Stage areas
Where the actors perform
stage
Middle portion of the stage
centerstage
A framed opening through which the audience sees the play
proscenium
The area that the audience can't see
Backstage
The area that is closest to the audience
downstage
area where the audience surrounds the stage
theater in the round
Part of the stage that goes past the curtain line.
Apron
The area that is farthest away from the audience
upstage
Stage that extends into the audience
thrust
imaginary line on the stage below the grand drape
curtain line
Facing the audience then turning one step to the right or left.
1/4 turn
Place where the audience sits to watch the play.
House.
Backstage areas on both sides of the stage
wings
Facing the audience then turning 3 steps to the right or left.
3/4 turn
The place to go to watch a play outside.
Amphitheater