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Fly System

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A system of ropes, pulleys, and counterweights used to move scenery, critical for ballet to quickly change scenes without interrupting the flow.

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Cue-to-Cue

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A technical rehearsal focusing on lighting, scenery, and prop changes, significant in ballet to ensure smooth transitions and consistency.

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Scrim

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A piece of fabric that appears opaque until lit from behind, used in ballet to create magical effects or reveal hidden scenes.

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Gel

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A transparent colored filter placed over stage lights to create lighting effects, essential in ballet for mood setting and scene changes.

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Grid

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A network of steel beams above the stage from which lights, props, and scenery can be hung, important in ballet for technical flexibility and creative designs.

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Legs

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Narrow vertical drapes that mask the wings and are used to frame the stage, essential for controlling viewers' focus in ballet.

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Rake

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A sloped stage, once common in ballet, used to create a better view for the audience and a feeling of grandeur.

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Apron

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The part of the stage extending past the proscenium arch toward the audience, used in ballet to connect more closely with the audience.

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Proscenium Arch

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A type of stage design where the audience faces one side; significant in ballet as it frames the stage and allows for a unified perspective.

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Backstage

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The area behind the stage that includes the wings, dressing rooms, and other support spaces, a crucial hidden area in ballet for all offstage activity.

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Marley Floor

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A special slip-resistant dance floor used in ballet to provide safety and enhance performance aesthetics.

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Spotlight

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A focused beam of light used to highlight a performer or specific stage area, critical in ballet for drawing audience attention and enhancing drama.

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Props

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Objects used by dancers on stage to enhance narratives, important in ballet for storytelling elements and visual interest.

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Costume

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The clothing worn by dancers designed to suit the performance, essential in ballet for character portrayal and aesthetic appeal.

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Wings

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Areas offstage to the left and right where dancers prepare and props are kept, crucial for ballet to ensure seamless entrances and exits.

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Cyclorama

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A large curtain or wall at the back of the stage that can change colors with lighting, important for creating mood and setting in ballet.

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Call Board

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A backstage bulletin board where important information is posted for the cast and crew, vital in ballet for communication and organization.

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Stage Right and Stage Left

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Reference points from the performer's perspective, vital for ballet choreography and staging directions.

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Orchestra Pit

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The space between the stage and the audience where the orchestra is positioned, significant in ballet for live musical accompaniment.

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Technical Director

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The individual responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of a production, crucial in ballet for the seamless integration of scenery, lighting, and sound.

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