WHAT TO KNOW

A. Philippine Theater Groups

1. What are the active theater groups in the Philippines specializing in original plays
written in Filipino?
The active theater groups in the Philippines are:
Gantimpala Theater Foundation,
Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA),
Dulaang UP,
Teatro Tomasino and
Tanghalang Ateneo.
2. Name two performing groups that present adaptations of foreign plays, primarily
in English.
- Repertory Philippines, Trumpets, and New Voice Company.
3. Which theater company has produced a number of actors and actresses who
have gone on to become stars on the international stage?
- Repertory Philippines.
4. Which theater company tends to present productions with thought-provoking
content?
- New Voice Company
5. Name the production group that focuses on family-oriented and values-rich
performances.
- Philippine theater group Trumpets
6. Which performance company aims to develop both performers and audiences
for classical music theater?
-The Philippine Opera Company
7. What do you note as two of the main objectives that Philippine theater groups
have in common? Explain these briefly.
- First is to showcase not only their talent but also the art of playing in the
theatre. Their act is different from the usual acts we might see on television or
even in films. Their act is full of emotions and creativity. The second in the main
objective is the Philippine theater groups are trying their best to restore the
Philippine Theater Arts. They don't really compete, but encourage everyone to
treasure this artistic culture of ours.

B. Roles in a Stage Production

1. How is the director of a play similar to an orchestra conductor? Explain briefly.
- The director of a play and an orchestra conductor are similar in many ways
because both manage the team involved in the whole production to give the
required performance. Both plan an output, break it up into pieces and assign the
parts to the respective person in the team.
2. Which member of the production team shadows the director? Briefly describe his
or her role.
 - The stage manager of the production team shadows the director.The stage
manager's duty is to present the director his or her imagination or idea about the
play from time to time
3. What is the creator of the script for stage performance called?
- Playwright
4. Out of the many roles required in a stage production, name three that are
involved with the physical setup and mood of the performance area.
- Set designer, Lighting designer and Sound designer
5. Name two other roles that are responsible for the physical appearance of the
different characters on stage.
- Costume designer and Makeup designer
6. What is another name for the technical rehearsal? Why was it given this name?
- dress rehearsal because it is performed in full costume and makeup
WHAT TO UNDERSTAND
1. What is your impression of the theater industry in the Philippines?
- Theatre in the Philippines has been significant in the country's history as it was
based on indigenous rituals and early chronicles state that it had three components:
myth, spectacle, and mimesis.Performing Arts in the Philippines. The Cultural Center of
the Philippines is considered to be the premiere place for performing arts. It has local
and international world-class guest artists. The kundiman folk music is a popular music
form that is unique to the Philippine islands.

2.Would you like to attend a stage production of the various theater groups? What type
of play most interests you, and why?
- I would love to attend a stage production of the various theater groups. My personal
preference on the type of play would be that of comedy because I love to watch
comedic plays. Its impact on me is quite therapeutic and I believe stage production is
way more entertaining than the other forms of presentations.
3.How do you feel about the Philippine theater performers who have become stars on
both the local and international stage?
- I feel happy and the same time proud of them because they are Filipinos and they use
their talents a lot. When I look at the Television for like theatre stuff, I don't see any
Filipinos on stage happily doing their own thing (Except Lisa from Korean pop because
she a Filipino). And I have a few words for them "Good luck".
4.Can you envision yourself being involved in the theater arts in some way?
- No
5.Would you consider a full-time (or part-time) career in this field?
- I think I consider this as part time.
D. Word Hunt: (13 points) You are going to find words that are related to the principles
of composition and organization in theater art. There are 13 words to look for.

1. variation 8. subordination
2. dynamics 9. harmony
3. proportion 10. selectivity
4. movement 11. focus
5. logic 12. plot
6. contrast 13. unity
7. balance

E. Matching Type: (9 points) Match column A with column B. Write the letter of the
correct answer on the blanks.
Festivals/Theater Art Forms:
A. B.
___B___1. Ati-Atihan- Philippines a.

___D___2. Lantern Festival-Thailand b.

__A____3. Kodo Taiko Drum Festival-Japan c.

____C__4. Bali Dance Festival- Indonesia d.

__H____5. Sarswela-Philippines e.

___I___6. Kabuki-Japan f.

__F____7. Wayang Kulit-Indonesia g.

__F____8. Peking Opera-China h.

___G___9. Nang Shadow Puppetry-Thailand i.

F. Ball Designing: (9 points) Aside from the musical/stage plays or festivals that you
have seen in your previous tasks, are there any other stage plays or festivals that you
already know? Make your own ball design and write your answers on the ball. Below is
an example of a ball design.
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is called Black Nazarene because of the statue's color which is black, the statue is over 400
years old and is stored in the Basilica of Black Nazarene or popularly known as Quiapo
Church. Devotees flock to streets barefooted and push against each other to get to the
statue in belief it would give blessings and miracles.

Michel Schonberg, based on the novel by writer

FESTIVAL
Bulaklakan Festival

Bulaklakan festival was celebrated in Muntinlupa

every 1st of January ,  Bulaklaka(n) literally
means flower in Tagalog. Parade of flowers and
costumes are held.

LEARNING GOALS
After you have learned our objectives and have answered your pre/diagnostic
test, based on the results of your tests you may now create your own goals. You have
to set your own goals in order to achieve our objectives. You may now formulate your
own goals by writing a letter in your diary.
In this module, I would like to
learn about...

Date: ____________________
Dear Diary,
It’s the last modules. I have learned so much about the original performance with
the use of media.
 Based on the Pre-assessment activities, we will be learning about Asian
Festivals and Theater Art Forms. In this modules,
I would like to learn about: the different types of _Theatrical Forms
I would like to know how to:Act,Sing and Dance while throwing the lines of in the
scrip.
I would like to understand why or how:They create such an amazing
performances to satisfy the viewers and give justice to each character they were
portraying.
Your friend,
Lovely

Activity: China, Japan, Indonesia, and Thailand Theater Arts

Option: Video Clips Presentation and Group Reporting:
Hello! You are going to watch China’s Peking Opera, Japan’s Kabuki, Indonesia’s
Wayang Kulit and Thailand’s Nang Puppet show. While you are watching the videos
you will be given guide questions to answer. You may answer this individually or in
groups. Refer to linkages on the reference page if the CD is not available.
1. Tell something about the Chinese Peking Opera. Describe the make-up and
movements done in the play.
Make up: It starts with a layer of white oil-based makeup, which is followed by peach-
red rouge from the eyebrows down to the eyes and cheeks, thick black lines around the
eyes and eyebrows, and then coloured lipstick to draw attention to the lips
Movements: Peking Opera, also known as Beijing Opera, is a traditional form of
theatrical art from China that combines music, vocal performance, pantomime, dance,
and acrobatics.
2. Write some spectacular things that you see on the stage of Japan’s Kabuki play?
How did the costumes in the play make it more interesting to watch?
It becomes clear that the entire cast is male throughout the play. It implies that only men
should fill all of the roles. However, you might not notice that right away while watching
the play. Exaggeration is a hallmark of Japanese theatre or Kabuki plays. When I say
exaggeration, it means exaggerated costumes, makeups, and they even wear hilarious
wigs. It's more entertaining to watch because even their actions are exaggerated.
3. Describe how the Wayang Kulit puppets are performed in the play. How did the stage
set up, sounds, and lights affect the show?
The audience is captivated by Wayang Kulit, an Indonesian form of shadow puppetry,
thanks to its captivating plots and expert puppeteering. To help the viewer distinguish
between the various characters, the puppets, which are made of buffalo hide, are
painstakingly detailed down to the smallest aspect of costume and colour. The dhalang
uses gesture and deft hands to tell stories about kings, princesses, ogres, and knights.
Although cotton sheets and oil lamps were once used in traditional productions to create
the light show, these days electric bulbs or other light sources are used instead.
4. Compare Thailand’s Nang (shadow puppet show) to Indonesian’s Wayang Kulit
using the chart below.

Name of Materials Movements Story

Puppet Shadow Used
Theater
1. it Its They are It is derived
Thailand’s characters are manipulated with from Asian
Nang made from rods that control Shadow plays,
intricately cut out movements of the from India to
and articulated arms and legs. Javanese and also
shapes of leather. Nang Yai puppets spread to
do not have Southern
movable limbs. Thailand.
2. Nang The the puppets Wayang
Indonesian’s puppets are made are moved behind Kulit, an
Wayang Kulit of buffalo hide and a white cotton or Indonesian form of
intricately unbleached muslin shadow puppetry,
designed, down to screen by a holds the
the most minute dalang, or audience’s
detail of costume “puppetmaster”. attention with
and color, to help The dalang riveting storylines
the audience presides over the executed
distinguish shadow play as its masterfully by the
 between the sole controlling dhalang, or
different performer who puppeteer.
characters. tells the story, and
interprets
characters and
dialogue using a
variety of voices.

Guide Questions:
1. What are things that amaze you in the Spring festival of China? Write your
impressions.
- One of the biggest festivals in China, the Lantern Festival celebrates the first full moon
of the lunar calendar and takes place at the end of Chinese New Year. The festival is all
about forgiveness and sharing love between friends and family.The Chinese New Year,
or Spring Festival, is the most important holiday in Mainland China and is also
celebrated by millions of ethnic Chinese around the world.

2. Describe the music and movements of the drummers of Japan’s Taiko Drum festival.
- In many taiko styles (including Tamashii's), movement is just as important as rhythm,
so in our view, taiko can be thought of as 50% dance and 50% music. Taiko movements
also tend to be hard and fast, and generally very tiring.
3. What were the facial expressions, body movements, and costumes of the Bali
dancers?
- Balinese dance could be very complex. The dancer has a view to exercize all of her
body's components from head-to-toe.The most essential aspect the dancer desires is to
consider that he/she has to constantly bend her knees, her back, and continues her
shoulders wide open.
4. What is the function of the Loy Krathong (sky lantern) festival?

- The purpose of Loy Krathong is to seek forgiveness from the Goddess of Water, so
we shouldn't stop doing it. We'd better reduce waste and use krathong made from
natural biodegradable materials. In Ayutthaya, people use krathong made of fish food
and bread. Ice krathong are fine because they are biodegradable too

Understanding Check: Multiple Choice

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers on a separate
sheet of paper or in your notebook.
1. The Peking Opera costume is called___________.
a. Balinese costumes c. Saya and barong tagalog
b. Kimono and obi d. Xingtou

2. The performance element that includes both acrobatics and fighting with all manner
of weaponry in Peking Opera is ______.
a. Combat c. Speech
b. Dance-Acting d. Song

3. ______ is the main male role in Peking opera.

a. Dan c. Jing
b. Chou d. Sheng

4. Red color on make-ups in Peking Opera means__________.

a. suspicious and craftiness
b. roughness and fierceness
c. courage, bravery and uprightness
d. fierceness, ambition and cool headedness
5. There are always props of these on stage in Peking Opera.
a. Bed and pillows c. Drums and cymbals
b. Chairs and tables d. Wood blocks and sticks

Understanding Check: Multiple Choice

Directions: Read the questions carefully and choose the correct answer. You may write
your answers on a separate sheet of paper or in your notebook.
1. A platform that raises the performers from below the stage in Japan’s Kabuki.
a. Hanamichi c. Mawaro butal
b. Kogakudo d. Suppon

2. It is a Japanese terminology which means male roles.

a. Aragoto c. Suppon
b. Onna-gata d. Hanamichi

3. It is the Japanese traditional drama.

a. Kabuki c. Nang
b. Peking opera d. Wayang Kulit

4. In Kabuki theater art, fan as props symbolizes ______.

a. Bird c. rain
b. insects d. wind

5. The female characters in Kabuki wear an elaborate

a. Balinese costumes c. Saya and Barong Tagalog
b. Kimono and obi d. Xingtou

Understanding Check: Multiple Choice

Directions: Read the questions carefully and choose the correct answer. Write your
answers on a separate sheet of paper or in your notebook.
1. It is the shadow puppet of Indonesia.
a. Kabuki c. Peking Opera
b. Nang d. Wayang Kulit

2. The Indonesian shadow puppet theater shows are based on the stories of
_____________.
a. Biag Ni Lam-ang c. Ramayana and Mahabharata
b. Nagarakretagama d. The Tale of the Heike

3. The puppeteer of Java, Indonesia is called ____________.

a. Blencong c. Gawang
b. Dalang d. Kothak

4. The performances of shadow puppet theaters are accompanied by the music of

____________.
a. Gamelan c. Piano
b. Guitar d. Rondalla

5. Indonesian puppet theaters are performed with shadows that are cast on a
________________.
a. cotton screen and an oil lamp c. Tarpaulin and spotlight
b. Japanese paper and lampshade d. Transparent plastic and flashlight

Understanding Check: Multiple Choice

Directions: Read the questions carefully and write your answer on a separate sheet of
paper or in your notebook.
1. The shadow puppets in Thailand are _________.
a. Leather Monkey Show c. Togalu Gombeyaata
b. Nang d. Wayang Kulit
2. The puppet given is an example of:
a. Nang Talung c. Wayang Golek
b. Nang Yai d. Wayang Kulit

3. ___________ is played with leather puppets, each representing a separate character

and usually possess a movable, jointed arm controlled by a string.
a. Nang Talung c. Wayang Golek
b. Nang Yai d. Wayang Kulit

4. The characters in Nang are the following, except___________.

a. gods and goddesses, c. magical figures
b. kings and queens, d. current events

5. It is the teacher and presenter of Nang Talung.

a. Sida c. Nang Yai
b. Ramayana d. Nai Nang

Activity: The different important aspects of a theater show are written in the table
below. Use these as your guide for comparing the different theater art forms of Asia.
Basic Elements of Theater Art Forms:
Theater Musi Performers/ Stage/ Costumes Visual
Arts c Puppets Props Effects
Peking The The Musicians The The highest
Opera- two main performers are visible characters aim is to put
China melodies utilize four infront of performing beauty into
used are Xipi main skills the stage. are Sheng every
and such Whip, fans, –Male motion, that
Erhuang. as,song,speec and ore are role,Dan- is why they
usually female role, determined
h, dance-acting
used as Jing- conventions
and combat.
props of painted of
the play. face male movement.
role, and
Chou-male
clown.

Kabuki These Kabuki are Co Kabu

Japan include vocal is a classical often quite stumes are ki make-up,
music known form of interesting. swung from provides an
 as nagauta, Japanese Flowing sticks or element of
created dance-drama. water is manipulate style easily
through song Kabuki theatre usually d by recognizabl
and is known for its represente helpers who e even by
shamisen (a heavily-stylised d by come on those
type of performances, fluttering stage unfamiliar
roles of dressed in
stringed the often- with the art
linen; and black
instrument), glamorous form.
creatures hooded
and costumes worn like insects robes so
instrumental by performers, and foxes. they are
ensembles Props often invisible to
or narimono, have the
created by symbolic audience.
many meanings. The female
different Fans are characters
types of used to generally
instruments, symbolize wear an
especially wind, a elaborate
sword, a kimono and
percussion
tobacco obi. Pleated
and fue
pipe, hakuma
(flute). waves or trousers are
food. worn by
characters
of sexes.
Actors
playing both
sexes often
have a
supported
midriff
because a
straight and
curveless
figure are
regarded
the essence
of beauty.

Wayang Waya • • • •
Kulit- ng kulit is The Lacy Each The
Indonesi accompanie performances shadow shadow Dalang or
a d by the are normally images are play figure shadow
music of the accompanied projected is made artist,
gamelan. by a on linen from raw manipulates
 combination of screen with cowhide carved
songs and a coconut that has leather
chants. oil lamp or been dried figures
electric and then between the
light. cut into lamp and
linen the screen
to bring the
shadows to
life.
Nang - Durin Perform Pup he Nan
Thailand g the show, ances are pets are puppet g means
a Thai traditionally made of figures are "leather"
instrumental held in open painted made from ("leather
ensemble spaces such as buffalo perforated puppet" in
(usually a lawn or hide, while cow or this case),
a piphat) village dirt the story is buffalo and in
plays music space. A white narrated by hide, each common
appropriate cloth screen songs, weighing usage refers
to each about 16 chants and about three to a dance-
episode, metres (52 ft) music. or four drama
synchronized long and 6 kilograms.  shadow
with the metres (20 ft) puppet
puppets' high, with a show.
action.  decorated
border, is
stretched
across the
stage. Behind
the screen, a
bonfire is lit to
project the
puppets'
shadows
(electric lights
are often used
instead now).

Which of the theater art forms discussed in this quarter do you like best? Why?
- Either the Wayang Kulit or the Nang, because, it is a unique performance of
presenting a fantasy-oriented story. It feels like you are watching an animation.
Also, I have not seen a Shadow Play in theaters before.

Understanding Check: Multiple Choice

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. Traditional Chinese dance that is usually seen during the Chinese New Year
Celebration. This dance is based on a mythical creature believed by the Chinese
people.
a. Dragon dance c. Snake dance
b. Lion dance d. Bali dance

2. The dragon dance team _____________ the movements of the river spirit in a
flowing, rise and fall manner.
a. Pantomime c. Mimics
b. Tableau d. Sings

3. The Chinese people believe that performing the Lion and Dragon dances ___.
a. makes the country more wealthy
b. drives the bad luck and evil spirits away
c. tells the people to reconcile
d. makes the people more healthy

4. Men and children usually wear _________ every Chinese New year or Spring
festival.
a. Balinese Costumes c. Kung Fu Suits
b. Kimono d. Saya and Barong Tagalog

5. Which of the following props cannot be seen in Spring festival?

a. Chinese Fans c. Dragon Puppets
b. Chinese Lanters d. Wayang Kulit Puppets

Understanding Check: Multiple Choice

Directions: Read the questions carefully before you answer. Write your answers on a
separate sheet of paper or in your notebook.
1. It is the Japanese drumming festival.
a. Chinese New Year Festival c. Dragon Festival
b. Kodo Taiko Drum Festival d. Balinese Dance Festival

2. The Taiko drums with other traditional instruments like _____ are visible in their
performance.
a. Erhu c. Koto
b. Fue and shamisen d. Shakuhachi

3. Kodo means______.
a. Heartbeat c. Stick’s beat
b. Drum’s beat d. Percussion beat

4. Taiko drum festivals usually last for_________.

a. 5 hours and 30 minutes c. 3 hours and 30 minutes
b. 4 hours and 40 minutes d. 1 hour and 40 minutes

5. How do you call the Taiko drummer in Japanese?

a. Hachimaki c. Odaiko
b. Tabi d. Uchite
Understanding Check: Multiple Choice
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on your paper.
1. An ancient dance tradition that comes from Indonesia.
a. folk dance c. jazz
b. Bali dance d. modern

2. The two epic dances of Bali dance are _____________.

a. ethnic or folk dance c. Mahabharata and Ramayana
b. solo or group dance d. court and ballroom dances

3. Balinese dance movements are associated with rhythms and produced by _____.
a. gamelan c. piano
b. guitar d. orchestra

4. _______________are important in Javanese and Balinese dance as in India.

a. Feet and legs position c. Head and shoulder movements
b. Hand positions and facial expressions d. Waist and arms position

5. The Bali dancers usually wear ______ on their heads.

 a. Beads c. Hachimaki
b. Crowns and masks d. Scarfs

Understanding Check: Multiple Choice:

Directions: Choose the correct answer. Write the letter only.

1. All are Thailand Lantern Festivals, except ________.

a. Chiang Mai c. Loy Krathong
b. Khom Fai d. Yi peng

2. What particular term is used for “sky lantern”?

a. Chiang Mai c. Loy Krathong
b. Khom Fai d. Yi peng

3. This is one of the reasons why Thais launch hot balloon lanterns into the sky.
a. for fun c. sends away misfortune and bad lucks
b. for hatred d. for personal purpose

4. It is a Festival in Thailand to honor the goddess of water.

a. Chiang Mai c. Loy Krathong
b.Khom Fai d. Yi peng

5. It literally means “to float”

a. Loy c. Krathong
b. Chaing d. Fais

Basic Elements of Festival Art Forms:

Festivals Performers Stage/ Props Costumes Visual Sound Purpose of
Effects Effects the
Performance
Taiko Taiko Different drums Happi coats other include Drums were
Drum drummer over black traditional pieces used to pray for
Performa with white Japanese based on rain and other
nce – calligraphy. A musical the religious
Japan baggy- instrumen traditional ceremonies.
sleeved short Drums lead
 cotton jacket, ts such as rhythms of warriors into
tied with a fue and regional battles in order
sash (obi) shamisen Japan, to scare off the
around the make an pieces enemy.
waist. It is appearan composed
usually a plain ce on for Kodo by
color, typically
stage contempor
blue or black,
ary
with a symbol
printed on the songwriters
lapels and on , and
the back pieces
Hachimaki, written by
white Kodo
headband members
Uchite ,Taiko themselves
drummer, can
wear loose
fitting happi
(short coat),
with an obi
Tabi, shoes
with big toe
separated.

Spring Chine Props: dragon the • The

Festival / se people  Dragon appearan The dragon
Chinese and Lion ce of a colored symbolizes
New Puppets dragon is dragon power,
Year  Chinese both dancing on strength, and
Fans frightenin the streets good luck. The
 Chinese g and
accompani dance team
Lanterns bold but it
ed by mimics the
 Chinese has a
benevolen playing of supposed
Umbrell
t the drums movements of
as
dispositio are also this river spirit
 Tambou
n. been part in a flowing,
rines
 Firecrac of the rise and fall
kers celebration. manner.

Bali Bali they wear a various colors W they Certain

Dance dancers crown and put of make-up hether in are played ceremonies at
Festival- on a cloak or wear a crown India, the village temples
Indonesi many pieces of put both real Indonesia, Balinese feature a
a these clothes and golden or music and special
 around their flowers in Cambodia are taught performance of
body their hair , hands to dance a dance-
they carry a wear sarong have a with their drama, a battle
sword on their and wrap a typically hands between the
shoulders long sash ornament before they mythical
from their hips al role can walk characters
to their
and Rangda, the
breasts as
emphasiz witch
well as many
gold e the representing
decorations dance's evil, and
crowns and delicate Barong, the
decorations intricacy. lion or dragon,
are made representing
from cowhide good.

Lantern This hot air People . It

Festival event is about balloons say a sends a
– the launching short person’s bad
Thailand of lanterns prayer luck and
before misfortune
launching away into the
the air, especially if
lantern. it disappears
Sometime from view
s they will before the fire
also write goes out.
their
address in
the
lantern.
Anyone
who later
finds the
lantern
can then
claim
money
from the
sender.
Directions: Fill-in the table below with the information about each festival based on the
readings in the previous pages.
Following the aspects discussed in the chart above, give your impressions on any
festival that you like best. Explain your choice.

PART III. REFLECTION / UNDERSTANDING

1. Among the four theater art forms that were discussed in this quarter, which one do
you like best? Why?
- : Either the Wayang Kulit or the Nang, because, it is a unique performance of
presenting a fantasy-oriented story. It feels like you are watching an animation. Also, I
have not seen a Shadow Play in theaters before.
2. Have you seen the same theater art forms/ festivals of China and Japan performed
here in the Philippines? Where? Give some observations.
- Yes,The Celebration of the Chinese Festivals/Chinese New Year Is In Binondo On Manila And
The Celebration Of Japan Is In The Baguio and La Trinidad.
3. Name and compare the theater arts/festivals of Japan and China to the theater
arts/festivals of the Philippines.
Festival And Theater Arts of Thailand, China, Japan, Indonesia
1. FESTIVAL & THEATER ARTS OF CHINA,JAPAN,INDONESIA,&THAILAND
. THEATER ARTS
China:Chinese Peking Opera China is known for their traditional theater art form, the
Peking opera or Beijing opera which combines music, vocal performance,
pantomime,dance, and acrobatics. It started in the late 18th century. Peking opera
Training Pupils were often handpicked at a young age by a teacher and trained for
seven years on contract from child’s parents.
Roles and Characters Sheng- is the main male role in Peking Opera. 1.)Xiaosheng-
actors are often involved with beautiful woman by virtue of the handsome and young
image they project. 2.)Wusheng- is a martial character for roles involving combat. They
are highly trained in acrobatics and have a natural voice when singing. 3.)Laosheng-is a
dignified older role. These character have a gentle and cultivated disposition, and wear
sensible costumes.
Dan-refers to any female role in Peking Opera 1.)Laodan-an 2.)Wudan-a martial
Daomadan- are 4.)Qingyi-are virtuous old woman woman young female warriors and
elite women Jing-is a painted face male role who plays either primary or secondary
roles. Chou- is a male crown role. The Chou usually plays secondary roles whose name
also means “ugly”.
Singingand Costumes Stage-square platforms, the action on stage is usually visible
from at least 3 sides Costumes:Xingtou, popularly known as Xifu, in Chinese origins of
Peking Opera. Costumes can be traced back to the mid-14th century Props:utilizes very
few props,will almost always have a table and at least one chair, which can be turned
through convention into such diverse objectsas a city wall, a mountain, or a bed.
Musicians: are visible to the audience on the front part of the stage Viewers:always
seated south of the stage, therefore, north is the most important direction.
Performers:immediately move to the center north upon entering the stage.

Kabuki of Japan Kabuki is a form of traditional japanese drama with highly stylized
song, mime, and dance, now performed only by male actors. Kabuki theater is known
for the stylization of its drama and for the elaborate makeup worn by some of its
performers. Kabuki is therefore sometimes translated as “the art of singing and
dancing”. Since the word kabuki is believed to derive from the verb kabuku, meaning “to
lean” or “to be out of the ordinary”.

The Kabuki stage features Hanamichi- a flower path, a walkway which extends into the
audience via which dramatic entrances and exits are made; Okuni also performs on a
hanamichi stage with her entourage. Kogakudo-kabuki theaters that have stages both in
front of the audiences and along the sides help create a bond between the actors and
viewers Mawaro butal-the interior of the theater contains a revolving stage Suppon-a
platform that arises from below the stage Hanamicho-a walkway that cuts through the
audience seating area to connect the stage with the back of the theater.

B. Picture Presentation (5 points): The pictures in the following pages are

different stage and musical plays. Can you help me name the title of each
play? Choose from the titles written inside the box and write your answers
on the blanks provided.

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA ROMEO AND JULIET MISS SAIGON

IBONG ADARNA
THE KING AND I FLORANTE AT LAURA

1. _ MISS SAIGON 2. __ IBONG ADARNA

3. THE KING AND I 4. _ PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

 5. __ ROMEO AND JULIET

C. Group Dynamics (12 points): Based on the pictures provided, you may
choose one theater act from activity B. Analyze the play according to the
theater aspects in the table below. Be prepared to explain your analysis in
front of the class.
Title of Elements of Elements of Tools
the Theater Artistic Expression of the
Musical/Stage (Audience, Actors and (Line, Color, Perfor
Play Actresses, Sound, mers
Director, Shape, Space, (Body,
Purpose of Play Rhythm, Voice,
Piece, Movement, Emoti
Playwright, Texture) (4 points) on) (4
Visual Effect, points)
Sound Effect)
(4 points)
Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Shakespeare uses the six The tone of
ROMEO AND Juliet (1996) was a film elements of plot, Romeo and
JULIET made for an audience, character, language, Juliet is
specifically teenagers and music, spectacle, and sympathetic to
young adults. Mark thought to convey the the plight of the
Anthony Luhrmann, story of a young Italian young lovers.
known professionally as couple who secretly The equal
Baz Luhrmann, is an keeps their relationship weight the play
Australian film director, from the feuding families, gives to sexual
producer, writer and and ultimately ends with desire and
actor. The first Romeo the death of Romeo and everlasting
was probably the Juliet. love suggests
company's leading actor a realistic,
of the time, Richard benevolent
Burbage, with Master attitude
Robert Goffe as the first towards their
Juliet. The play focuses story.
on romantic love,
specifically the intense
passion that springs up at
first sight between Romeo
and Juliet. In Romeo and
Juliet, love is a violent,
ecstatic, overpowering
force that supersedes all
other values, loyalties,
and emotions.They
usually used the romantic
sound and suspense
sound.also the sound of
thethings that was on the
play. Shakespeare must
have written the play
between 1591 and 1596.