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Warning Cue

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Similar to a standby cue, it alerts the crew or performers that a cue is imminent, generally communicated verbally or with a light signal.

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Blackout

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A lighting cue where all stage lights are turned off to create total darkness, often used to signify the end of a scene or an act.

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House Lights Cue

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A cue used to control the audience space lighting, typically dimmed at the show's start and brought up at the end.

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Lightning Cue

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A cue that creates the effect of lightning, using strobe lights and quick flashes to simulate a storm.

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Practical Cue

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A cue for lighting fixtures that are visible on stage and look like everyday objects, such as a lamp or a chandelier.

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Crossfade

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A lighting cue where one set of lights gradually dims while another set brightens, creating a smooth transition from one lighting state to another.

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Light Level Cue

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A cue that sets the overall illumination levels for a scene without a significant change in the lighting design.

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Rainbow Chase

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A cue that cycles lights through various colors in sequence, creating a moving rainbow effect, often used in musical performances.

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Cue-to-Cue

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A transitional lighting cue used during rehearsals that skips from one major cue to the next, ignoring finer details to save time.

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GO Cue

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The command given to execute a cue, signaling the operator to initiate the pre-programmed lighting change.

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Restoration Cue

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A cue that returns the lighting to a previous state, often used after a special effect or a blackout.

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Follow Spot Cue

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A directional lighting cue where a spotlight follows a performer around the stage, highlighting their movements and presence.

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Special

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A lighting cue for a specific light used to highlight a particular area or moment, usually isolated from the rest of the lighting plot.

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Strobe Cue

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A cue that activates a strobe light to create rapid flashes of light, used for special effects or to create a chaotic atmosphere.

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Snap

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An instantaneous lighting change from one state to another, used for dramatic effects or to punctuate specific actions.

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Standby Cue

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An alert for the lighting operator and performers that a cue is approaching, allowing them to prepare for the upcoming change.

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Tableau Cue

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A cue that freezes the action on stage with a specific lighting look, creating a still image or 'tableau' often at the end of a scene.

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Fade

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A gradual change in lighting intensity, either up (fade in) or down (fade out), used to transition between scenes or to focus attention.

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Bump

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A cue that brings a lighting change to full intensity very quickly, often used for sudden effects or to accentuate a moment.

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Color Change

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A cue where the color of the lighting is changed to alter the mood or setting, achieved with gels, LEDs, or other lighting technology.

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