Unlike today's raked stages, all stages in the past were flat.

Generally, the downstage area is considered a strong position for an actor.

In American theater, stage right is a stronger position for an actor.

A quarter turn is a movement from one stage area to another.

When a scene becomes intense, actors may turn in profile to the audience.

An actor may never turn their full back to the audience.

Actors who share a scene equally often take a quarter turn toward each other.

A counter-cross keeps your acting partner from moving effectively onstage.

Stage left is on your left when you're onstage facing the audience.