Row 1
A sloping stage which is raised at the back (upstage) end. Many
theatres with a 'stalls' seating area used to be built with raked
stages as a matter of course. Today, the stage is often left flat and
the auditorium is lifted to stage level and above to improve the
view of the stage from all seats.
What is Raked Stage
An instruction written as part of the script of a play. Usually in
italics.
What Is Stage Directions
Identifying and casting an actor in the same kind of role over and
over again.
What Is Type Cast
An uninterrupted rehearsal.
What Is Run-Through
Left/ Right as seen from the Actor's point of view on stage.
What Is Stage Left/Right
An actor able to replace a regular performer when required.
What Is Understudy
A thin - open weave fabric, used as a drop or as a section of a drop. When lit from the front it is opaque, when lit from behind it is
transparent to translucent.
What Is Scrim
Someone who supervises the physical aspects in the production of
a show and who is in charge of the stage when the show is being
performed.
What Is Stage Manager
The part of the stage furthest from the audience. It's called
Upstage because on a raked stage the stage slopes down towards
the audience to improve sightlines. The furthest from the
audience is literally higher due to the slope of the stage, so moving
from close to the audience involves walking up the raked stage,
towards 'Upstage'.
What Is Upstage
1) To prepare the stage for action. (verb) - e.g. 'Have you set the
chairs for Act 1?'
2) The complete stage setting for a scene or act.
What Is Set
(also known as the TECH RUN, or just TECH). Usually the first time the show is rehearsed in the venue, with lighting, scenery and
sound. Costumes are sometimes used where they may cause
technical problems (eg Quick changes). Often a very lengthy
process. Often abbreviated to the Tech.
What Is Technical Rehearsal
Improperly taking attention from an actor who should be the
focus of interest.
What Is Upstaging
Crew of workers who move scenery or handle properties in a
theatrical production.
What Is Stage Crew
A stage with the audience seated on three sides. The stage
extends, or thrusts out into the audience space.
What Is Thrust Stage
The out of view areas to the sides of the acting area
What Is Wings