Question

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what does it mean to criticize a piece of theatre?
to find fault
to understand and appraise
to ruin the careers of theatre professionals
both a and b
question 2
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which of the following should a good theater critic possess?
a full knowledge of theatre history
knowledge of acting, directing, and design
a familiarity with plays of various styles and modes
all of the above

Explanation:

For Question 1: Theatre criticism involves analyzing elements like performance, direction, and theme to understand artistic intent and appraise quality, which may include noting flaws but is not limited to fault-finding. For Question 2: A good theatre critic needs contextual knowledge (history), technical understanding (acting/direction/design), and awareness of diverse styles to provide informed evaluations.

Answer:

Question 1: to understand and appraise
Question 2: all of the above