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Common Stage Manager Cues
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Curtain Cue
Executed to open or close the curtain, signaling the beginning or end of an act or the show.
Special Effects Cue
Executed to initiate effects such as fog, fireworks, or other visual elements.
Stage Turntable Cue
Executed to rotate a turntable on the stage, often for dynamic scene changes or effects.
Quick Change Cue
Executed to assist actors with rapid costume changes, usually happening off-stage.
Followspot Cue
Executed to turn on, move, or adjust the intensity of a spotlight on a performer.
Projection Cue
Executed to start, stop, or change projected images or video on stage.
Blackout Cue
Executed to momentarily turn off all stage lights, often to indicate the end of a scene or act.
Light Cue
Executed to change lighting levels; often at a specific line or stage action.
Trap Door Cue
Executed to open or close a trap door for entrances, exits, or effects.
Preset Cue
Executed before the audience enters, to ensure all elements are set for the start of the performance.
Sound Cue
Executed to start, stop, or alter sound effects or music; synchronized with performance elements.
Fight Call Cue
Executed to review and rehearse any fight choreography before the performance to ensure safety.
Fly Cue
Executed to move scenery or drops in/out of the stage area using a fly system.
Prop Placement Cue
Executed to ensure that props are placed or removed from the stage at the right moments.
Intercom Cue
Executed to communicate with the production team during the show, often for coordination and emergencies.
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