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Book
The written script of a musical, including dialogue and stage directions.
Score
The composed music for a musical, usually including lyrics.
Libretto
The text of an opera or musical, including the dialogue and lyrics.
Blocking
The precise staging of actors on a stage in order to facilitate the performance.
Choreography
The art of designing dance movements and sequences for a musical.
Overture
An instrumental introduction to a musical, often presenting some of the musical's themes.
Ballad
A slow, sentimental, or romantic song typically in a musical.
Reprise
A repeated passage in music, often a return to an earlier song but with variations.
Ensemble
The group of supporting performers in a musical, not including the leads.
Proscenium
The part of a theatre stage that is in front of the curtain.
Backdrop
A large piece of cloth on which scenery is painted, usually hung at the back of a stage.
Orchestra Pit
The area located in front of a theatre stage where the orchestra performs.
Understudy
A performer who learns the parts of a lead role in order to serve as a replacement if needed.
Swing
A member of the company who is able to play multiple ensemble roles and replace sick or absent performers.
Wings
The sides of the stage that are out of view of the audience and are used for performers' entrances and exits.
Tableau
A stage picture held by performers without movement, typically at the end of a scene or act.
Green Room
A room in a theatre provided for performers when they are not engaged on stage.
Call Time
The time performers are required to be at the theater before a performance begins.
Upstage
The part of the stage furthest from the audience; when an actor moves away from the audience.
Downstage
The part of the stage closest to the audience; when an actor moves towards the audience.
Stage Left
The left side of the stage from the perspective of an actor facing the audience.
Stage Right
The right side of the stage from the perspective of an actor facing the audience.
Cue
A signal for an actor or technician to do a predetermined action, such as an entrance or a light change.
Cold Reading
The reading aloud of a script or performative text without prior rehearsal, often in an audition setting.
Tech Week
The week prior to the opening of a performance dedicated to technical rehearsals, often with full costume and makeup.
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