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Going 'off book' refers to the point at which actors have memorized their lines and are no longer relying on their scripts during rehearsal. This allows for more natural performances and better interaction with fellow actors.

A speed through is a rapid run-through of lines by the actors, typically without blocking or technical elements, to aid memorization and help actors get used to the pace of their dialogue.

Dry tech, also known as paper tech, involves the director, stage manager, and design crew discussing and planning the technical cues without the actors. It's an essential step to prepare for a smooth tech rehearsal.

An Italian run is similar to a speed through, but performed with more emphasis on clarity and diction, often at a fast pace. It helps actors solidify their grasp on lines and improve their enunciation.

Promenade refers to a style of staging where the audience moves around the performance space rather than sitting in a fixed location, allowing for a more immersive and dynamic interaction with the actors and set.

Blocking refers to the precise staging of actors on a set, including their movements and positions. This is often choreographed by the director to ensure the play's visual dynamics serve the storytelling effectively.

A tech rehearsal incorporates all technical elements of the production, such as lighting, sound, and set changes, with the actors' performances. It is essential to synchronize technical components with live action.

A table read is the initial read-through of the script by the cast, often seated around a large table. This allows actors to become familiar with the material and hear the play as a whole, fostering an understanding of their characters and the story's flow.

Sitzprobe, typically used in musical theater, refers to a seated rehearsal where the cast sings with the orchestra for the first time, focusing on integrating the musical and vocal aspects without staging elements.

Cold reading is an exercise where actors read from a script with little to no preparation. In rehearsals, it can be a technique to explore fresh interpretations or during the casting process to gauge an actor's ability to perform new material.

Stumble through is an early run-through of the entire play without stopping for mistakes, allowing the cast and crew to experience the show's continuity and identify any major issues that need addressing.

Dress rehearsal is one of the final rehearsals where actors perform wearing costumes and makeup, often with full tech support. This serves as a full-run with all production elements to identify and resolve any last-minute issues before opening night.

A 10 out of 12 rehearsal is a long technical session, often during the tech week, where actors and crew work for 10 hours within a 12-hour period, ensuring ample time for breaks and to refine technical elements before performances.

Cue-to-cue is a rehearsal focused on the transition between technical cues, such as lighting or sound changes, skipping the bulk of the action to streamline the technical aspects of the production.