Set Flashcards
Drapes
Curtains or other hanging fabric
Flat
Piece of scenery mounted on a frame
Fly
Raising and lowering of scenery using ropes and pulleys
Ground plan
Bird’s eye view of set showing the scale
Abstract
Not realistic/lifelike
Instead using colours, shapes, textures, sound and other means to create an affect
Apron
Area of stage nearest audience - projects in front of curtain
Backdrop
Large painted cloth hung as part of your scenery
Boxset
Set with 3 walls
Naturalistic
Lifelike, realistic
Props
Small items that actors can carry on stage
Revolve
A large turnable device that can be turned to reveal a different setting
Set dressing
Items on the set and not used as props, but create detail and interest
Sightlines
Where audience can and can’t see
Truck
Platform on wheels upon which scenery can be mounted and moved