Week 1
End of the show when the actors come on stage out of character and take a bow
Curtain Call
The line that determines on a set what can be seen and what is hidden
Sightline
Advisor who researches information about a play, script, or other literary work.
Dramaturg
Assists actors backstage for any quick wardrobe change.
Dresser
Someone who writes plays
Playwright
A brief account of a person’s education, qualifications, and previous experience.
Resume
Total and complete lack of stage lighting.
Blackout
Using a piece of tape to mark a spot on a stage
Spike
Person who has the main creative control for a production. They unify all the designers, technical crew, and actors to create a show.
Director
Traditionally the way to wish someone good luck in the theater
Break a Leg
Object placed in front of a light to make a pattern or shadow.
Gobo
Part of the theater front of house area where audience members can buy tickets.
Box office
Person who creates the look of all set pieces that are built and attached to the stage.
Set Designer
Costume Play: When fans of a certain character or story dress like that character. Often the costumes are hand made and are very detailed.
Cosplay
Having your lines memorized
Off Book
Side of the stage where actors will wait until they come on stage
Wing
A short speech by an actor at the end of a play
Epilogue
Person who organizes the running of a show from rehearsals right through to performances.
Stage Manager
Their main job is to secure the money to put on a show, including sets, costumes, marketing, and paying everyone.
Producer
A light that produces a strong beam of light to highlight an area or performer.
Spotlight
A set of pieces of creative work collected by someone to display their skills.
Portfolio
An amateur group organized to create theater with local talent.
Community Theater
Person who creates the look of everything the actors will wear. This includes clothing made, bought, or rented.
Costume Designer
A painter who leads and oversees the painting of stage, film or television scenery.
Scenic Artist
The greatest English playwright of all time
William Shakespeare