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Upstage
The area of the stage furthest from the audience, used to make actors appear more distant or to draw the audience's focus to the back.
Downstage
The area of the stage closest to the audience, used for intimate scenes or when an actor needs to be the focus of attention.
Stage Left
The area of the stage to the actor's left when facing the audience, important for ensuring actors are visible from different angles.
Stage Right
The area of the stage to the actor's right when facing the audience, also used to maintain visibility and stage balance.
Center Stage
The central area of the stage, often used for scenes requiring high visibility or significant importance.
Proscenium
The frame or arch that separates the stage from the auditorium, through which the audience views the performance.
Wings
Areas offstage left and right, used for entrances, exits, and storing props or scenery not currently in use.
Fly Loft (Fly Tower)
A space above the stage where scenery, drops, and lighting can be lifted out of the audience's view.
Apron
The part of the stage that extends past the proscenium arch and into the audience or orchestra pit, used for forward action.
Backstage
The area behind the stage out of audience sight, where the technical crew works and actors prepare.
The Grid
The lattice of beams above the stage in the fly loft, used to mount equipment and support fly systems.
Orchestra Pit
The area usually in front of the stage or sometimes beneath it where the orchestra plays during a performance.
Thrust Stage
A stage that extends into the audience on three sides and is connected to the background stage area.
Arena Stage
A stage design where the audience completely surrounds the stage area, offering multiple viewing angles.
Black Box Theatre
A simple performance space, usually a square room with black walls and a flat floor, which allows for flexible staging.
Cyclorama
A large curtain or wall, often curved, at the back of the stage, which can be lit to represent the sky or other backgrounds.
Trap
An opening in the stage floor, typically covered by a piece of scenery, that can be used for special effects or actor entrances/exits.
Rake
A sloped stage, which was historically used to improve audience sightlines and to create dramatic effects.
Vomitory
An entrance built into the seating area of the theatre, which allows actors to enter and exit through the audience.
Green Room
A lounge or waiting area for performers, typically situated backstage, where actors can relax before or after going on stage.
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