History
During this time period, cues were written into scripts referencing the time of day.
What is Ancient Greek?
The most common type of plug, but not very sturdy and cannot handle much power,
What is an Edison plug?
This instrument gives off a hard-edged circle of light. You can make the circle bigger or smaller by adjusting the iris.
What is a follow spot?
Footlights and techniques for colored lights were invented during this time period.
What is the Renaissance to 17th Century?
This U-shaped bracket attaches to both sides of the instrument and attaches to the C-clamp.
What is a yoke?
The most popular soft-edged light
What is a Fresnel?
This time period was the first to use torches, lamps, and hold evening performances
What is Ancient Rome?
These fit into the front of the instruments and color the light.
What are gels?
Long, narrow enclosures with a row of lamps set into them, which provide large amounts of unfocusable light and have several colors.
What are strip lights?
During this time period, much use was made of colored lights constructed with mirrors reflecting colored water.
What is the 18th Century?
A thin metal template used to make designs in the light.
What is a gobo?
Used to light large areas or used as work lights. They are inexpensive, but the light goes everywhere.
What are scoop lights?
During this time period, lights were placed in the auditorium to allow for more natural angles for both the actors and the set.
What is the 20th century?
A sturdy plug that can hold lots of power.
What is a three-pin plug?
The only type of instrument that can be used to create a pattern in the light.
What is an Ellepsoildal Reflective Spot (ERS) or Leko?