Stage Directions
Moving toward the audience is called what?
Downstage
The most common type of theatre, shaped like a picture frame.
Proscenium Theater
Where the audience sits
The House
Items used by actors on stage for business and characterization.
Props
The person who writes the script.
Playwright
Moving toward the back of the stage is called what?
Upstage
A stage that extends into the audience on three sides.
Thrust Theater
The hidden side areas offstage.
The Wings
A drawing of the stage setting from above.
Floor Plan
The person in charge of the creative vision and staging of a show.
Director
The actor’s left when facing the audience is called what?
Stage Left
A stage where the audience surrounds all sides.
The Round
Space behind the stage
Backstage
A side view of the set, seen from the wings.
Section View
The person who oversees rehearsals and “calls” the show.
Stage Manager
Walking from one point to another on stage is called what?
Cross
A flexible, simple performance space, often a square room.
Black Box Theater
Where musicians perform during a show.
Orchestra Pit
A list of lighting changes during a performance.
Lighting Cues
The person who manages ticket sales.
Box Office Manager
A private line spoken to the audience, not heard by other characters.
Aside
A non-traditional location, like a park or warehouse, used for performance.
Found Space
where does the stage manager sit during the show?
The Booth
A chart listing all characters, their scenes, and what they wear.
Costume Plot
The person responsible for running all technical crews and safety.
Technical Director