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Stage Direction Symbols
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[( )]
Indicates a softer action or quieter sound that occurs in the background.
[X]
Indicates a spot where an actor should move to, commonly known as a 'cross'.
[[]]
Encloses stage directions, so they are not spoken aloud.
[//]
Symbol to suggest a pause or beat within the dialogue or action.
[@]
Used to signify an actor is to be at full front, facing the audience directly.
[=]
Indicates that an actor maintains their position or continues a current action.
[<-]
Symbol indicating the direction an actor should face or move towards, often 'stage left'.
[^^]
Suggests an actor should move upstage, or away from the audience.
[+]
Suggests addition of characters or elements onto the stage.
[()]
Denotes an action or non-verbal expression that should occur.
[**]
Indicates the presence of a significant action or sound effect in the script.
[*]
Indicates a spotlight or focus on a character or specific area of the stage.
[->]
Symbol indicating the direction an actor should face or move towards, often 'stage right'.
[vv]
Indicates an actor should move downstage, or towards the audience.
[#]
Symbol used to denote a sharp, quick sound effect or movement.
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