Venue Cymru Theatre Quiz

Create an image of a vibrant theatre scene, showcasing a stage with bright lights, a lively audience, and characters from famous musicals in dynamic poses, evoking an atmosphere of excitement and creativity.

Test your knowledge of theatrical performances, characters, and iconic songs with our engaging Venue Cymru Theatre Quiz! Delve deep into the world of musicals, plays, and iconic performers as you answer trivia questions designed for both theatre aficionados and casual fans alike.

Whether you're preparing for a night out at the theatre, recalling your favorite performances, or just indulging your love for the arts, this quiz is perfect for you!
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1: In the musical ‘Wicked’ what colour skin does Elphaba have?

Green

Blue

Pink

Orange

2: The life story of which singer-songwriter, known for hits such as ‘Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow’, is told in the show ‘Beautiful’?

Elton John

Joni Mitchell

Bob Dylan

Carole King

3: Which British actor was recently on stage at The Old Vic appearing in ‘End Game’.

Benedict Cumberbatch

Eddie Redmayne

Daniel Radcliffe

Jude Law

4: ‘If music be the food of love, play on’ is the first line of which Shakespeare play?

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Twelfth Night

Hamlet

Macbeth

5: What name is given to the room backstage at a theatre where the cast can relax together?

Blue Room

Green Room

Red Room

Polka-dot Room

6: Which musical tells the story of students at New York City's High School of Performing Arts?

Fame

Flashdance

High School Musical

Newsies

7: The title character in The Phantom of the Opera was originally played in the West End by which TV and musical film actor?

Alfie Boe

Michael Ball

Michael Crawford

Matt Lucas

8: Who wrote the book of ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’?

Ian Fleming

Roald Dahl

Enid Blyton

Dr. Seuss

9: The hit film ‘The Greatest Showman’ featured a song performed by the Bearded Lady. What’s it called?

From Now On

This is Me

Rewrite the Stars

Never Enough

10: Complete the title of this Henrik Ibsen play. A Doll’s...

Life

Heart

Pram

House

11: In Mamma Mia, which one of Sophie's potential fathers does Donna marry?

Bill

Harry

Sam

12: Complete the Hairspray lyrics: "Oh, oh, oh! I've got my hairspray and ______, I'm ready to go!"

Stereo

Eye Shadow

Radio

Piano

13: If you’re seeing “Into the Woods,” “West Side Story” or “Sweeney Todd,” you’re about to listen to a ____ musical.

Andrew Lloyd Webber

George Gershwin

Stephen Sondheim

Lin-Manuel Miranda

14: Which of these shows is NOT a Rodgers & Hammerstein show?

Oklahoma!

Carousel

The Sound of Music

Crazy for You

15: What is the name given to an electric light that is left turned on in an otherwise dark and unoccupied theatre?

Stage Light

Phantom Light

Ghost Light

Safety Light

16: A scene or speech following the end of the main action of the play is called an...?

Prologue

Epilogue

Encore

Finale

17: What is the name of the heartthrob character in Hairspray?

Nick Narkin

Link Larkin

Paul Parkin

Sean Sharkin

18: Jersey Boys tells the story of the formation, success and break-up of which 1960's rock 'n' roll group?

The Shadows

Bee Gees

The Four Seasons

The Beach Boys

19: What year was the National Theatre founded?

1961

1962

1963

1964

20: On a stage, what are the out of view areas on the sides of the acting area called?

The Wings

The Gantry

The Pit

The Rafters

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