you won't be let in after the lights have gone down. 3. My friend asked me if I knew what would (to run, to be on) at the Drama theatre on Sunday. 4. We can't say we (to enjoy, to be fond of) this play, though it's taken from a very interesting novel. 5. From his childhood he (to enjoy, to be fond of) classical music. 6. Did you (to enjoy, to be fond of) the performance?

Exercise 5. A.Use an English-English dictionary and give another word for:

Acting, performance, audience, leading, fascinating, amusing, artificial, touching, convincing, intelligent, prosperous, contemporary.

B. Invent some sentences with these words.

•Model: Acting = performing, artistry. We were very impressed by Nicholson's acting.

Exercise 6. Match the adjectives in part A with the fitting nouns in part B. Comment on the meaning of each phrase.

• Model: The leading actress plays the main part or role in a play or film.

A. Leading, amateur, thunderous, packed, classical, evening, rising, opening, projecting.

B. Screen, star, music, theatre, actress, house, applause, performance, night.

Exercise 7. Select the odd word that doesn't fit into a list, giving reasons for your choice.

 

A. 1. Thriller, 2. Musical, 3. A smash hit, 4. Romance, 5. Detective (film).

B. 1. Violin, 2. Guitar, 3. Trumpet, 4. Pipe, 5. Drum, 6. Piano, 7. Trombone, 8. Trump.

C. 1. Actor, 2. Actress, 3. Producer, 4. Theatre-goer, 5. Director, 6. Stage manager, 7. Playwright.

D. 1. Singer, 2. Dancer, 3. Actor, 4. Scriptwriter, 5. Performer, 6. Spectator.

E. 1. Balcony, 2. Box, 3. Gallery, 4. Floor, 5. Pit, 6. The stalls.

F. 1. Comedy, 2. Drama, 3. Melodrama, 4. Tragedy, 5. Cast.

G. 1. Jazz, 2. Cello, 3. Rock, 4. Pop, 5. Disco, 6. Symphony.

H. 1. Opera, 2. Operetta, 3. Film, 4. Aria, 5. Oratorio.

I. 1. Cameraman, 2. Director, 3. Set designer, 4. Scriptwriter, 5. Shot.

J. 1. Enjoyable, 2. Dull, 3. Amusing, 4. Splendid, 5. Pleasant.

Exercise 8. Match the words with their definitions, then use them to complete sentences 1-10.

v Applaud v Art v Audience v Ballet v Tutu v Book v Costume v Curtain call v Dress rehearsal   v Produce

Ø A group of people who watch and listen to someone speaking or performing in public Ø A performance in which a special style of dancing and music tells a story without any speaking Ø A short skirt made of many folds of stiff material worn by ballet dancers Ø A set of clothes that are typical of a particular place or historical period of time Ø An activity such as drama, poetry in which people try to create smth. beautiful or to express a particular idea or meaning through work. Ø The time at the end of a performance when trhe actors come out to receive applause. Ø The final practice of a play, opera, etc, using all the clothes that will be worn for the actual performance. Ø To arrange with a hotel, restaurant, theatre etc to go there at a particular time in the future Ø To control the preparation of a film, play etc and then show it to the public. Ø To hit your open hands together to show that you have enjoyed a play, concert, speaker, etc.

1. The strongest 20^th century …………. is film.

2. Some people in the ………….. stood up to their feet and welcomed the singer.

3. This composer wrote some beautiful ………..

4. The actors were all in national …………..

5. This play was ……………. at a London theatre.

6. Experience the sensual magic of Dirty Dancing with online advance ………..ing of official online Dirty Dancing Theater Tickets!

7. The ……. has been called one of the greatest costuming inventions of all time.

8. The …….… is intended to perfect the performance before the public sees it, making sure every detail of the show meets expectations.

9. Luciano Pavarotti holds the record for receiving 165 …………., more than any other artist.

10. Audiences are usually expected to ……….. after a performance, such as a musical concert, speech, or play.

Task 10. Fill in each blank with one word that best fits the meaning of each sentence.

1. Children are a splendid theatre ... .2. Actors need careful ... to produce any serious work in the theatre. 3. Every play needs picturesque ... to produce much stronger impression on the ... . 4. ... films are a success with the public. 5. There are some famous actors in the ... tonight. 6. The play is ... by J. Brown. 7. She gave a very good .... She was called several times. 8. Most of minor ... were extremely dull. 9. Will you book the tickets for the ...? 10. They saw the dress ... and the first... as well. 11. Seats for evening ... are more expensive than for the ... . 12. They needed a lot of ... for the battle scene. 13. The film was ... on location. 14. The film is ... in Ukrainian. 15. What's your favourite TV ...?

¨Remember the following words in italics and use them in sentences or situations of your own.

Celebrated, famous, eminent (very well-known and admired, outstanding), prominent (important and well-known), respected (very well thought of). Enjoyable, amusing, delightful, entertaining. Fabulous, amazing, fantastic, marvellous, wonderful.

Fame, acclaim (enthusiastic shout or demonstration of welcome or approval), celebrity (state of being well known; well-known person), eminence (position of superiority; distinction or high rank), stardom (position of being a top performer).

Interesting, absorbing (taking all one's attention), engrossing (occupying one's attention completely), fascinating (having great attraction), intriguing (rousing curiosity), riveting (holding firmly, usually in fascinated attention or horror), entertaining, spellbinding, thought-pro­voking.

Modern, up-to-date, avant-garde (producing or using an ultra-modern style, especially in art or literature), contemporary (belonging to the same period, present or past), novel (new, especially clever or unfamiliar), topical (related to, dealing with, or being a subject of present interest).

Task 1. A. Exchange your opinions on whom /what you consider to be an eminent film director; a prominent actor; a celebrated actress; an enjoyable film; an amusing play; fabulous scenery; an amazing/ wonderful performance; an interesting and absorbing play; an engrossing/fascinating and intriguing film; a riveting thriller; an entertaining comedy; a spellbinding romance; a thought-provoking television programme; a modern show; avant-garde art.

B. Say when: the Beatles were at the height of their fame; actors enjoy favourable acclaim; actors become celebrities; European film actors of eminence have festi­vals.

C. Say what helps actors rise to stardom.

Task 2. A. Pick out three-four synonyms in every list suggested. Look them up in an English-English dictionary, comment on their meanings. Use the words in situations of your own.

Applaud (clamorously, deafeningly, enthusiastically, thunderously).

Applause (boisterous, clamorous, deafening, enthusiastic, general, generous, hearty, heavy, prolonged, roaring, stormy, terrific, thunderous, tremendous; ovation; burst of ~; storm of~).

Fame (boundless, deathless, eternal, glorious, great, immense, immortal, lasting, lifelong, long, world-wide).

Talent (big, brilliant, distinguished, eminent, extraordinary, great, marked, rare, undoubted).

B. Say which word is appropriate in these sentences and why:

a) The audience ... applauded at the end of the song; b) The whole assembly ... applaud­ed him; c) They were jealous of Helen's ... fame; d) He rose rapidly to ... fame; e) The dele­gates burst into ... applause; f) The applause given to his decision was ... ; g) She's an actress of absolutely ... talent; h) He had a ... talent for music; i) This work calls for ... talents; j) He showed a ... talent for activity at an early age.

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