Stage Terminology Flashcards
1
Q
House/audience
A
The audience area
2
Q
Orchestra sitting
A
Pit in front of stage
3
Q
Catwalk
A
Narrow bridges above the stage from which scenery and lighting equipment can be handled. Some lighting catwalks above seating area.
4
Q
Down stage
A
The front of the stage closest to the audience.
5
Q
Up stage
A
The area toward the back of the stage.
6
Q
Center stage
A
The center of the stage
7
Q
Left wing
A
Off stage by cabinets.
8
Q
Right wing
A
Off stage by piano
9
Q
Coves
A
Areas along side of seating behind wall.
10
Q
Teasers
A
Type of border used to frame the audience’s window onto the stage. Hides stage lights.
11
Q
Main Act
A
Red curtain
12
Q
Grand valance
A
Black curtain
13
Q
Legs
A
Vertical curtains or flats used to hide the wings from the audience’s view.
14
Q
Fire curtain
A
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15
Q
Proscenium wall
A
Separates stage from auditorium
