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A type of lantern that uses a Fresnel lens to produce a soft, diffused light. It's often used for general area lighting and can be adjusted to change the size of the beam.

A thin metal or glass template inserted into a light to project a pattern or shape. Gobos can be used to create textured lighting effects on stage or scenery.

The brightness level of lighting. Intensity can be used as a tool in theater lighting to focus attention, set a mood, or indicate the time of day.

An attachment for a lighting fixture that allows the light to be shaped and controlled. Barn doors can limit the spread of light to prevent spillover onto areas where it's not wanted.

A transparent colored filter used over a lighting fixture to change the color of the light emitted. Gels create mood and depth on stage by altering the light color.

The primary source of light on a subject, typically aimed to highlight the form and dimension of the subject. In theater, key light helps define the main action or character.

A type of spotlight with a strong and focused beam, often used for highlighting or isolating performers. The beam angle and shape can be controlled to a high degree.

A complete absence of stage lighting, used for dramatic effect, scene changes, or to signal the end of a performance or act. Blackouts can snap audience focus in and out of the performance.

A type of spotlight operated by a technician, used to follow a performer as they move around the stage. Followspots provide highlight and visibility to key characters.

A device used to control the intensity of a light. By varying the voltage supplied to the lamp, a dimmer can fade lights in and out smoothly.

A fixture that emits a concentrated beam of light to illuminate a particular area or a performer. Spotlights are crucial for drawing the audience's attention and highlighting aspects of the performance.

The hue of a light source measured in Kelvins ($K$), indicating whether its color tone appears warm, neutral, or cool. Color temperature can subconsciously influence the emotional tone of a scene.

A prop or set piece that is also a functional light source used onstage. Practicals can be anything from lamps to televisions, creating realism and depth in a scene.

A detailed diagram that illustrates the placement, type, and direction of lighting instruments for a theater production. The light plot is a crucial tool for the lighting team to execute the designer's vision.

A type of light with a reflector shaped like a parabola and usually has a bulb embedded in the reflector. PAR cans are widely used to produce a concentrated and powerful beam of light.

A large curtain or wall background used to create a sky or open space effect on stage. Lighting is often projected onto it to change the appearance and to evoke different moods or times of day.

Lighting positioned above the stage, often used to highlight performers or set pieces from above. Top light can add dimensionality and texture to a scene.

A high-intensity light that produces flashes of light used for special effects, such as lightning simulations. Strobe lighting can create dramatic effects and emphasize action.

A simple lighting instrument with a large, hemisphere-shaped reflector used to provide general fill or wash lighting. Because of its wide, diffused throw, it's used to cover large areas evenly.