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The Actors Encyclopaedia - G HThe Actors Encyclopaedia - A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZGAFFER Chief Lighting Technician. The head of the electrical department, responsible for the design and placement of lighting and electrical equipment. GALLERY In 19th century theatre, the highest and cheapest seats in the house. Those who sat in the gallery were referred to as "the gods". Eventually the term "the gods" came to refer to the gallery itself. GAUZE (Scrim) A lightweight, coarsely woven cloth flown in front of a scene. When the gauze is lit from behind, the scene appears diffused. When the gauze is lit from the front, the gauze appears opaque and blocks the scene from view. GEL OR GELATINE A thin, transparent coloured filter placed in front of a lighting instrument to colour the light emitted. GENERAL INTERVIEW An initial meeting between a casting director or agent and actor, when no specific role is being auditioned. GENERAL MANAGER Under the producer, oversees all non artistic parts of the production. GENERAL PRESS AGENT Individual responsible for the promotion of the production GHOST LIGHT A light, usually by the stage door, that is always left burning. GIVE STAGE To take a weak stage position so another actor can have the focus. GIVE/TAKE To receive or give greater focus in a scene. The actor who receives the greater focus is said to take the scene. The other is said to give the scene. GIVEN CIRCUMSTANCES Aspects of character and the place that are beyond the character's control such as age, sex, state of health, time, place, date, season, political climate, economic climate, philosophical climate, religious climate, social circumstances. GO MOTION A form of animation which incorporates motion blur. GO UP When a show does not start, it "goes up". GO-SEE A modeling interview with a client for a booking. GO Word used by stage managers to cue technical effects. GOBO A thin metal disc cut with a pattern and placed in front of a light source so the pattern can be projected. GOING DARK Warning to people on stage that the lights are about to be switched off. GOLDEN TIME Overtime paid to the talent after the 16th hour of contiuous shooting. GRAND DRAPE The"main" curtain which separates the stage from the audience. GRAND GUIGNOL Shock theatre originating in France; popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Featured women in peril, ghosts or horrific murders.it first developed in france, notably at the theatre du grand guignot. GREASE-PAINT Term for theatrical make-up with an oil or "grease" base. GREEK THEATRE Theatre that flourished from approximately 600 BC to 200 BC around what is now Athens, Greece. Evolved from religious rituals incorporating dance and song and later acting techniques. Developed the basic dramatic forms of tragedy and comedy, theatre architecture and theatre terminology. GREEN ROOM Room near the stage where the actors to meet and relax. GREENSCREEN A technique similar to bluescreen in which a scene is shot against a large green backdrop. Later, a background is electronically added to the filmed scene to create the final image. GRID Metal or wooden framework suspended above the stage on which flown scenery, drops and lighting battens are supported. GRIP Crew member of a TV or film production, who is responsible for the adjustment and maintenance of production equipment on the set. Also a member of the stage crew responsible for moving pieces of scenery and props before a show and during scene changes. GROSS FEE Total compensation paid to a performer not including money paid for contracted expenses such as per diem allowances or travel costs. GROUND CLOTH Heavy piece of cloth used to cover the stage floor. GROUND PLAN Plan for a set design which shows, as seen from above, the exact position of walls, doors, scenery, furniture and the like. Also indicates the position of items suspended above. GROUNDROW A raised section of scenery usually depicting bushes, rocks etc. GUEST STAR On a TV program, prominent one-time or multiple-episode lead actor who is not a regular. GUILD CARD Another name for a union membership card. GUILD MEMBER Dues-paying member of an industry union. HAIRSTYLIST Person responsible for maintaining actors' hairstyles during filming. HALF HOUR Warning to a production company given thirty-five minutes before a performance is to begin. HAM A performer who exaggerates movement or voice. HAND MODEL Performer whose hands are featured in movies, television or commercial productions. HAND PROP A small item used by an actor in performance. HANGING Attaching lights or scenery to battens. HARLEQUIN A stock character originating in Commedia dell'Arte. Recognized by his tight-fitting suit of silk diamonds in contrasting colors. HAU Hebrew Actors' Union. HAZER A machine that produces clouds of white, non-toxic fog through the vaporisation of mineral oil. HEAD SHEET A letter size sheet with approximately 15 to 20 reduced size head shots on one page. HEAD SHOT (HEADSHOT) A black and white 8 X 10 photograph showing an actor's head and shoulders. HEADSET A headphone/microphone combination used in communications systems. HEAVY A villainous character. HEAVY role of a villain. HEMP A rope made from hemp fibres. HEROIC DRAMA Period play, written in verse, in which there is a happy ending or in which the deaths of the main characters are considered an heroic triumph. HIATUS Time during which a TV series is not in production. HIGH CONCEPT A film that includes elements that creates excitement in order to draw a large audience. (e.g. amazing effects, popular stars, strong script) HIGH HAT A top hat. HIGH-ANGLE SHOT A shot taken from above a scene as if looking down on the scene. HIT A MARK To move to a prearranged, marked location within an acting area so a scene can be played out properly or in film, in proper focus. Small pieces of tape or chalk marks are placed on the floor during blocking to mark the proper positions. HOLA Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors HOLD A contractual obligation to reserve a block of time to work. It is considered a firm engagement. HOLDING FEE Money paid by an advertiser to a performer to retain the right to use a performer's services, image or likeness. HOLDING An area in which the Extras report and stay while waiting to perform. HONEY WAGON A vehicle containing one or more dressing rooms and/or lavatories. HOOK A memorable phrase or melody which is repeated in a song. HOST A performer who introduces or segues segments of a program. Includes Masters of Ceremonies, Moderators, Quiz masters and Interviewers. HOT SET A set on which a scene is being shot and which should not be changed or disturbed. HOT SPOT Area of greatest illumination. HOUSE CURTAIN Drapery that separates the acting area from the audience. HOUSE LEFT Left side when seated in the audience. HOUSE LIGHTS Lights that illuminate the audience area. HOUSE MANAGER Person in charged the auditorium and anything related to the audience. (box office, ushers/usherettes, refreshments, cash, etc.) HOUSE OPEN when the audience is allowed into the auditorium. HOUSE RIGHT Right side when seated in the audience. HOUSE TABS Curtains hung across the front of the stage. HOUSE The audience. Also, the area of a performance venue that is reserved for the audience. HUBRIS Excessive confidence. Often is the tragic flaw in an otherwise noble character. HYPE Excessive praise or advertising. The Actors Encyclopaedia - A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z |
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