Theatre Terminology

Front

1. A place especially a building, where plays, opera, musicals, film is presented. 2. The dramatic Art.

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Theatre

Front

A theatre having a central stage surrounded by an audience.

Back

Arena Theatre

Front

The frame that defines the physical stage, the opening through which the audience views the stage.

Back

Proscenium Stage

Front

A theatre where the audience is surrounding 3 sides of the stage.

Back

Thrust Stage

Front

Where an actor would go to look for audition sign ups, call backs, role assignments and information about the production.

Back

Call Board

Front

Where audience waits prior to the opening of the house before a show.

Back

Lobby

Front

Where the audience sits.

Back

House

Front

The part in front of the Proscenium Arch.

Back

Apron

Front

Right or left side of the stage.

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Wings

Front

The entrance and exit row for the audience from house to lobby.

Back

Aisle