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Vocabulario Esencial para el GRE - Tras Bambalinas

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés sobre obra, como "soliloquy", "revival", "balcony", etc. que se necesitan para el examen GRE.

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Essential Words Needed for the GRE
community theater
[Sustantivo]

the activity of acting in or producing a play in a theater as a hobby and not a profession

teatro comunitario

teatro comunitario

Ex: community theater's summer program provided acting classes and workshops for aspiring young actors , nurturing the next generation of talent .
ad lib
[Sustantivo]

a line that is recited in a speech or performance without prior preparation

improvisación

improvisación

Ex: The singer 's ad lib between verses added a personal touch to the concert , engaging the audience and making them feel part of the performance .El encantador **improvisación** del cantante entre los versos añadió un toque personal al concierto, involucrando a la audiencia y haciéndoles sentir parte de la actuación.
comedy of manners
[Sustantivo]

a comic play, movie, book, etc. that portrays the behaviors of a particular social class, satirizing them

comedia costumbrista

comedia costumbrista

Ex: Richard Brinsley Sheridan 's " The School for Scandal " satirizes 18th-century British society with comedy of manners.« The School for Scandal » de Richard Brinsley Sheridan satiriza la sociedad británica del siglo XVIII con una aguda **comedia de costumbres**.
montage
[Sustantivo]

a technique or process of selecting, editing, and pasting separate footage in order to create a motion picture

montaje

montaje

Ex: The artist 's exhibition featured a montage of her creative process from start to finish .La exposición del artista presentó un **montaje** de video de su proceso creativo de principio a fin.
premiere
[Sustantivo]

the first public screening or performance of a movie or play

estreno, premiere

estreno, premiere

Ex: Celebrities and industry insiders attended the premiere of the indie film , generating buzz and excitement for its release .Celebridades y conocidos de la industria asistieron al estreno **première** de la película independiente, generando expectación y emoción por su lanzamiento.
melodrama
[Sustantivo]

a dramatic genre characterized by exaggerated emotions, intense conflicts, etc., often trying to create strong emotional reactions in the audience

melodrama

melodrama

Ex: The reality TV show melodrama, constantly stirring up conflict and featuring highly emotional confrontations between cast members .El programa de telerrealidad prosperó con el **melodrama**, constantemente provocando conflictos y presentando confrontaciones altamente emocionales entre los miembros del elenco.
matinee
[Sustantivo]

a musical or dramatic performance that takes place in daytime, especially in the afternoon

matiné, matinée

matiné, matinée

Ex: Matinee allows editors to experiment with different cuts and angles to achieve the desired effect.**Matinee** permite a los editores experimentar con diferentes cortes y ángulos para lograr el efecto deseado.
curtain call
[Sustantivo]

the time after a play or show has just ended when the performers come to the stage to receive the applause of the audience

ovación final

ovación final

Ex: curtain call marked the end of a memorable evening of theater , leaving both performers and audience members with lasting memories of an unforgettable performance .

to turn a book, story, or an event into a movie or play

dramatizar

dramatizar

Ex: The producers decided dramatize the true crime story for television , capturing the public 's attention with its gripping narrative .Los productores decidieron **dramatizar** la historia de crimen real para la televisión, captando la atención del público con su narrativa fascinante.
surtitle
[Sustantivo]

translated words projected above or next to the stage on a screen in an opera or play

sobretítulo

sobretítulo

Ex: During the playsurtitles appeared above the stage to help audience members understand the foreign language dialogue .
soliloquy
[Sustantivo]

a speech that a character in a dramatic play gives in the form of a monologue as a series of inner reflections spoken out loud

monólogo interior, soliloquio

monólogo interior, soliloquio

Ex: soliloquy provided a moment of introspection and revelation , drawing the audience into the character 's inner world and inviting empathy and understanding .El **soliloquio** proporcionó un momento de introspección y revelación, atrayendo a la audiencia al mundo interior del personaje e invitando a la empatía y la comprensión.
stage direction
[Sustantivo]

a text in the script of a play, giving an instruction regarding the movement, position, etc. of actors

acotación

acotación

Ex: stage direction instructed the actors to exit quietly , leaving the audience in suspense .La **acotación** indicó a los actores que salieran en silencio, dejando al público en suspenso.
revival
[Sustantivo]

a new performance of something old that has not been performed for a long time, such as a play

reposición, nuevo montaje

reposición, nuevo montaje

Ex: The audience marveled at the elaborate set design during revival of the opera " Carmen . "El público se maravilló con el elaborado diseño escénico durante el **renacimiento** de la ópera "Carmen".
to prompt
[Verbo]

to assist someone by suggesting the next words or actions they may have forgotten or not fully learned

apuntar, soplar

apuntar, soplar

Ex: In the acting workshop , participants took prompting each other to improvise .
to enact
[Verbo]

to act a role in a motion picture or perform a play on stage

representar

representar

Ex: During the audition , she enacting a dramatic monologue that impressed the casting director .Durante la audición, ella **interpretaba** un monólogo dramático que impresionó al director de casting.
interpretation
[Sustantivo]

a representation that an actor or a performer gives of an artistic or musical piece that shows their understanding and feeling toward it

interpretación

interpretación

Ex: The comedianinterpretation of the classic joke had the audience roaring with laughter , demonstrating his comedic timing and wit .La **interpretación** del comediante del chiste clásico hizo que el público rugiera de risa, demostrando su tiempo cómico y su ingenio.
to overact
[Verbo]

to act a role in an exaggerated way that is not natural

sobreactuar

sobreactuar

Ex: If he continues overact, he will struggle to convey the character 's true emotions .Si sigue **sobreactuando**, le costará transmitir las verdaderas emociones del personaje.
to miscast
[Verbo]

to assign the roles of a play, motion picture, etc. to unsuitable actors

dar un papel poco apropiado

dar un papel poco apropiado

Ex: miscast the supporting role , which affected the chemistry among the main characters .**Eligieron mal** al actor para el papel secundario, lo que afectó la química entre los personajes principales.
read-through
[Sustantivo]

a preparatory session during which actors read the words of a play before beginning to practice it on the stage

primer ensayo, lectura previa

primer ensayo, lectura previa

Ex: read-through gave everyone involved in the project a sense of excitement and anticipation , laying the groundwork for the collaborative journey ahead .La **lectura previa** les dio a todos los involucrados en el proyecto una sensación de emoción y anticipación, sentando las bases para el viaje colaborativo que se avecina.
to put on
[Verbo]

to stage a play, a show, etc. for an audience

presentar, montar

presentar, montar

Ex: Can you believe they put such an amazing concert on with just a week's notice?¿Puedes creer que **organizaron** un concierto tan increíble con solo una semana de anticipación?
rehearsal
[Sustantivo]

a session of practice in which performers prepare themselves for a public performance of a concert, play, etc.

ensayo

ensayo

Ex: The band members practiced tirelessly rehearsal to synchronize their musical cues .Los miembros de la banda practicaron incansablemente durante el **ensayo** para sincronizar sus señales musicales.
to portray
[Verbo]

to play the role of a character in a movie, play, etc.

interpretar

interpretar

Ex: She worked closely with the director to accurately portray the mannerisms and speech patterns of the real-life person she portraying.Trabajó en estrecha colaboración con el director para **representar** con precisión los gestos y patrones de habla de la persona real que estaba interpretando.
adaptation
[Sustantivo]

a movie, TV program, etc. that is based on a book or play

adaptación

adaptación

Ex: adaptation of the Broadway musical featured elaborate sets and stunning choreography that dazzled audiences .La **adaptación** del musical de Broadway contó con decorados elaborados y una coreografía impresionante que deslumbró al público.
art director
[Sustantivo]

someone who is in charge of the artistic features, such as props and costumes of a movie or play

director artístico

director artístico

Ex: art director is responsible for setting the overall aesthetic tone and style of a magazine , website , or multimedia project .El **director de arte** es responsable de establecer el tono estético general y el estilo de una revista, sitio web o proyecto multimedia.
dramatist
[Sustantivo]

someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

dramaturgo

dramaturgo

Ex: She studied the works of dramatists such as Shakespeare and Ibsen to hone her craft and develop her own unique voice .Ella estudió las obras de **dramaturgos** clásicos como Shakespeare e Ibsen para perfeccionar su arte y desarrollar su propia voz única.
balcony
[Sustantivo]

an upper floor in a theater or cinema where there are seats for the audience

anfiteatro, galería

anfiteatro, galería

Ex: He reserved balcony seats to surprise his date with a romantic view of the opera.Reservó asientos en el **balcón** para sorprender a su cita con una vista romántica de la ópera.
offstage
[Adjetivo]

situated out of sight of the audience, typically in the wings or backstage

de fuera del escenario

de fuera del escenario

Ex: Offstage noises added to the atmosphere of the spooky play.Los ruidos **fuera del escenario** añadieron a la atmósfera de la obra espeluznante.
set piece
[Sustantivo]

a set of scenes in a motion picture, novel, etc. that could be regarded independently and are very elaborate or complex

escena

escena

Ex: The whimsical forest set piece was adorned with towering trees, colorful foliage, and hidden pathways, providing a magical backdrop for the fairy tale adventure.
blockbuster
[Sustantivo]

a thing that achieves great widespread popularity or financial success, particularly a movie, book, or other product

éxito de taquilla, bestseller

éxito de taquilla, bestseller

Ex: Streaming platforms compete to secure the rights to blockbuster films and series for their subscribers.Las plataformas de streaming compiten por asegurar los derechos de películas y series **taquilleras** para sus suscriptores.
cinematography
[Sustantivo]

the art and methods of film-making, especially the photographic aspect and camerawork

cinematografía

cinematografía

Ex: The documentarycinematography showcased intimate moments with striking close-ups .La **cinematografía** del documental mostró momentos íntimos con primeros planos impactantes.
costume drama
[Sustantivo]

a motion picture or theatrical production with a historical setting in which the actors wear the costume appropriate to that time period

drama histórico

drama histórico

Ex: costume drama's wardrobe department meticulously recreated 18th-century fashion for the actors .El departamento de vestuario del **drama de época** recreó meticulosamente la moda del siglo XVIII para los actores.
credit
[Sustantivo]

(plural) a list of names at the start or end of a TV program or movie acknowledging the people involved in its production

títulos de crédito, créditos

títulos de crédito, créditos

Ex: She was excited to see her name in the credits for the first time as a production assistant.Estaba emocionada de ver su nombre en los **créditos** por primera vez como asistente de producción.

to turn real events or situations into a tale or story, often by changing or adding to the details

novelar, dramatizar

novelar, dramatizar

Ex: Authors fictionalize distant memories to explore deeper emotional truths in their writing .Los autores a menudo **ficcionalizan** recuerdos distantes para explorar verdades emocionales más profundas en su escritura.
film noir
[Sustantivo]

a type of movie involving crime including shadowy footage and dark background music that depicted cynical characters caught in dangerous situations

cine negro, film noir

cine negro, film noir

Ex: Many film noir movies feature hard-boiled detectives , femme fatales , and intricate plots filled with suspense and intrigue .Muchas películas clásicas del **film noir** presentan detectives duros, femmes fatales y tramas intrincadas llenas de suspense e intriga.
fourth wall
[Sustantivo]

an imaginary barrier that separates the mise en scene and the fictional characters from the audience, especially in a theatrical performance

cuarta pared

cuarta pared

Ex: The film 's subtle nods to the audience fourth wall breaks added an element of surprise and playfulness , keeping viewers engaged and entertained throughout the narrative .Los guiños sutiles de la película al público a través de las rupturas del **cuarto muro** añadieron un elemento de sorpresa y juego, manteniendo a los espectadores comprometidos y entretenidos durante toda la narrativa.
intermission
[Sustantivo]

a short pause between parts of a play, movie, etc.

intermedio, intervalo

intermedio, intervalo

Ex: She chatted with friends during the intermission about their favorite moments from the performance.Charló con sus amigos durante **el intermedio** sobre sus momentos favoritos de la actuación.
interlude
[Sustantivo]

a short interval between parts of a play, movie, etc.

interludio

interludio

Ex: interlude gave the actors a chance to rest and change costumes .El **interludio** les dio a los actores la oportunidad de descansar y cambiar de vestuario.
epilogue
[Sustantivo]

a concluding speech at the end of a play that is addressed directly to the audience, often in verse

epílogo

epílogo

Ex: epilogue's solemn tone and reflective mood echoed the melancholy of the play 's tragic conclusion , leaving a lasting impression on the audience .El tono solemne y el estado de ánimo reflexivo del **epílogo** reflejaron la melancolía de la conclusión trágica de la obra, dejando una impresión duradera en la audiencia.
understudy
[Sustantivo]

an actor who practices the lines of another actor in order to replace them if necessary

suplente

suplente

Ex: He was surprised but ready when asked to take over understudy for the lead role .Estaba sorprendido pero listo cuando le pidieron que asumiera el papel de **suplente** para el papel principal.
telefilm
[Sustantivo]

a movie that is intended to be broadcast on TV, rather than being projected on the screen

película para televisión

película para televisión

Ex: telefilm's cast included well-known actors who brought depth to their roles .El reparto del **telefilme** incluía actores conocidos que dieron profundidad a sus personajes.
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