What is a backdrop?
A large painted or printed cloth at the back of the stage to show scenery
What is a flat?
A lightweight wall piece used to create rooms or backgrounds
What are props?
Objects actors use or handle on stage (e.g books, phones)
What is set dressing?
Items that decorate the set but aren’t handled, like pictures, plants, furniture
What is a truck/wagon?
A moveable platform that can wheel scenery on and off stage
What is a platform?
A raised area actors can stand on to create height or visual interest
What is a revolving stage?
A turntabke stage that rotates to change scenes smoothly
What is rostra?
Blocks or platforms used to create different levels on stage
What are wings?
The sides of the stage, hidden from the audience, where actors wait and scenery is stored
What is masking?
Curtains or set pieces used to hide backstage from the audience
What is a fly system?
Ropes and pulleys used to raise or lower scenery, lights, or curtains
