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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downstage

Performing arts; Theatre

Stage direction: the front of the stage, or that portion of the stage closest to the audience.

sound effects

Performing arts; Theatre

See, Noises Off. Sound effects were originally produced backstage by members of the crew. In modern theatre, this may still take place, but effects are more often produced through ...

grip

Performing arts; Theatre

Stagehand. A member of the stage crew who moves and sets up pieces of scenery and props before a show and during scene changes.

epilogue

Performing arts; Theatre

See, Prologue. This is a summary speech, delivered at the end of the play, which explains or comments upon the action. Neither epilogues or prologues are used much in today's ...

border (light)

Performing arts; Theatre

Strips of medium wattage lights hung above the stage, usually in a metal trough. See, foot-lights.

stock company

Performing arts; Theatre

See, Repertory Company. The name applied to theatre troupes in England in the 1850's who operated on a true repertory system, changing the play to be performed each night, ...