Stage Anatomy
Theater Jobs
Makeup
100

What is the name of the audience seating portion of the stage?

House

100

Who controls finances?

Business Manager

100

What is the first step of basic corrective makeup?

Wash and moisturize your face

200

Area furthest from the audience

Upstage

200

Who runs the show?

Administration

200

Second and Third step of basic corrective makeup?

Primer and Foundation/Base

300

Drapes covering sides of stage, usually hiding set pieces

Wings

300

Who makes sure everything runs smoothly?

House Manager

300

What is the 4th and 5th step of basic corrective makeup?

Contour/highlight and shadow, Blush, Rougie

400

Part usually above the stage and house, where lights and sound are controlled

Control Booth


400

Who makes the costumes?

Costume Manager

400
What is the 6th and 7th step of basic corrective makeup?

Eyebrows and Eyeliner/Mascara

500

The name of the spot where the orchestra sits

Orchestra Pit

500

What crew makes sure performances are smooth?

Technical Crew

500

What is the last step of basic corrective makeup?

Powder & Setting Spray

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