Performing arts

Performing arts

Referring to those forms of art which make use of the artist's own body, face, and presence as a medium.

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dimmer

Performing arts; Theatre

A device used to control the intensity of light. Elaborate racks or systems of dimmers, controlled by analog or digital means, can be used to achieve complete control over ...

ellipsoidal spot

Performing arts; Theatre

Versatile lighting instrument utilizing an ellipsoidal reflector to focus the light beam. Useful for illuminating downstage to midstage areas from an overhead batten or a balcony ...

trap

Performing arts; Theatre

A door in the stage floor through which actors can enter and exit.

upstage

Performing arts; Theatre

Stage direction referring to the back of the stage, or that part furthest from the audience. Originated from the fact that stages were originally raked at an upward angle from the ...

comos

Performing arts; Theatre

See, Komos. In addition to being an alternate spelling of Komos, this was the name first given to the Lryic Theatre -- the home of Tupelo Community Theatre -- when it was built in ...