MT4 Musical Theatre IV - Unit 1A Vocabulary

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  1. 4. The ensemble of performers, including actors, singers, and dancers, involved in a musical theatre production.
  2. 6. The highest natural adult male vocal range, known for its clarity and power.
  3. 7. The collective group of spectators or listeners present at a musical theatre performance.
  4. 9. The complete musical arrangement, including all vocal and instrumental parts, for a musical theatre production.
  5. 13. A comedic subgenre of musical theatre characterized by exaggerated and improbable situations, physical humor, and mistaken identities.
  6. 17. A genre of musical theatre characterized by exaggerated emotions, suspenseful situations, and a clear distinction between heroes and villains.
  7. 19. A recurring musical theme associated with a specific character, emotion, or idea in a musical theatre production.
  8. 22. The opening section of a musical, setting the tone and introducing key themes or characters.
  9. 25. The sound produced by a singer, representing their unique vocal qualities and abilities
  10. 26. A term often used to describe a female performer, typically a lead singer, who possesses exceptional vocal skills and stage presence.
  11. 28. The highest female vocal range, characterized by a bright and soaring quality.
  12. 31. A female vocal range that falls between soprano and alto.
  13. 33. A style of vocal singing in which the text is delivered in a manner resembling speech.
  14. 34. A narrative song within a musical theatre production that tells a story through lyrics and melody.
  15. 35. A genre of musical theatre characterized by humor, wit, and lighthearted storytelling.
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  1. 1. A serious opera that focuses on dramatic and tragic themes.
  2. 2. A male voice with a range that extends into the upper registers typically associated with female voices.
  3. 3. A break in the performance, typically between acts, allowing the audience and performers to rest.
  4. 5. A light and often humorous form of musical theatre that blends spoken dialogue with musical numbers.
  5. 8. The lowest female vocal range, characterized by a deep and resonant quality
  6. 10. A specific type of musical theatre production characterized by a line of performers who dance and sing in unison.
  7. 11. The individual responsible for crafting the lyrics (words) of the songs in a musical.
  8. 12. A male vocal range that falls between tenor and bass.
  9. 14. A musical interlude that occurs between acts or scenes of a musical theatre production, providing a transition and often featuring instrumental music or dance.
  10. 15. A category or style that defines the overall theme, tone, and artistic approach of a musical theatre production.
  11. 16. The individual responsible for creating the musical score and melodies of a musical.
  12. 18. In musical theatre, an aria is a solo vocal piece, typically featuring a character expressing their emotions and thoughts through a melodious and expressive musical composition.
  13. 20. An extremely low bass voice, known for its powerful and sonorous quality
  14. 21. The written text or script of a musical, including the dialogue, lyrics, and stage directions.
  15. 23. A group of singers and dancers who perform together as a collective entity, providing vocal and visual support to the main characters.
  16. 24. A comic opera that emphasizes humor, witty dialogue, and lighthearted storytelling.
  17. 27. The lowest adult male vocal range, known for its depth and resonance.
  18. 29. The words or text of a song in a musical theatre production.
  19. 30. An instrumental piece played at the beginning of a musical theatre production, serving as an introduction to the main themes and melodies of the show.
  20. 32. The lower female vocal range, known for its warmth and depth.