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The precise staging of actors to facilitate performance and storytelling. Example: The director worked on blocking the fight scene carefully to ensure safety and visibility.

A reading of the script done without preparation. Example: At the audition, actors were asked to do a cold reading from the second act.

The area of the stage closest to the audience. Example: The actor delivered the monologue at downstage center for impact.

The imaginary wall between the actors and the audience. Example: In a naturalistic play, the players act as though the fourth wall were there to maintain the illusion.

A long speech by one actor in a play or movie. Example: She recited a monologue from 'Hamlet' as her audition piece.

When an actor has memorized their lines and no longer needs the script. Example: The director wanted everyone to be off book by next week.

The annotated script containing all the actor's moves and technical cues, used by the stage manager. Example: During rehearsals, the stage manager kept a close eye on the prompt book.

The type of stage in a theater that has a permanent framed opening through which the audience sees the play. Example: The set was designed specifically for a proscenium stage.

Excerpts from a script used in auditions or rehearsals. Example: The actors were given sides from various scenes to prepare.

The left or right side of the stage from the actor's perspective, facing the audience. Example: Move to stage right during the closing song.

To dismantle the set and clear the stage at the end of a play's run. Example: After the final performance, all the actors helped strike the set.

A type of stage where the audience surrounds the acting area. Example: An immersive experience was created with a theater in the round setup.

An actor who learns a role in order to perform in the absence of the primary actor. Example: She was the understudy for the lead role and had to perform on opening night.

The area of the stage farthest from the audience. Example: When he delivered the punchline, he was standing upstage, forcing everyone to turn their backs to the audience.

The sides of the stage concealed from audience view. Example: She waited in the wings for her cue to enter.

The time when actors must arrive at the theater for either a performance or rehearsal. Example: The call time for tomorrow's tech rehearsal is 6 PM sharp.

The final rehearsal of a play with costumes and props, as if it were the actual performance. Example: The dress rehearsal went smoothly, and the cast felt prepared for opening night.

The person who supervises the stage crew, coordinates technical aspects, and cues during a production. Example: The stage manager called for a quick change to remedy the missing prop issue.

The initial reading of a script by the cast gathered around a table, often at the beginning of rehearsals. Example: The director shared her vision for the production during the table read.

A rehearsal focusing on the technological aspects of a performance, including lighting, sound, and set changes. Example: They spent the whole evening on the tech rehearsal, ironing out the lighting transitions.

A room in a theater allocated as a waiting area for actors before and during a performance. Example: Actors were chatting and warming up their voices in the green room.

The auditorium or area where the audience sits in a theater. Example: The house lights dimmed, signaling the beginning of the play.

A signal for something to happen in a performance. Example: Her line 'I can't take this anymore' was my cue to enter the stage.

A saying to wish good luck to actors before a performance. Example: As I went on stage, my fellow actor whispered, 'Break a leg!'